The Regular Season in State League is slowly approaching the end. But there may be still some important changes in the final standings in the last 4 rounds. The round was exceptionally exciting as five games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.
Top ranked Wizards (13-3) recorded its third loss in Taigum on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by sixth ranked Brisbane Spartans (11-5) 66-56. Brisbane Spartans forced 19 Wizards turnovers and outrebounded them 45-33 including 33 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Swedish forward Elin Gustavsson (190-1993, college: Colorado St.) fired a double-double by scoring 20 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Guard Jessica McDowell-White (168-2000, college: USF) chipped in 10 points, 6 rebounds, 12 assists and 6 steals. Swingman Courtney Woods (183-1997, college: NIU) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 6 steals for lost side. Brisbane Spartans have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with SW Metro P. Wizards at the other side still keep top position with three games lost. They share it with Joondalup W.. Brisbane Spartans' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Brisbane Capitals.
Another exciting game was played in Goodwood between sixth ranked Bearcats and 7th ranked Eagles where Bearcats (8-7) beat Eagles (7-8) on the road 81-70. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Jasmin Fejo (177-2000) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 5 assists. Genna Anderson contributed with 8 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Bearcats' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Madison Freer answered with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds for Eagles. Bearcats moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Eagles at the other side keep the seventh position with eight games lost. Bearcats will play against Mavericks (#9) in Mt. Barker in the next round. Eagles will play on the road against Warriors in Flinders Park and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Eighth-ranked Jets (4-13) made lots of trouble for leader Devils (17-0) in Sunbury on Saturday. The visitors from Werribee managed to secure only two-point victory 88-86. However their fans expected much easier game. It was a great evening for Amanda Paschal who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists. Devils' coach Gerard Hillier used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side Ida Andersson responded with 23 points and 5 assists. The victory was the seventeenth consecutive win for Devils. They maintain first place with 17-0 record. Loser Jets dropped to the seventh position with 13 games lost. They share it with Penrith P. and Inner WB. Devils will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Jets will play against Camberwell (#8) in Melbourne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Other games of round 19 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Camberwell was crushed by Bulleen B. in a road game 100-39. Hume City B. beat McKinnon C. at home 69-56. Sunbury J. won against Pakenham W. on the opponent's court 94-79. Sherbrooke S. lost to undefeated Wyndham D. in a home game 72-78. Eastern M. rolled over C.Districts L. on the road 111-66. N.Adelaide R. defeated S.Adelaide P. on its own court 85-74. Woodville W. was beaten by Norwood F. in Marden 108-99. Sturt S. destroyed Southern T. at home 76-57. Canberra N. unfortunately lost to Manly Warr. SE on the opponent's court 69-75. Norths B. managed to beat Albury LB in a home game 70-57. Bankstown B. was defeated by Illawarra H. on the road 84-74. Maitland M. beat Sutherland S. on its own court 81-68. Cent.Coast C. destroyed Hills H. in Terrigal 73-47. Inner WB outscored Hornsby S. at home 104-56. Newcastle F. rolled over Sydney C. on the opponent's court 71-50. Maitland M. was defeated by Manly Warr. SE in a home game 58-69. Norths B. was beaten by Newcastle F. on the road 77-74. Penrith P. lost to Illawarra H. on its own court 58-70. Albury LB managed to outperform Sydney C. in a road game 81-79. Hornsby S. was rolled over Sutherland S. at home 68-116. Rockhampton C. crushed Townsville F. on the opponent's court 67-47. RedCity R. beat Darwin S. in a home game 81-68. NGC Seahawks was destroyed by Gold Coast R. on the road 77-56. Ipswich F. managed to outperform Darwin S. on its own court 90-76. Rockhampton C. rolled over Cairns D. in a road game 91-60. SC Phoenix was defeated by Mackay M. at home 93-100. Mackay M. was smashed by USC Rip on the opponent's court 92-71. Logan T. won against Darwin S. in a home game 74-67. Ringwood H. outscored Ballarat M. on the road 84-65. Eltham W. was rolled over Waverley F. on its own court 70-89. Melbourne T. was crushed by Geelong LS in a road game 84-56. Sandringham S. beat Nunawading S. at home 82-75. Bendigo LB won against Mt Gambier on the opponent's court 75-68. Diamond VE unfortunately lost to Kilsyth LC in a home game 77-79. Geelong LS managed to beat Frankston B. on the road 78-69. Keilor T. defeated Nunawading S. on its own court 71-69. Launceston T. beat Knox R. in a road game 57-55. Casey C. destroyed Hobart C. at home 110-85. Eltham W. managed to outperform Ballarat M. on the opponent's court 91-87. Frankston B. managed to beat Kilsyth LC in a home game 69-63. Dandenong R. was crushed by Mt Gambier on the road 92-59. Sandringham S. beat Hobart C. on its own court 89-71. Melbourne T. was destroyed by Waverley F. in Mount Waverley 84-50. Diamond VE unfortunately lost to Launceston T. at home 77-79. Kalamunda ES managed to beat East Perth E. on the opponent's court 72-54. Perry Lakes H. was crushed by Willetton T. in a home game 79-98. Warwick S. smashed Perth R. on the road 118-62. Joondalup W. lost to Warwick S. on its own court 88-95. Perry Lakes H. managed to outperform Kalamunda ES in Floreat 92-79. Cockburn C. rolled over Perth R. at home 124-55. Winless SW Slammers was crushed by Goldfields G. on the opponent's court 88-54. Lakeside L. were beaten by Rockingham F. in a home game 91-95.
Group Big VBulleen B. - Camberwell 100-39
There was no surprise in Bulleen where 7th ranked Camberwell (3-13) was crushed by second ranked Boomers (14-2) 100-39 on Sunday. Boomers dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Camberwell's 30 and made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Boomers forced 35 Camberwell turnovers and had a 26-13 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for forward Olivia Bontempelli (179-1993) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Amy Baum (170, college: USF) helped adding 17 points and 6 rebounds. Four Boomers players scored in double figures. Boomers' coach Mason Rogers felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Eleni Valos responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and Victoria Sumskas produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Boomers. They maintain second place with 14-2 record having six points less than leader Wyndham D. Camberwell lost their eleventh game in a row. They dropped to the eighth position with 13 games lost. They share it with SC Phoenix. Boomers will meet at home Hume City Broncos (#6) in the next round. Camberwell will play against Jets and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Camberwell: E.Valos 17+11reb+1ast, S.Victoria 12+10reb, R.Sophie 6+2reb+1ast, J.Sophie 2+10reb+1ast, W.Kaitlyn 2+3reb+1ast, D.Mia 0
Bulleen B.: O.Bontempelli 22+10reb, A.Baum 17+6reb+1ast, K.Romas 14+9reb, K.Ally 14+8reb, M.Emily 13+2reb, V.Es Catelyn 8+5rebgschID: 1070016
Hume City B. - McKinnon C. 69-56
There was a small surprise in Tullamarine where sixth ranked Hume City Broncos (5-11) defeated 4th placed Cougars (6-10) 69-56 on Sunday. Hume City Broncos forced 24 Cougars turnovers. It was a great evening for Alexandra McKellar who led her team to a victory scoring 18 points. American forward Kayonna Lee (185, college: Central Mo.) helped adding 8 points and 7 rebounds. Lee is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Hume City Broncos' coach Tim Devlin used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Morgan Riley responded with 7 points and 10 rebounds and American forward Briana Gray (178, college: Weber St., agency: DC Sports) scored 10 points and 9 rebounds. Hume City Broncos maintains sixth place with 5-11 record, which they share with Ipswich F. and USC Rip. Cougars lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the fourth position with ten games lost. They share it with Kalamunda ES and Pakenham W.. Hume City Broncos will meet league's second-placed Boomers in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Cougars will play against Warriors and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
McKinnon C.: B.Gray 10+9reb, H.Cassie 8+4reb+2ast, B.Lily 8+5reb, B.Lee 7+5reb+1ast, M.Riley 7+10reb+3ast, B.Tamara 6+7reb+1ast
Hume City B.: A.McKellar 18+3reb, P.Emma 11+2reb, J.Azzopardi 10+2reb, K.Lee 8+7reb+3ast, K.Georgia 5+2reb+3ast, H.Tegan 5+2reb+5astgschID: 1070017
Pakenham W. - Sunbury J. 79-94
There was an upset when 4th placed Warriors (6-10) were defeated at home by eighth ranked Jets (4-13) 94-79 on Sunday. Jets dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Warriors' 38. It was a great evening for forward Victoria Ikenasio (185, college: St.Peter's) who led her team to a victory scoring 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Chloe Hildebrand helped adding 18 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. At the losing side Canadian guard Haille Nickerson (170, college: Memorial) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and Rhiannon Gallagher scored 16 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Warriors' coach rotated eleven players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Jets moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Penrith P. and Inner WB. Loser Warriors keep the fourth position with ten games lost. They share it with McKinnon C. and Kalamunda ES. Jets will meet Camberwell (#8) in the next round. Warriors will play against Cougars (#4) in McKinnon and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Pakenham W.: H.Nickerson 18+10reb+4ast, G.Rhiannon 16+4reb+1ast, S.Ebony 12+4reb+2ast, M.Prior 11+3reb+1ast, L.Hayley 8+6reb, Y.Tess 7+5reb+1ast
Sunbury J.: V.Ikenasio 21+6reb+4ast, H.Chloe 18+5reb+7ast, D.Saunders 16+8reb+1ast, I.Andersson 12+5reb+2ast, H.Abby 9+7reb+3ast, D.Gkizani 9+4rebgschID: 1070018
Sherbrooke S. - Wyndham D. 72-78
Rather predictable result in Upwey where leader Devils (17-0) beat 3rd placed Suns (10-6) 78-72 on Sunday. Devils forced 24 Suns turnovers. It was a great evening for American guard Amanda Paschal (170-1996, college: Kentucky, agency: DC Sports) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 31 points, 14 rebounds, 7 assists and 8 steals. Her fellow American import swingman Lauren Jones (178-2003, college: Austin Peay) helped adding 10 points and 6 rebounds. Paschal is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. Devils' coach Gerard Hillier used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side New Zealand forward Alicia Carline (190-1993, college: Portland St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 21 rebounds and American Porsche Poole (175-1989, college: Michigan St.) scored 21 points, 6 assists and 5 steals. The victory was the seventeenth consecutive win for Devils. They maintain first place with 17-0 record. Loser Suns keep the third position with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sherbrooke S.: A.Carline 23+21reb+2ast, P.Poole 21+1reb+6ast, S.Tenaya 16+4reb+4ast, P.Stephanie 4+8reb+6ast, R.Mawdsley 3+2reb+1ast, D.Ari 3+1reb
Wyndham D.: A.Paschal 31+14reb+7ast, C.Aleks 14+2reb+1ast, L.Jones 10+6reb+1ast, K.Rachel 7+1reb, S.Bennett 7+2reb, J.Pearce 5+3rebgschID: 1070019
Sunbury J. - Wyndham D. 86-88
Eighth-ranked Jets (4-13) made lots of trouble for leader Devils (17-0) in Sunbury on Saturday. The visitors from Werribee managed to secure only two-point victory 88-86. However their fans expected much easier game. Devils made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. Devils had a 20-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American guard Amanda Paschal (170-1996, college: Kentucky, agency: DC Sports) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists. Canadian forward Sarah Bennett (180, college: Toronto, agency: DC Sports) helped adding 18 points and 11 rebounds. Worth to mention Paschal played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. Devils' coach Gerard Hillier used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side Swedish guard Ida Andersson (173-1996, college: Barry) responded with 23 points and 5 assists and Greek center Dimitra Gkizani (190-2000, college: RWC) scored 19 points and 9 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the seventeenth consecutive win for Devils. They maintain first place with 17-0 record. Loser Jets dropped to the seventh position with 13 games lost. They share it with Penrith P. and Inner WB. Devils will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Jets will play against Camberwell (#8) in Melbourne and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sunbury J.: I.Andersson 23+4reb+5ast, D.Gkizani 19+9reb+1ast, V.Ikenasio 14+8reb+1ast, H.Abby 14+3reb+5ast, H.Chloe 8+1reb+2ast, D.Saunders 8+6reb+2ast
Wyndham D.: A.Paschal 28+13reb+6ast, S.Bennett 18+11reb+1ast, C.Aleks 17+5reb+3ast, D.Holly 12+1reb+1ast, L.Jones 8+2reb+1ast, K.Tanielle 3+5reb+1astgschID: 1070020
Group NBL1 CentralC.Districts L. - Eastern M. 66-111
The game between closely ranked teams ended with 10th ranked Lions' (1-14) home loss to ninth ranked Mavericks (3-12) 66-111 on Saturday. Mavericks made 17-of-22 free shots (77.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 26 Lions turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Lions' players. It was a great evening for point guard Taylah Levy (165, college: CSU) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!), 10 assists and 5 steals. American-Ugandan guard Jannon Otto (183-1997, college: UC Riverside) helped adding 22 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 9 steals. Five Mavericks players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Tiahna Sears (178, college: N.Alabama) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds and American guard Jaedyn De La Cerda (175, college: N.Mexico) scored 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Mavericks maintains ninth place with 3-12 record. Lions lost their third game in a row. They keep the tenth position with 14 games lost. Mavericks will meet higher ranked Bearcats (#6) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Lions will play against the league's leader Sabres (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
C.Districts L.: J.De La Cerda 24+5reb+4ast, T.Sears 19+14reb+1ast, I.Guy 10+7reb, D.Sarah 7+1reb+1ast, W.Keely 4+1reb+2ast, A.Ayak 2
Eastern M.: T.Levy 36+2reb+10ast, J.Otto 22+10reb+7ast, B.Olivia 16+9reb+3ast, R.Airlie 13+1reb+3ast, G.Allie 10+6reb+6ast, F.Stephanie 9+4reb+1astgschID: 1066905
Forestville E. - W.Adelaide B. 70-81
Another exciting game was played in Goodwood between sixth ranked Bearcats and 7th ranked Eagles where Bearcats (8-7) beat Eagles (7-8) on the road 81-70. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Jasmin Fejo (177-2000) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 5 assists. Genna Anderson contributed with 8 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Bearcats' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Madison Freer answered with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds and Jessica Simons added 20 points in the effort for Eagles. Four Eagles players scored in double figures. Bearcats moved-up to fifth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Eagles at the other side keep the seventh position with eight games lost. Bearcats will play against Mavericks (#9) in Mt. Barker in the next round. Eagles will play on the road against Warriors in Flinders Park and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Forestville E.: S.Jessica 20+4reb+1ast, F.Madison 13+11reb+2ast, R.Hines 12+7reb+3ast, M.Hamilton 10+5reb+2ast, A.Brett 8+3reb+2ast, C.Annetts 6+3reb+1ast
W.Adelaide B.: J.Fejo 26+3reb+5ast, A.Aquino 11+4reb, H.Ikematsu 10+1reb+3ast, B.Abby 9+4reb+4ast, M.Coleman 8+5reb+1ast, G.Anderson 8+16reb+2astgschID: 1066906
N.Adelaide R. - S.Adelaide P. 85-74
Everything could happen in Adelaide at the game between two tied teams. Both fourth ranked Rockets and 5th ranked Panthers had identical 8-6 record. This time Rockets used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Adelaide 85-74 on Saturday night. Rockets dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Panthers' 34 and made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Panthers 59-41 including 17 on the offensive glass. Rockets looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for center Tayla Corrigan (190-1993, college: Idaho) who led her team to a victory scoring 19 points and 9 rebounds. Guard Brooke Basham (178-1997) helped adding 13 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. Four Rockets players scored in double figures. Rockets' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American forward Holly Forbes (178-1998, college: UT Martin) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and Samantha Defrancesco scored 16 points and 6 rebounds. The victory was the third consecutive win for Rockets. They maintain fourth place with 9-6 record. Loser Panthers keep the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Rockets will meet at home higher ranked Tigers (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Panthers will play against the league's second-placed Flames and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
S.Adelaide P.: S.Defrancesco 16+6reb+1ast, H.Forbes 13+11reb+4ast, A.Spencer 13+5reb+4ast, H.Stewart 9+5reb, J.Hunter 9+3reb+2ast, D.Rees 7+3reb+1ast
N.Adelaide R.: T.Corrigan 19+9reb+1ast, L.Badenoch 18+6reb+3ast, B.Basham 13+7reb+8ast, L.Mansfield 11+9reb+4ast, E.Meyer 8+13reb+3ast, T.Bails 7+7rebgschID: 1066907
Norwood F. - Woodville W. 108-99
There was no surprise in Marden where 8th ranked Warriors (4-11) were defeated by third ranked Flames (10-5) 108-99 on Saturday. Flames made 24-of-28 free shots (85.7 percent) during the game. Strangely Warriors outrebounded Flames 61-40 including a 20-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for guard Alex Wilson (181-1994) who led her team to a victory with a triple-double by scoring 24 points, 18 rebounds, 16 assists and 5 steals. Sharna Thompson helped adding 23 points and 5 assists. At the losing side Canadian forward Nicole Fransson (188, agency: DC Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and Emily Winter produced a triple-double by scoring 16 points, 18 rebounds and 10 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Flames. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Southern T. Warriors lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the eighth position with 11 games lost. Flames will meet Panthers (#5) in the next round. Warriors will play against Eagles and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Woodville W.: F.Nicole 29+15reb+4ast, A.Watkinson 16+4reb+3ast, W.Emily 16+18reb+10ast, M.Whitmore 13+9reb+3ast, A.Chelsea 10+3reb+1ast, P.Chloe 8+2reb+5ast
Norwood F.: J.Smith 25+2ast, A.Wilson 24+18reb+16ast, S.Thompson 23+2reb+5ast, A.Akuen 17+5reb, J.Rice 7+7reb, S.Caitlin 5+2rebgschID: 1066908
Sturt S. - Southern T. 76-57
The game between closely ranked teams ended with leader Sabres' (15-0) home victory over their biggest opponent Tigers (10-5) 76-57 on Sunday. Sabres forced 21 Tigers turnovers. It was a great evening for Canadian forward Mikayla Williams (183, college: USF) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds. Guard Nicola Mathews (173, college: App State) helped adding 18 points. At the losing side guard Morgan Yaeger (175-1998, college: Oregon) responded with 18 points and 6 rebounds and American guard Mariah Martin (168, college: CMU, agency: DC Sports) scored 16 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the fifteenth consecutive win for Sabres. They maintain first place with 15-0 record. Loser Tigers keep the second position with five games lost. They share it with Norwood F.. Sabres will meet at home Lions (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tigers will play against Rockets (#4) in Adelaide and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Southern T.: M.Yaeger 18+6reb+1ast, M.Martin 16+3reb+1ast, M.McKendrick 10+7reb+2ast, H.Margot 5+1reb+1ast, B.Hernandez 4+7reb+1ast, S.Bianca 2+2reb
Sturt S.: M.Williams 19+13reb+2ast, N.Mathews 18+1reb+3ast, Z.Walker-Roberts 9+5reb+2ast, W.Mia 8+3reb, K.Mathews 7+3reb+4ast, R.Jasmine 5+3rebgschID: 1066909
Group NBL1 EastManly Warr. SE - Canberra N. 75-69
Very expected game in Narrabeen where 9th ranked Nationals (8-9) were defeated by first ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (17-2) 75-69 on Saturday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles forced 20 Nationals turnovers. It was a great evening for guard Bree Delaney (178, college: Fresno St.) who led her team to a victory scoring 21 points and 7 rebounds. Swingman Zoey Miller (177-2003) helped adding 19 points. At the losing side guard Lizzy Tonks (173, college: CSUN) responded with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Isabelle Bourne (188-2000, college: Nebraska) scored 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. They maintain first place with 17-2 record. Loser Nationals keep the ninth position with nine games lost. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will meet at home Spireds (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Nationals will play against Hills Hornets (#15) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Canberra N.: L.Tonks 20+11reb+4ast, I.Bourne 14+7reb+5ast, B.Jasmyn 11+1reb+2ast, B.Dufelmeier 8+3reb+1ast, K.Abbie 6+6reb+1ast, A.Solway 6+1reb+4ast
Manly Warr. SE: B.Delaney 21+7reb+3ast, M.Zoey 19+4reb+3ast, K.Hodge 17+7reb, A.Henderson 6+5reb+4ast, H.Felicity 6+9reb+3ast, B.Josie 3+7reb+1astgschID: 1066433
Norths B. - Albury LB 70-57
Very predictable result in Crows Nest where third ranked North Bears (14-4) beat 8th ranked Lady Bandits (10-8) 70-57 on Saturday. North Bears looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Lady Bandits' players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when North Bears made 7 blocks. It was a great evening for American guard Jolene Anderson (173-1986, college: Wisconsin) who led her team to a victory scoring 20 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Kate Seebohm (170-1991, college: California, PA) helped adding 5 points and 11 assists. North Bears' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American guard Mikayla Pivec (178-1997, college: Oregon St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists and the other American import forward Malury Bates (190, college: Georgia, agency: Shark Sports Management) scored 11 points and 9 rebounds. Four Lady Bandits players scored in double figures. The victory was the eleventh consecutive win for North Bears. They maintain third place with 14-4 record having four points less than leader Wyndham D. Loser Lady Bandits keep the eighth position with eight games lost. North Bears will meet at home Bulls (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Lady Bandits will play against Sharks (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Albury LB: M.Pivec 15+13reb+7ast, A.Hannan 11+7reb, M.Bates 11+9reb, E.Mahady 10+4reb+1ast, M.Elizabeth 5+5reb, W.Bridie 3+1reb
Norths B.: J.Anderson 20+9reb+5ast, E.Simons 11+3reb+1ast, D.Emma 8, P.Carla 8+6reb+3ast, M.O'Hehir 8+4reb+1ast, J.Bygate 6+3rebgschID: 1066434
Illawarra H. - Bankstown B. 84-74
There was a minor upset in Wollongong where 10th ranked Bruins (7-10) were defeated by thirteenth ranked Hawks (5-13) 84-74 on Saturday. Hawks forced 19 Bruins turnovers. It was a great evening for point guard Rebecca Abel (168-1999) who led her team to a victory scoring 29 points and 4 assists. Argentinian center Emilia Garcia Leon (182-1994) helped adding 21 points and 5 rebounds. Hawks' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side American guard Violet Morrow (176-1997, college: EWU, agency: Interperformances) responded with 28 points and 8 rebounds and the other American import forward Britney Wright (178-1994, college: Alabama St.) scored 14 points and 9 rebounds. Hawks moved-up to tenth place, which they share with East Perth E. and Keilor T. Loser Bruins dropped to the eighth position with ten games lost. They share it with Lakeside L.. Hawks will meet league's second-placed Falcons in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Bruins will play against Crusaders (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bankstown B.: V.Morrow 28+8reb+2ast, B.Wright 14+9reb+2ast, S.Jurnee-AMour 11+2reb+2ast, O.Azaleeah 9+7reb, D.Kiahna 6+4reb+1ast, T.Sienna 4+1reb+1ast
Illawarra H.: R.Abel 29+4reb+4ast, E.Garcia Leon 21+5reb+2ast, E.Teagan 9+2reb+3ast, M.Kirby 7+2reb, H.Chelsea 5+6reb+1ast, J.Courtney 4+6reb+2astgschID: 1066435
Maitland M. - Sutherland S. 81-68
We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Maitland where seventh ranked Mustangs (11-7) won against 6th ranked Sharks (12-6) 81-68 on Saturday. Mustangs looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for forward Shakera Reilly (178-1999) who led her team to a victory scoring 27 points and 7 rebounds. American guard Sydney Hunter (183-1999, college: San Diego) helped adding 12 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists. At the losing side forward Madeleine Norris (188-1998) responded with 21 points and 7 rebounds and Olivia White produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds. Four Sharks players scored in double figures. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Mustangs. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Perry Lakes H. and Darwin S. Loser Sharks dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. Mustangs will meet Panthers (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sharks will play against Lady Bandits (#8) in Albury and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sutherland S.: M.Norris 21+7reb+3ast, F.Aliza 16+2ast, K.Hovatter 12+3reb+4ast, O.White 10+12reb+3ast, D.Jordyn 7+4reb+1ast, B.Lani 2+1reb+1ast
Maitland M.: R.Shakera 27+7reb+2ast, M.Washington 15+9reb+6ast, S.Hunter 12+12reb+8ast, W.Rachel 8+2reb+5ast, H.Fox 6+3reb+1ast, W.Daila 5+2reb+2astgschID: 1066436
Hills H. - Cent.Coast C. 47-73
There was no surprise in Baulkham Hills where 15th ranked Hills Hornets (3-15) were crushed by eleventh ranked Crusaders (6-12) 73-47 on Saturday. It was a great evening for guard Jasmine Forcadilla (173-1997, college: SMC) who led her team to a victory scoring 22 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Maddison Penn (183-1994, college: UBC) helped adding 20 points and 8 rebounds. At the losing side Rhiannon Yetsenga responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds and Taylah Cottees scored 9 points and 8 rebounds. Hills Hornets' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Crusaders maintains eleventh place with 6-12 record. Loser Hills Hornets keep the fifteenth position with 15 games lost. They share it with Casey C.. Crusaders will meet at home Bulls (#14) in the next round. Hills Hornets will play against Nationals in Canberra and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hills H.: Y.Rhiannon 15+11reb+1ast, C.Taylah 9+8reb+1ast, S.Britnee 8+6reb+1ast, C.Kelsey 6+3reb+4ast, Z.Burke 4+3reb+1ast, L.Ella 3+1reb+1ast
Cent.Coast C.: J.Forcadilla 22+6reb+4ast, M.Penn 20+8reb, M.Miller 8+4reb+1ast, J.Wittwer 7+3reb+2ast, R.Maenpaa 6+2reb+1ast, W.Paris 5+3reb+4astgschID: 1066437
Inner WB - Hornsby S. 104-56
No shocking result in a game when fourteenth ranked Bulls (4-13) smashed at home 16th ranked Spireds (1-18) 104-56 on Saturday. Bulls dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Spireds' 22. Bulls forced 21 Spireds turnovers and outrebounded them 60-30 including a 22-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Spireds' players. It was a great evening for swingman Mikaela Dombkins (181-1986) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 38 points (!!!), 29 rebounds and 6 assists. The former international point guard Leilani Mitchell (165-1985, college: Utah) helped adding 21 points, 7 rebounds, 8 assists and 7 steals. Four Bulls players scored in double figures. At the losing side Mizuki Wakamatsu responded with 22 points and the former international point guard Alicia Poto (166-1978) scored 9 points and 8 rebounds. Bulls moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Sunbury J. and Penrith P. Spireds lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the sixteenth position with 18 games lost. Bulls will meet Crusaders (#11) in the next round. Spireds will play against the league's leader Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (#1) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Hornsby S.: W.Mizuki 22+3reb+1ast, T.Mundine 12+3reb, A.Poto 9+8reb+3ast, M.Della Franca 7+2reb+2ast, D.Franca Sabrina 4+5reb, H.Audrey 2+1reb+1ast
Inner WB: M.Dombkins 38+29reb+6ast, L.Mitchell 21+7reb+8ast, M.Peric 13+8reb+2ast, T.Jaydan 12+4reb+1ast, I.Jolzyne 5+1reb+1ast, R.Naiobe 5+4rebgschID: 1066438
Sydney C. - Newcastle F. 50-71
Rather expected game in Alexandria where 5th ranked Comets (11-6) were rolled over by second ranked Falcons (16-2) 71-50 on Saturday. Falcons dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Comets' 24. Falcons forced 19 Comets turnovers and outrebounded them 51-29 including a 35-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American guard Nicole Munger (180-1997, college: Michigan) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 20 rebounds and 5 assists. Her fellow American import guard Mykea Gray (163-1998, college: Miami, FL) helped adding 12 points. At the losing side power forward Jada Crawshaw (184-2004) responded with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks and Sarah Wacher scored 18 points. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Falcons. They maintain second place with 16-2 record having just two points less than leader Wyndham D. Comets lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Mandurah M.. Falcons will meet at home Hawks (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Comets will play against Bruins (#10) in Condell Park and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sydney C.: W.Sarah 18+2reb, C.Jada 17+9reb+1ast, K.Alexandra 8+5reb+4ast, A.Piper 4+2reb, D.Toleafoa 2+5reb+3ast, O.Alexandria 1+4reb+1ast
Newcastle F.: N.Munger 28+20reb+5ast, M.Gray 12+4reb+3ast, C.Hannah 10+7reb, K.Kate 8+2reb+4ast, A.Curtin 6+4reb, S.Kleeman 5+1rebgschID: 1066439
Maitland M. - Manly Warr. SE 58-69
Very predictable result in Maitland where first ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (17-2) beat 7th ranked Mustangs (11-7) 69-58 on Sunday. It was a great evening for guard Bree Delaney (178, college: Fresno St.) who led her team to a victory scoring 19 points. Forward Kimberley Hodge (182-1998) helped adding 7 points and 11 rebounds. At the losing side American swingman Madison Washington (185, college: Oregon St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 12 rebounds and forward Shakera Reilly (178-1999) scored 19 points and 7 rebounds. Mustangs' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. They maintain first place with 17-2 record. Loser Mustangs dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Perry Lakes H. and Darwin S.. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles will meet at home Spireds (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Mustangs will play against Panthers (#13) in Penrith and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Maitland M.: R.Shakera 19+7reb+1ast, M.Washington 17+12reb+2ast, S.Hunter 10+9reb+5ast, W.Rachel 4+1reb+5ast, L.Shipard 2, M.Abbey 2+1reb
Manly Warr. SE: B.Delaney 19+4reb, M.Zoey 15+3reb+1ast, M.Sari 11+3reb+2ast, A.Henderson 9+4reb+1ast, K.Hodge 7+11reb+2ast, H.Felicity 6+7reb+5astgschID: 1066440
Newcastle F. - Norths B. 77-74
The game between closely ranked teams ended with 3rd placed North Bears' (14-4) road loss to second ranked Falcons (16-2) 74-77 on Sunday. It was a great evening for American guard Nicole Munger (180-1997, college: Michigan) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Her fellow American import guard Mykea Gray (163-1998, college: Miami, FL) helped adding 21 points. At the losing side Austrian center Sarah Schicher (187-1990, college: Dowling) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and American guard Jolene Anderson (173-1986, college: Wisconsin) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Falcons. They maintain second place with 16-2 record having just two points less than leader Wyndham D. Loser North Bears keep the third position with four games lost. Falcons will meet at home Hawks (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. North Bears will play against Bulls (#14) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Norths B.: S.Schicher 22+11reb+2ast, J.Anderson 19+13reb+1ast, J.Bygate 10+1reb+1ast, M.O'Hehir 9+1reb+3ast, P.Carla 6+3reb+2ast, D.Emma 5
Newcastle F.: N.Munger 25+11reb+5ast, M.Gray 21+3reb+3ast, A.Curtin 14+5reb+2ast, K.Kate 8+2reb, A.Ebzery 5+10reb, C.Hannah 2+1rebgschID: 1066441
Penrith P. - Illawarra H. 58-70
We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Penrith where thirteenth ranked Hawks (5-13) won against 12th ranked Panthers (4-13) 70-58 on Sunday. Hawks forced 19 Panthers turnovers. It was a great evening for Argentinian center Emilia Garcia Leon (182-1994) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. Point guard Rebecca Abel (168-1999) helped adding 16 points and 5 rebounds. Five Hawks players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Megan Jefferson (190, college: Hawaii) responded with 19 points and Tiana Petterson scored 10 points and 8 rebounds. Panthers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hawks moved-up to tenth place, which they share with East Perth E. and Keilor T. Loser Panthers dropped to the seventh position with 13 games lost. They share it with Sunbury J. and Inner WB. Hawks will meet league's second-placed Falcons in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Panthers will play against Mustangs (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Penrith P.: M.Jefferson 19+3reb+1ast, P.Tiana 10+8reb+1ast, C.Williams 10+2reb+2ast, C.Bloom 5+7reb, E.Matthews 3+3reb+2ast, N.Taylor 3
Illawarra H.: R.Abel 16+5reb+3ast, E.Garcia Leon 15+10reb+2ast, J.Courtney 14+3reb+3ast, E.Teagan 12+8reb+2ast, G.Lauren 11+3reb+5ast, F.Georgia Chrystal 2+3rebgschID: 1066442
Sydney C. - Albury LB 79-81
There was a minor upset in Alexandria where 5th ranked Comets (11-6) were edged by eighth ranked Lady Bandits (10-8) 81-79 on Sunday. Lady Bandits dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Comets' 36. Lady Bandits forced 22 Comets turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for American forward Malury Bates (190, college: Georgia, agency: Shark Sports Management) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 16 rebounds and 5 blocks. Her fellow American import guard Mikayla Pivec (178-1997, college: Oregon St.) helped adding 18 points, 14 rebounds, 10 assists and 7 steals. At the losing side power forward Jada Crawshaw (184-2004) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds and forward Alexandra Kayrouz (178-2004) scored 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Lady Bandits maintains eighth place with 10-8 record. Comets lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Mandurah M.. Lady Bandits will meet at home higher ranked Sharks (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Comets will play against Bruins in Condell Park and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sydney C.: C.Jada 22+12reb+2ast, A.Piper 19+2reb+1ast, W.Sarah 13+4reb+3ast, K.Alexandra 12+9reb+4ast, D.Toleafoa 9+7reb+4ast, O.Alexandria 2+7reb
Albury LB: M.Bates 26+16reb+1ast, M.Pivec 18+14reb+10ast, E.Mahady 17+4reb+7ast, M.Elizabeth 16+2reb, S.Mellington 2+1reb+1ast, A.Hannan 2+4reb+3astgschID: 1066443
Hornsby S. - Sutherland S. 68-116
No shocking result in a game in Hornsby where sixth ranked Sharks (12-6) smashed 16th ranked Spireds (1-18) 116-68 on Sunday. Sharks held Spireds to an opponent 24.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 50.5 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Spireds 70-34 including a 48-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Sharks looked well-organized offensively handing out 36 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Spireds' players. It was a great evening for forward Madeleine Norris (188-1998) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 41 points (!!!), 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Jordyn Dewhurst helped adding 14 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists. Four Sharks players scored in double figures. Sharks' coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side Mizuki Wakamatsu responded with 28 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Tylah Mundine (172-1999) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Sharks moved-up to fifth place. Spireds lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the sixteenth position with 18 games lost. Sharks will meet Lady Bandits (#8) in the next round. Spireds will play against the league's leader Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (#1) in Narrabeen and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Hornsby S.: W.Mizuki 28+5reb+3ast, T.Mundine 15+10reb+4ast, M.Della Franca 8+4reb, T.Ashleigh 5+1reb+1ast, H.Audrey 4+4reb+2ast, D.Franca Sabrina 3+3reb+2ast
Sutherland S.: M.Norris 41+12reb+4ast, G.Emily 22+6reb+3ast, F.Aliza 20+7reb+2ast, D.Jordyn 14+10reb+12ast, N.Gabriella 9+17reb+3ast, O.White 4+10reb+4astgschID: 1066444
Group NBL1 NorthTownsville F. - Rockhampton C. 47-67
Rather expected game in Townsville where 7th ranked Flames (9-8) were rolled over by fourth ranked Cyclones (12-5) 67-47 on Friday. Cyclones dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Flames' 22. Cyclones forced 19 Flames turnovers and outrebounded them 50-30 including 20 on the offensive glass. It was a great evening for American center Samantha Bowman (188, college: CWU) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 20 rebounds. Her fellow American import guard Lauren Heard (175-1999, college: TCU) helped adding 18 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. At the losing side forward Alexandra Fowler (188-2001, college: Portland) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Majella Carey (180) scored 5 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Cyclones. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Rockingham F. Loser Flames dropped to the eighth position with eight games lost. They share it with Cairns D.. Cyclones will meet at home Seahawks (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Flames will play against the league's leader Wizards and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Townsville F.: A.Fowler 15+12reb+4ast, B.Indiah 11+1reb, B.Shaylee 5+4reb+2ast, M.Ainslie 5+2reb+2ast, M.Carey 5+5reb+3ast, W.Lilly-May 2
Rockhampton C.: S.Bowman 21+20reb+2ast, L.Heard 18+7reb+5ast, L.McSpadden 14+13reb, T.Wakelin-Gray 5+3reb+1ast, J.Lorraway 4+4reb+3ast, E.Loader 3+3rebgschID: 1066597
RedCity R. - Darwin S. 81-68
There was a surprise result in Brisbane where sixteenth ranked Roar (1-15) beat higher ranked Salties (11-7) 81-68 on Friday. Roar had a 38-26 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American guard Donica Cosby (172-1988, college: Okla City) who led her team to a victory scoring 29 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Lilly Rotunno (170-2004) helped adding 12 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. At the losing side New Zealand forward Tsubasa Nisbet (183-2000, college: Georgia South) responded with 17 points and 9 rebounds and guard Ruby Porter (178-2001, college: Nebraska) scored 16 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Roar maintains sixteenth place with 1-15 record. It was Salties' third loss in a row. They dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Perry Lakes H. and Maitland M.. Roar will meet at home higher ranked Rollers (#7) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Salties will play against Sunshine CP and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Darwin S.: T.Nisbet 17+9reb+2ast, R.Porter 16+4reb+1ast, C.MacGregor 10+1reb+1ast, C.Brook 9+3reb, H.Claire 9+5reb, S.Johnston 4+7reb+6ast
RedCity R.: D.Cosby 29+5reb, R.Lilly 12+10reb+6ast, A.Beadle 11+11reb+5ast, M.Skye 9+3reb+1ast, C.Jaylen 8+3reb+4ast, A.Myka-Jean 5+3reb+2astgschID: 1066598
Gold Coast R. - NGC Seahawks 77-56
We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Gold Coast where 9th ranked Seahawks (8-7) were outplayed by tenth ranked Rollers (9-7) 77-56 on Saturday. Rollers looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Seahawks' players. The game was dominated by American players. It was a great evening for guard Ariana Moorer (172-1991, college: Virginia) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 12 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals. Forward Cate Reese (188, college: Arizona) helped adding 28 points and 6 rebounds. At the losing side guard Alexa Held (178-1999, college: DePaul) responded with 25 points and 6 rebounds and power forward Erin Riley (180, college: Keiser) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds. Rollers moved-up to seventh place. Loser Seahawks dropped to the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Rollers will meet Roar (#16) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Seahawks will play against Cyclones (#3) in Rockhampton and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
NGC Seahawks: A.Held 25+6reb+1ast, E.Riley 13+10reb+1ast, M.Watkinson 7+1reb+1ast, E.Gandini 6+4reb, J.Luki 2, C.Felicity 2+2reb
Gold Coast R.: C.Reese 28+6reb+2ast, A.Moorer 24+12reb+9ast, C.Drennan 9+2reb+2ast, R.Evans 9+6reb+2ast, C.Mellars 3+5reb+5ast, B.Moyes 2+5reb+1astgschID: 1066599
Ipswich F. - Darwin S. 90-76
There was a surprise result in Booval where twelfth ranked Force (5-11) won against higher ranked Salties (11-7) 90-76 on Saturday. Force forced 20 Salties turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. It was a great evening for guard Jasmin Howe (173-1995, college: NW Missouri St.) who led her team to a victory scoring 22 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. American power forward Maria Blazejewski (185-1991, college: LSSU) helped adding 28 points and 5 rebounds. Howe is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the losing side forward Catherine MacGregor (181-2002) responded with 25 points and 5 rebounds and New Zealand forward Tsubasa Nisbet (183-2000, college: Georgia South) scored 12 points and 9 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Force moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Hume City B. and USC Rip. Salties lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Perry Lakes H. and Maitland M.. Force will meet Capitals (#11) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Salties will play against Sunshine CP (#14) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Darwin S.: C.MacGregor 25+5reb+2ast, T.Nisbet 12+9reb+3ast, B.Jessica 11+5reb+1ast, H.Claire 10+8reb+1ast, W.Abbey-Lee 9, S.Johnston 4+5reb+8ast
Ipswich F.: M.Blazejewski 28+5reb+2ast, J.Howe 22+7reb+7ast, A.Gorrell 15+7reb+8ast, R.Georgia 13+6reb+6ast, M.Essex 8+9reb+3ast, L.Shepherd 3+1reb+1astgschID: 1066600
Cairns D. - Rockhampton C. 60-91
There was no surprise in Cairns where 7th ranked Dolphins (9-8) were crushed by fourth ranked Cyclones (12-5) 91-60 on Saturday. Cyclones dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Dolphins' 32. It was a great evening for American guard Lauren Heard (175-1999, college: TCU) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 32 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists. Her fellow American import center Samantha Bowman (188, college: CWU) helped adding 30 points and 8 rebounds (made all of her seven free throws). At the losing side swingman Taylor Mole (188, college: UCSB) responded with 15 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Jennifer Coleman (175-1998, college: Navy) scored 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Dolphins players scored in double figures. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Cyclones. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Rockingham F. Loser Dolphins dropped to the eighth position with eight games lost. They share it with Townsville F.. Cyclones will meet at home Seahawks (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Dolphins will play against the league's leader Wizards and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cairns D.: T.Mole 15+7reb+2ast, J.Coleman 13+5reb+4ast, S.Shaneice 10+2reb+3ast, L.Williams 10+9reb, F.Andrianna 6+2reb, M.Donkin 3+3reb+4ast
Rockhampton C.: L.Heard 32+10reb+8ast, S.Bowman 30+8reb, L.McSpadden 24+10reb+3ast, G.Kate 2+2reb, J.Bella 2+3reb, J.Lorraway 1+2reb+2astgschID: 1066601
SC Phoenix - Mackay M. 93-100
There was a small surprise in Cotton Tree where fourteenth ranked Meteorettes (3-14) defeated their close opponent Sunshine CP (3-13) 100-93 on Saturday. Meteorettes made 23-of-30 free shots (76.7 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. It was a great evening for American guard Davida Dale (180-1997, college: URI) who led her team to a victory scoring 20 points, 7 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals. Her fellow American import center Brittany Reeves (196, college: Mercer) helped adding 18 points and 10 rebounds. At the losing side American forward Alex Wittinger (185-1997, college: Illinois) responded with a double-double by scoring 29 points and 14 rebounds (made all of her twelve free throws !!!) and New Zealand guard Kendell Heremaia (175-1999, college: Fordham) scored 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Sunshine CP's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Despite that victory Meteorettes went down to fifteenth position due to points difference. Loser Sunshine CP dropped to the eighth place with 13 games lost. They share the position with Camberwell. Meteorettes will meet at home higher ranked Seahawks (#10) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sunshine CP will play against Salties in Darwin and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
SC Phoenix: A.Wittinger 29+14reb+2ast, K.Heremaia 27+6reb+5ast, A.Browne 14+9reb, K.Macleod 14+4reb+7ast, B.Emma 4+6reb+1ast, H.Nicola 3+2reb+1ast
Mackay M.: C.Virgo 21+3reb+3ast, D.Dale 20+7reb+9ast, B.Reeves 18+10reb+2ast, H.Phoebe 15+1reb, E.Collins 12+8reb+4ast, B.Denesha 8+8reb+3astgschID: 1066602
USC Rip - Mackay M. 92-71
The game between closely ranked teams ended with 14th ranked Meteorettes' (3-14) road loss to thirteenth ranked Rip City (5-11) 71-92 on Sunday. Rip City forced 22 Meteorettes turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for Carlie Smith who led her team to a victory with a triple-double by scoring 23 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. American forward Megan Mullings (185-1992, college: Alaska-Anch.) helped adding 24 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field). Five Rip City players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Davida Dale (180-1997, college: URI) responded with a double-double by scoring 31 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists and 6 steals and the other American import center Brittany Reeves (196, college: Mercer) scored 12 points and 8 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Rip City moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Hume City B. and Ipswich F. Loser Meteorettes dropped to the fifteenth position with 14 games lost. Rip City will meet at home higher ranked Pirates (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Meteorettes will play against Seahawks (#10) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mackay M.: D.Dale 31+13reb+7ast, B.Reeves 12+8reb+1ast, H.Phoebe 9+1reb+3ast, C.Virgo 8+3reb, B.Denesha 4+3reb+1ast, M.Macdonald 3+4reb
USC Rip: M.Mullings 24+9reb+4ast, C.Smith 23+12reb+10ast, N.Flye 16+5reb+1ast, S.Bairstow 15+6reb+3ast, M.Campbell 10+5reb+2ast, F.Esther 3+1astgschID: 1066603
Logan T. - Darwin S. 74-67
Rather predictable result in Loganholme where second ranked Thunder (12-4) beat 5th ranked Salties (11-7) 74-67 on Sunday. Thunder forced 19 Salties turnovers and outrebounded them 49-28 including a 19-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for forward Mikaela Ruef (191-1990, college: Stanford) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 31 points, 21 rebounds and 5 assists. New Zealand swingman Chevannah Paalvast (181-1991, college: Monmouth) helped adding 17 points and 10 rebounds. At the losing side forward Catherine MacGregor (181-2002) responded with 20 points and 9 rebounds and New Zealand forward Tsubasa Nisbet (183-2000, college: Georgia South) scored 19 points and 4 steals. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Thunder. They maintain second place with 12-4 record having eight points less than leader Wyndham D. Salties lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Perry Lakes H. and Maitland M.. Thunder will meet Pirates (#4) in the next round. Salties will play against Sunshine CP and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Darwin S.: C.MacGregor 20+9reb+2ast, T.Nisbet 19+3reb+2ast, H.Claire 13+6reb, B.Jessica 6+1reb+1ast, S.Rees 5+5reb+2ast, S.Johnston 3+2reb+2ast
Logan T.: M.Ruef 31+21reb+5ast, C.Paalvast 17+10reb, U.Motuga 14+5reb+3ast, O.Isaac 5+4reb+1ast, A.Taia 4+5reb+4ast, C.Mikhaela 3+1reb+2astgschID: 1066604
Northside W. - SD Spartans 56-66
Top ranked Wizards (13-3) recorded its third loss in Taigum on Sunday night. Hosts were defeated by sixth ranked Brisbane Spartans (11-5) 66-56. Brisbane Spartans forced 19 Wizards turnovers and outrebounded them 45-33 including 33 on the defensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Swedish forward Elin Gustavsson (190-1993, college: Colorado St.) fired a double-double by scoring 20 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. Guard Jessica McDowell-White (168-2000, college: USF) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points, 6 rebounds, 12 assists and 6 steals. Swingman Courtney Woods (183-1997, college: NIU) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 6 steals and power forward Nadeen Payne (188-1993, agency: LBM Management) added 13 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Brisbane Spartans have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with SW Metro P. Wizards at the other side still keep top position with three games lost. They share it with Joondalup W.. Brisbane Spartans' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Brisbane Capitals.
Top scorers:
Northside W.: D.Lil 16+3reb+1ast, N.Payne 13+7reb, C.Woods 12+10reb+7ast, G.Dale 6+4reb, O.Alice 4+5reb+1ast, K.McDermott 3+2reb+2ast
SD Spartans: E.Gustavsson 20+13reb+1ast, D.Alice 11+1reb, J.McDowell-White 10+6reb+12ast, C.Isabella 8+4reb+3ast, E.Preston 8+7reb+3ast, A.Karaitiana 6+5reb+2astgschID: 1066605
Group NBL1 SouthBallarat M. - Ringwood H. 65-84
Not a big story in a game in Wendouree where 18th ranked Ballarat Miners (3-16) were outplayed by sixth ranked Hawks (11-8) 84-65 on Friday. It was a great evening for guard Marena Whittle (180-1994, college: NDSU, agency: LBM Management) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Spanish guard Marta Hermida (180-1997, college: Boise St.) helped adding 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Hawks' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side forward Kristy Rinaldi (181-1986) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds and the former international guard Abigail Wehrung (177-1995) scored 13 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. Four Ballarat Miners players scored in double figures. Hawks maintains sixth place with 11-8 record, which they share with Sandringham S. Ballarat Miners lost their fifth game in a row. They dropped to the nineteenth position with 16 games lost. Hawks will meet at home higher ranked Geelong Supercats (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Ballarat Miners will play against Diamond Valley Eagles (#10) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: K.Rinaldi 17+10reb+2ast, A.Wehrung 13+5reb+8ast, T.Jones 13+8reb, E.Karamovic 11+7reb+4ast, C.Annie 5+5reb+2ast, C.Millie 3+3reb+1ast
Ringwood H.: M.Whittle 21+10reb+5ast, M.Hermida 19+7reb+4ast, Z.Jenkins 12+1reb, E.Ogier 8+2reb+5ast, F.Toni 7+3reb+1ast, J.Ariel 6+2reb+1astgschID: 1066787
Eltham W. - Waverley F. 70-89
Everything went according to plan in Eltham where second ranked Falcons (15-3) outleveled 9th ranked Wildcats (10-9) 89-70 on Friday. Falcons dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Wildcats' 22. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for Maddi Utti who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Rebecca Cole (178-1992) helped adding 22 points. Four Falcons players scored in double figures. At the losing side American swingman Hailey Leidel (180-1997, college: UMass) responded with 22 points and 9 rebounds and center Rebecca Pizzey (190-1999) scored 14 points, 9 rebounds and 5 blocks. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Falcons. They maintain second place with 15-3 record having just three points less than leader Wyndham D. Loser Wildcats dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost. Falcons will meet Rangers (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Wildcats will play against Lady Cobras in Kilsyth and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: H.Leidel 22+9reb+1ast, R.Pizzey 14+9reb+3ast, T.Wynne 11+3reb+1ast, C.Armato 8+1reb+9ast, F.Louise 7+2reb+1ast, A.Lilly 3
Waverley F.: R.Cole 22+2reb+2ast, U.Maddi 15+11reb+4ast, R.Mokrzycki 14+4reb+1ast, C.Ernst 11+7reb+7ast, A.Todhunter 8+8reb+5ast, S.Donald 5+2rebgschID: 1066788
Geelong LS - Melbourne T. 84-56
There was no surprise when 17th ranked Tigers (4-15) were crushed on the road by fifth ranked Geelong Supercats (13-5) 84-56 on Friday. Geelong Supercats dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Tigers' 28. Geelong Supercats forced 23 Tigers turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for center Ella Tofaeono (190, college: Texas Tech) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 20 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Sarah Elsworthy (171-1998) helped adding 25 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Four Geelong Supercats players scored in double figures. At the losing side swingman Samantha Simons (188-2000, college: SMC) responded with 12 points and 4 assists and Lily Carmody (-2005) scored 10 points. Tigers' coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. The victory was the third consecutive win for Geelong Supercats. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Mt Gambier. Tigers lost their ninth game in a row. They keep the seventeenth position with 15 games lost. Geelong Supercats will meet at home Ballarat Miners (#19) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Tigers will play against Cavaliers and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Melbourne T.: S.Simons 12+2reb+4ast, N.Metcalfe 11+3reb, C.Lily 10+3reb+3ast, H.Tylah 9+4reb, M.Peterson 6+5reb+2ast, A.Francis 4+5reb+1ast
Geelong LS: S.Elsworthy 25+6reb+5ast, E.Braslis 21+6reb+3ast, A.Skobel 18+5reb+4ast, E.Tofaeono 15+20reb+4ast, J.Scannell 3+2reb+4ast, C.Georgia 2+1reb+1astgschID: 1066789
Sandringham S. - Nunawading S. 82-75
No shocking result in a game in Cheltenham where seventh ranked Sabres (11-8) defeated 12th ranked Spectres (8-11) 82-75 on Friday. Sabres made 19-of-22 free shots (86.4 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for American guard Brittany Smart (177-1985, college: Cedarville) who led her team to a victory scoring 32 points and 7 rebounds (made all of her eight free throws). Forward Georgia Pineau (185-1997, college: Boston Coll.) helped adding 24 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side the former international guard Rachel Antoniadou (175-1996, college: FSU) responded with 18 points and American Devon Brookshire (190-1994, college: SMC, agency: DC Sports) scored 15 points and 6 rebounds. Four Spectres players scored in double figures. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Sabres. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Ringwood H. Loser Spectres keep the twelfth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Kilsyth LC and Launceston T.. Sabres will meet at home league's leader Lady Braves in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Spectres will play against Frankston Blues (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Nunawading S.: R.Antoniadou 18+2reb+1ast, D.Brookshire 15+6reb, R.Brewster 13+3reb, C.Mihalko 11+2reb+1ast, E.Pearce 9+9reb+2ast, W.Tayha 4+2reb+1ast
Sandringham S.: B.Smart 32+7reb+3ast, G.Pineau 24+7reb+1ast, K.Wischer 10+11reb+2ast, F.Nakkasoglu 8+1reb+3ast, E.Simpson 6+4reb+6ast, C.Ford 2+3rebgschID: 1066790
Mt Gambier - Bendigo LB 68-75
Rather expected game in Mt Gambier where 4th placed Mount Gambier Pioneers (13-5) were defeated by leader Lady Braves (18-0) 75-68 on Friday. It was a great evening for Meg Mccarthy who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 16 rebounds. The former international forward Kasey Burton (178-1996) helped adding 13 points and 10 rebounds. Four Lady Braves players scored in double figures. At the losing side guard Miela Goodchild (178-2000, college: Duke) responded with 22 points and Canadian swingman Cassandra Brown (189-1992, college: Portland) scored 11 points and 5 rebounds. The victory was the eighteenth consecutive win for Lady Braves. They maintain first place with 18-0 record. Loser Mount Gambier Pioneers dropped to the third position with five games lost. They share it with Geelong LS. Lady Braves will meet Sabres (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Mount Gambier Pioneers will play against Tornadoes in Launceston and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mt Gambier: M.Goodchild 22+1reb+3ast, Z.Aokuso 11+7reb, C.Brown 11+5reb+2ast, I.Brancatisano 9+5reb+3ast, H.Reinoehl 7+3reb+2ast, S.Calleia 5+7reb+6ast
Bendigo LB: M.Meg 22+16reb, C.McLean 13+5reb+6ast, K.Burton 13+10reb+2ast, K.Wilson 11+2reb+5ast, R.Caitlin 7+3reb+1ast, M.Sexton 6+4reb+3astgschID: 1066791
Diamond VE - Kilsyth LC 77-79
There was a small surprise in Greensborough where twelfth ranked Lady Cobras (8-11) edged 9th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (9-10) 79-77 on Saturday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Lady Cobras made 9 blocks. It was a great evening for American forward Alisia Jenkins (186-1994, college: S.Florida) who led her team to a victory scoring 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Isis Lopes (180, college: UTEP) helped adding 20 points and 4 assists. At the losing side forward Monique Andriuolo (185-1998, college: Pepperdine) responded with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 14 rebounds and power forward Sophie Burrows (184-2004) scored 15 points. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Lady Cobras. They maintain twelfth place with 8-11 record, which they share with Nunawading S. and Launceston T. Loser Diamond Valley Eagles dropped to the tenth position with ten games lost. They share it with Dandenong R.. Lady Cobras will meet at home higher ranked Wildcats (#8) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Diamond Valley Eagles will play against Ballarat Miners in Wendouree and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Diamond VE: B.Sophie 15+3reb+1ast, M.Andriuolo 11+14reb, B.Eliza 10+1reb, A.Day 9+5reb+1ast, J.Compton 8+7reb, J.Rintala 8+5reb+2ast
Kilsyth LC: A.Jenkins 21+7reb+4ast, I.Lopes 20+3reb+4ast, A.Hart 15+3reb+1ast, Y.Nikita 8+5reb+3ast, M.Georgia 7+5reb+1ast, H.Sarah 3gschID: 1066792
Frankston B. - Geelong LS 69-78
There was a minor upset in Seaford where their close opponent Frankston Blues (13-6) were defeated by fifth ranked Geelong Supercats (13-5) 78-69 on Saturday. Geelong Supercats made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for center Ella Tofaeono (190, college: Texas Tech) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 18 rebounds. Guard Sarah Elsworthy (171-1998) helped adding 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. At the losing side forward Louise Brown (189-1995, college: Tennessee) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 15 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 blocks and New Zealand guard Micaela Cocks (175-1986, college: Oregon) scored 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the third consecutive win for Geelong Supercats. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Mt Gambier. Loser Frankston Blues keep the fifth position with six games lost. Geelong Supercats will meet at home Ballarat Miners (#19) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Frankston Blues will play against Spectres (#13) in East Burwood and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: L.Brown 22+15reb+4ast, A.Chelsea 20+4reb+1ast, M.Cocks 16+7reb+4ast, E.Batish 10+3reb+1ast, T.Jackson 1+1reb+1ast, C.Hicks 0
Geelong LS: S.Elsworthy 22+7reb+4ast, E.Tofaeono 20+18reb+1ast, E.Braslis 14+4reb+1ast, A.Skobel 13+2reb+3ast, J.Scannell 9+3reb+1ast, D.Puga 0gschID: 1066793
Keilor T. - Nunawading S. 71-69
There was a surprise result in Melbourne where sixteenth ranked Thunder (5-13) edged higher ranked Spectres (8-11) 71-69 on Saturday. Thunder made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. It was a great evening for guard Lana Hollingsworth (178, college: Santa Clara) who led her team to a victory scoring 16 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. American guard Anna Clephane (178, college: Ball St.) helped adding 17 points and 7 rebounds (made all of her seven free throws). At the losing side the former international guard Rachel Antoniadou (175-1996, college: FSU) responded with 25 points and Emma Pearce produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds. Four Spectres players scored in double figures. Thunder moved-up to tenth place, which they share with East Perth E. and Illawarra H. Loser Spectres keep the twelfth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Kilsyth LC and Launceston T.. Thunder will meet Chargers (#15) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Spectres will play against Frankston Blues and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Nunawading S.: R.Antoniadou 25+2reb+2ast, E.Pearce 14+11reb+1ast, R.Brewster 11+4reb+4ast, C.Mihalko 10+8reb, W.Tayha 5+5reb+3ast, D.Brookshire 4+4reb+1ast
Keilor T.: K.Umezawa 17+5reb, A.Clephane 17+7reb+1ast, L.Hollingsworth 16+5reb+5ast, M.Puli 8+7reb, A.Yamada 7+7reb+5ast, B.Macey 3+4rebgschID: 1066794
Knox R. - Launceston T. 55-57
There was an upset in Wantirna South where higher ranked Knox Raiders (9-9) were edged by fourteenth ranked Tornadoes (8-11) 57-55 on Saturday. Tornadoes held Knox Raiders to an opponent 24.3 percent shooting from the field compared to 38.5 percent accuracy of the winners. Strangely Knox Raiders outrebounded Tornadoes 56-25 including a 26-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for swingman Micah Simpson (175-2002) who led her team to a victory scoring 15 points. Guard Olivia West (168, college: UC Riverside) helped adding 11 points and 9 rebounds. Four Tornadoes players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Alicia Froling (190-1996, college: SMU) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 21 rebounds and guard Rachael Quirk (-1993) scored 7 points and 12 rebounds. Tornadoes moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Nunawading S. and Kilsyth LC. Loser Knox Raiders keep the ninth position with nine games lost. Tornadoes will meet at home higher ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Knox Raiders will play against Rangers (#11) in Dandenong and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Knox R.: A.Froling 22+21reb+1ast, K.Rowe 10+10reb, E.Fisher 9+5reb, L.Santomaggio 7+1reb+3ast, R.Quirk 7+12reb+2ast, K.Georgia 0
Launceston T.: S.Micah 15+3reb+3ast, C.Macey 11+2reb, O.West 11+9reb, R.Lupfer 10+4reb+2ast, W.Taya 4+6reb+3ast, A.Sharna 3gschID: 1066795
Casey C. - Hobart C. 110-85
There was a surprise result in Cranbourne where nineteenth ranked Cavaliers (3-15) smashed higher ranked Chargers (7-12) 110-85 on Saturday. Cavaliers shot 60.9 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 51.9 percentage. Cavaliers looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. It was a great evening for Taylah Simmons (185-1997, college: Southeastern) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. American guard Lauren Van Kleunen (188, college: Marquette) helped adding 24 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Five Cavaliers players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Paige Bradley (178-1994, college: Denver) responded with 31 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import guard Cori Coleman (173-1993, college: CSU) scored 25 points and 5 rebounds. Cavaliers moved-up to fifteenth place, which they share with Hills H. Loser Chargers keep the fifteenth position with 12 games lost. Cavaliers will meet Tigers (#17) in the next round. Chargers will play against Thunder and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Hobart C.: P.Bradley 31+6reb+4ast, C.Coleman 25+5reb+2ast, B.Zoe 10+3ast, L.Mills 8+7reb+1ast, A.Finlayson 3+3reb+3ast, S.O'Neill 3+3reb+4ast
Casey C.: L.Van Kleunen 24+5reb+5ast, R.Bell 19+1reb+3ast, T.Simmons 18+12reb+7ast, S.Blicavs 17+4reb+8ast, C.Cunningham 13+4reb+1ast, T.Giliam 10+3reb+3astgschID: 1066796
Ballarat M. - Eltham W. 87-91
Very expected game in Wendouree where 18th ranked Ballarat Miners (3-16) were defeated by ninth ranked Wildcats (10-9) 91-87 on Sunday. Wildcats made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. It was a great evening for American swingman Hailey Leidel (180-1997, college: UMass) who led her team to a victory scoring 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Louise Forsyth helped adding 22 points and 7 rebounds. At the losing side American guard Tayanna Jones (185-2000, college: Colorado) responded with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 13 rebounds (made all of her nine free throws !!!) and the former international guard Abigail Wehrung (177-1995) scored 18 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Five Wildcats and four Ballarat Miners players scored in double figures. Wildcats moved-up to eighth place. Ballarat Miners lost their fifth game in a row. They dropped to the nineteenth position with 16 games lost. Wildcats will meet Lady Cobras (#12) in the next round. Ballarat Miners will play against Diamond Valley Eagles (#10) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: T.Jones 27+13reb+1ast, C.Annie 21+2reb+3ast, A.Wehrung 18+5reb+7ast, E.Karamovic 14+8reb+7ast, M.Mathews 3+2reb+5ast, C.Millie 2+1reb
Eltham W.: H.Leidel 22+6reb+5ast, F.Louise 22+7reb+1ast, R.Pizzey 12+3reb, H.Munro 12+10reb+3ast, C.Armato 11+3reb+8ast, M.Ally 9+1reb+1astgschID: 1066797
Frankston B. - Kilsyth LC 69-63
Very predictable result in Seaford where fifth ranked Frankston Blues (13-6) beat 12th ranked Lady Cobras (8-11) 69-63 on Sunday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Frankston Blues forced 19 Lady Cobras turnovers. It was a great evening for forward Louise Brown (189-1995, college: Tennessee) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 15 rebounds. Chelsea Angelo helped adding 20 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Four Frankston Blues players scored in double figures. At the losing side American forward Alisia Jenkins (186-1994, college: S.Florida) responded with 28 points and 8 rebounds and Nikita Young scored 10 points and 5 rebounds. Frankston Blues maintains fifth place with 13-6 record. Loser Lady Cobras keep the twelfth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Nunawading S. and Launceston T.. Frankston Blues will meet Spectres (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Lady Cobras will play against Wildcats and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kilsyth LC: A.Jenkins 28+8reb+2ast, A.Hart 11+2reb+1ast, Y.Nikita 10+5reb+1ast, I.Lopes 8+4reb+2ast, H.Sarah 2+1reb+1ast, B.Georgia 2+5reb
Frankston B.: A.Chelsea 20+5reb+4ast, L.Brown 18+15reb+2ast, M.Cocks 14+3reb+4ast, E.Batish 11+2reb+5ast, C.Wilkins 2+1reb+1ast, T.Jackson 2+5reb+2astgschID: 1066798
Mt Gambier - Dandenong R. 92-59
Not a big story in a game in Mt Gambier where 11th ranked Rangers (9-10) were outplayed by fourth ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (13-5) 92-59 on Sunday. Mount Gambier Pioneers dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Rangers' 34. Mount Gambier Pioneers forced 24 Rangers turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Rangers' players. It was a great evening for guard Miela Goodchild (178-2000, college: Duke) who led her team to a victory scoring 20 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals. Canadian swingman Cassandra Brown (189-1992, college: Portland) helped adding 25 points and 6 rebounds. Five Mount Gambier Pioneers players scored in double figures. Mount Gambier Pioneers' coach Matthew Sutton felt very confident using 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side center Nyadiew Puoch (189-2004) responded with 26 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Amber Smith (180-1998, college: Missouri) scored 16 points and 8 rebounds. Mount Gambier Pioneers moved-up to third place, which they share with Geelong LS. Loser Rangers dropped to the tenth position with ten games lost. They share it with Diamond VE. Mount Gambier Pioneers will meet Tornadoes (#14) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Rangers will play against Knox Raiders (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Dandenong R.: P.Nyadiew 26+9reb+2ast, A.Smith 16+8reb, E.Morgan 7+2reb+1ast, S.Boothe 6+7reb+2ast, N.Bella 2+3reb, B.Whatman 2+5reb+1ast
Mt Gambier: C.Brown 25+6reb, M.Goodchild 20+6reb+6ast, R.Imogen 12+7reb+4ast, H.Reinoehl 11+5reb+1ast, S.Calleia 10+10reb+9ast, I.Brancatisano 5+3reb+2astgschID: 1066799
Sandringham S. - Hobart C. 89-71
Everything went according to plan in Cheltenham where seventh ranked Sabres (11-8) won against 15th ranked Chargers (7-12) 89-71 on Sunday. They outrebounded Chargers 50-29 including a 19-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for forward Georgia Pineau (185-1997, college: Boston Coll.) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds. Forward Klara Wischer (190-1991, college: San Diego) helped adding 14 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals. Four Sabres players scored in double figures. At the losing side American guard Paige Bradley (178-1994, college: Denver) responded with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and Sarah ONeill scored 16 points. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Sabres. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Ringwood H. Loser Chargers keep the fifteenth position with 12 games lost. Sabres will meet at home league's leader Lady Braves in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Chargers will play against Thunder (#16) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Hobart C.: P.Bradley 21+8reb+6ast, S.O'Neill 16+2reb, C.Coleman 9+4reb+1ast, B.Chloe 8+3reb, A.Finlayson 7+3reb+1ast, L.Mills 6+8reb
Sandringham S.: F.Nakkasoglu 25+2reb+2ast, B.Smart 20+4reb, G.Pineau 20+12reb+1ast, K.Wischer 14+11reb+6ast, W.Hannah 4+4reb+1ast, C.Ford 4+9rebgschID: 1066800
Waverley F. - Melbourne T. 84-50
There was no surprise in Mount Waverley where 17th ranked Tigers (4-15) were crushed by second ranked Falcons (15-3) 84-50 on Sunday. Falcons dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Tigers' 22. Falcons forced 21 Tigers turnovers and outrebounded them 50-32 including 19 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Tigers' players. It was a great evening for guard Rebecca Cole (178-1992) who led her team to a victory scoring 25 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Maddi Utti helped adding 12 points and 9 rebounds. Four Falcons players scored in double figures. Falcons' coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side swingman Samantha Simons (188-2000, college: SMC) responded with 14 points and 5 rebounds and American Jade Odom (178, college: Southeastern) scored 9 points and 7 rebounds. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Falcons. They maintain second place with 15-3 record having just three points less than leader Wyndham D. Tigers lost their ninth game in a row. They keep the seventeenth position with 15 games lost. Falcons will meet Rangers (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Tigers will play against Cavaliers (#18) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Melbourne T.: S.Simons 14+5reb+3ast, N.Metcalfe 10+6reb, J.Odom 9+7reb, C.Lily 5+3reb+1ast, A.Francis 5+2reb+1ast, A.O'Neill 3+4reb+4ast
Waverley F.: R.Cole 25+5reb+5ast, U.Maddi 12+9reb+2ast, C.Ernst 11+3reb+3ast, S.Locandro 11+7reb, G.Simon 8+1reb, R.Mokrzycki 8+4reb+2astgschID: 1066801
Diamond VE - Launceston T. 77-79
There was a surprise result in Greensborough where fourteenth ranked Tornadoes (8-11) edged higher ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (9-10) 79-77 on Sunday. Strangely Diamond Valley Eagles outrebounded Tornadoes 48-31 including a 19-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was a great evening for American guard Riley Lupfer (175, college: Boise St.) who led her team to a victory scoring 25 points and 5 rebounds. Guard Olivia West (168, college: UC Riverside) helped adding 20 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Four Tornadoes players scored in double figures. At the losing side American power forward Jennie Rintala (188-1990, college: S.Dakota St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds and guard Kara Tessari (174-1999) scored 17 points and 6 assists. Tornadoes moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Nunawading S. and Kilsyth LC. Loser Diamond Valley Eagles dropped to the tenth position with ten games lost. They share it with Dandenong R.. Tornadoes will meet at home higher ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Diamond Valley Eagles will play against Ballarat Miners (#19) in Wendouree and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Diamond VE: K.Tessari 17+1reb+6ast, J.Rintala 14+15reb+3ast, B.Sophie 10+9reb+2ast, D.Jade 9+7reb+3ast, A.Day 8+5reb+1ast, M.Andriuolo 8+8reb
Launceston T.: R.Lupfer 25+5reb+3ast, O.West 20+9reb+4ast, C.Macey 14+6reb+3ast, S.Micah 11+5reb+3ast, W.Taya 8+4reb+4ast, K.Charli 1+1rebgschID: 1066802
Group NBL1 WestEast Perth E. - Kalamunda ES 54-72
The game between closely ranked teams ended with 10th ranked Eagles' (5-13) home loss to ninth ranked Suns (6-10) 54-72 on Friday. Suns held Eagles to an opponent 25.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 32.0 percent accuracy of the winners and made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. Suns forced 19 Eagles turnovers and outrebounded them 54-40 including 17 on the offensive glass. It was a great evening for American guard Natalie Chou (185-1997, college: UCLA) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals. Her fellow American import guard Makailah Dyer (175-1994, college: N.Dakota) helped adding 11 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. At the losing side Canadian swingman Madison Torresin (183-1996, college: W.Chester, agency: DC Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds and forward Maddison Allen (190-1993, college: Santa Clara) scored 8 points and 13 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Suns. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with McKinnon C. and Pakenham W. Eagles lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the tenth position with 13 games lost. They share it with Illawarra H. and Keilor T.. Suns will meet at home Giants (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Eagles will play against Redbacks and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
East Perth E.: M.Torresin 19+12reb+1ast, S.Bujniak 11+2reb+5ast, T.Morrison 10+3reb, M.Allen 8+13reb+2ast, A.Sarah 2+4reb+1ast, V.Vliet Ari 2+2reb
Kalamunda ES: N.Chou 19+12reb+4ast, G.Denehey 12+7reb+2ast, M.Dyer 11+5reb+6ast, E.Fisher 10+4reb, S.Roscoe 8+9reb+1ast, T.Ella 7+10reb+2astgschID: 1067026
Perry Lakes H. - Willetton T. 79-98
Rather predictable result in Floreat where third ranked Tigers (14-3) outscored 6th ranked Hawks (11-7) 98-79 on Friday. Tigers made 21-of-26 free shots (80.8 percent) during the game. Tigers outrebounded Hawks 59-32 including a 18-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. It was a great evening for Bosnian Melisa Brcaninovic (193-1999) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 31 points and 14 rebounds (made all of her eight free throws). The former international swingman Alexandra Sharp (182-1997, college: Wake Forest) helped adding 22 points and 12 rebounds. At the losing side power forward Ashleigh Isenbarger (188-1997) responded with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and point guard Millicent McCarthy (165-2002) scored 16 points and 5 assists. Five Tigers and four Hawks players scored in double figures. Hawks' coach rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. The victory was the ninth consecutive win for Tigers. They moved-up to second place. Loser Hawks keep the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with Maitland M. and Darwin S.. Tigers will meet at home league's leader Cougars in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Hawks will play against Flames (#4) in Rockingham and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Perry Lakes H.: A.Isenbarger 28+10reb+4ast, M.Millicent 16+1reb+5ast, A.Samantha 16+3reb, M.Dennis 10+4reb+5ast, M.Satie 7+9reb+3ast, D.Pisconeri 2+5reb+2ast
Willetton T.: M.Brcaninovic 31+14reb+3ast, A.Sharp 22+12reb+3ast, D.Kelley 14+9reb+5ast, F.Grace 13+1reb, A.Jacobs 10+8reb+8ast, D.Sophie 5+4reb+2astgschID: 1067027
Perth R. - Warwick S. 62-118
Not a big story in a game in Northbridge where 12th ranked Redbacks (1-16) were outplayed by seventh ranked Senators (10-7) 118-62 on Friday. Senators dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Redbacks' 34. Senators forced 22 Redbacks turnovers and outrebounded them 50-32 including 18 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Redbacks' players. It was a great evening for forward Mackenzie Clinch-Hoycard (191-1998, college: Hawaii) who led her team to a victory scoring 21 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Guard Stacey Barr (173-1992, college: Idaho) helped adding 23 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Senators players scored in double figures. At the losing side Dajah Daniel responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and Ella Dimanlig scored 10 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the third consecutive win for Senators. They maintain seventh place with 10-7 record. Redbacks lost their eleventh game in a row. They keep the twelfth position with 16 games lost. Senators will meet Slammers (#13) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Redbacks will play against Eagles in Morley and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: D.Dajah 18+10reb, D.Ella 10+1reb, G.Grace 7+2reb, R.Thompson 7+1reb+1ast, M.Pirini 5+3reb+1ast, B.Malone 4+3reb+1ast
Warwick S.: S.Barr 23+5reb+6ast, K.Murphy 22+10reb+1ast, M.Clinch-Hoycard 21+9reb+6ast, N.Burton 14+7reb+3ast, F.Chloe 11+4reb+8ast, K.Phillips-Wade 8+2reb+2astgschID: 1067028
Joondalup W. - Warwick S. 88-95
There was a surprise result in Joondalup where seventh ranked Senators (10-7) won against 3rd placed Wanneroo (13-3) 95-88 on Saturday. It was a great evening for American forward Karly Murphy (185-1998, college: Colorado St.) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 27 points and 14 rebounds. Guard Stacey Barr (173-1992, college: Idaho) helped adding 28 points and 9 rebounds. At the losing side American guard Robbi Ryan (175-1997, college: Arizona St.) responded with 27 points and 4 assists and forward Teige Morrell produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds. Five Senators and four Wanneroo players scored in double figures. The victory was the third consecutive win for Senators. They maintain seventh place with 10-7 record. Loser Wanneroo still keeps top position with three games lost. They share it with Northside W.. Senators will meet Slammers (#13) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Wanneroo will play against Magic (#5) in Mandurah and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Joondalup W.: R.Ryan 27+4reb+4ast, M.Teige 18+12reb+1ast, E.Klasztorny 13+9reb+1ast, C.Belcher 13, T.Ucich 6+4reb+3ast, N.Parker-Williams 6+9reb+2ast
Warwick S.: S.Barr 28+9reb+2ast, K.Murphy 27+14reb+3ast, M.Clinch-Hoycard 13+7reb+2ast, F.Chloe 12+4reb+6ast, N.Burton 11+7reb+4ast, N.Jorre 2+1astgschID: 1067029
Kalamunda ES - Perry Lakes H. 79-92
There was no surprise in Kalamunda where 9th ranked Suns (6-10) were defeated by sixth ranked Hawks (11-7) 92-79 on Saturday. Hawks outrebounded Suns 46-31 including 31 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for center Madeleine Dennis (186-1997, college: Dayton) who led her team to a victory scoring 25 points and 8 rebounds. Samantha Ashby helped adding 24 points and 4 assists. At the losing side American guard Natalie Chou (185-1997, college: UCLA) responded with 24 points, 6 assists and 4 steals and naturalized British power forward Samantha Roscoe (194-1995, college: N.Dakota) scored 19 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Hawks maintains sixth place with 11-7 record, which they share with Maitland M. and Darwin S. Loser Suns dropped to the fourth position with ten games lost. They share it with McKinnon C. and Pakenham W.. Hawks will meet higher ranked Flames (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Suns will play against Giants and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kalamunda ES: N.Chou 24+1reb+6ast, S.Roscoe 19+4reb+2ast, E.Fisher 15+7reb, G.Denehey 14+5reb+3ast, M.Dyer 4+4reb+1ast, F.Jaymee 3+2reb
Perry Lakes H.: M.Dennis 25+8reb+1ast, A.Samantha 24+4reb+4ast, A.Isenbarger 11+8reb+4ast, E.Clarke 10+10reb+2ast, M.Ballantyne 9+3reb+3ast, M.Satie 5+7reb+2astgschID: 1067030
Cockburn C. - Perth R. 124-55
No shocking result in a game in Hamilton Hill where first ranked Cougars (15-1) smashed 12th ranked Redbacks (1-16) 124-55 on Saturday. Cougars dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Redbacks' 36. Cougars forced 31 Redbacks turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. It was a great evening for Danish swingman Sarah Mortensen (185-1997, college: Villanova) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 42 points (!!!) and 13 rebounds. Guard Jewel Williams (168-2001) helped adding 21 points and 6 assists. Five Cougars players scored in double figures. At the losing side Dajah Daniel responded with 9 points and 10 rebounds and Briana Bailey scored 12 points and 4 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Cougars maintains first place with 15-1 record. Redbacks lost their eleventh game in a row. They keep the twelfth position with 16 games lost. Cougars will meet at home Giants (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Redbacks will play against Eagles in Morley and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: B.Malone 12+3reb+3ast, B.Bailey 12+3reb+4ast, D.Dajah 9+10reb+1ast, H.Shenae 6+7reb+1ast, M.Jessica 5+3reb, R.Thompson 4+5ast
Cockburn C.: S.Mortensen 42+13reb+2ast, J.Williams 21+1reb+6ast, J.Edwards 16+4reb+2ast, S.Gorman 16+4reb+6ast, F.Harriet 11+5reb+1ast, S.Ella 5+1astgschID: 1067031
Goldfields G. - SW Slammers 88-54
Rather expected game in Kalgoorlie where bottom-ranked Slammers (0-16) were rolled over by eleventh ranked Giants (4-12) 88-54 on Saturday. Giants outrebounded Slammers 64-39 including a 23-11 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for Aimee Borchet who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 24 rebounds and 4 assists. Kiriana Hawaikirangi helped adding 33 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds. At the losing side guard Paris Duffield (171) responded with 16 points and 5 rebounds and swingman Alex Ciabattoni (180-1994, college: Newman) scored 4 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Giants maintains eleventh place with 4-12 record. Slammers lost their sixteenth game in a row. They still close the standings with 16 games lost. Giants will meet league's leader Cougars in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Slammers will play against Senators (#7) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
SW Slammers: P.Duffield 16+5reb+1ast, A.Mia 9+3reb+1ast, F.Javene 8+6reb, K.Williams 7+5reb+2ast, A.Ciabattoni 4+5reb+6ast, D.Alexis 4+7reb+1ast
Goldfields G.: H.Kiriana 33+5reb+3ast, R.Turnour-McCarty 26+8reb+2ast, B.Aimee 18+24reb+4ast, L.Tipene 5+15reb+2ast, A.Sidebottom 4+7reb+2ast, A.Tegan 2+1reb+1astgschID: 1067032
Lakeside L. - Rockingham F. 91-95
Rather predictable result in Bullcreek where fourth ranked Flames (12-5) beat 8th ranked Lightning (7-10) 95-91 on Saturday. Flames forced 20 Lightning turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a great evening for guard Casey Samuels (182-1994) who led her team to a victory scoring 31 points, 7 assists and 7 steals. American forward Mehryn Kraker (183-1994, college: Green Bay) helped adding 15 points, 10 assists and 4 steals. Flames' coach Tom Knowles used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the losing side American forward Laci Hawthorne (183-1999, college: Utah St.) responded with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 13 rebounds and guard Caitlyn Jones (175-2001, college: Idaho) scored 34 points (!!!) (made all of her seven free throws). Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the third consecutive win for Flames. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Rockhampton C. Loser Lightning keeps the eighth position with ten games lost. They share it with Bankstown B.. Flames will meet at home Hawks (#6) in the next round. Lightning will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Lakeside L.: C.Jones 34+2reb+1ast, L.Hawthorne 24+13reb+2ast, B.Emma 10+4reb+6ast, K.Smith 10+9reb+4ast, G.Jade 8+4reb+1ast, T.Priestly 3+2reb+11ast
Rockingham F.: C.Samuels 31+4reb+7ast, L.Koop 18+6reb, T.Burrows 16+7reb+4ast, M.Kraker 15+3reb+10ast, C.Boag 9+6reb+1ast, P.Marissa 6+3rebgschID: 1067033
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Krystyna Filevich (182-G/F-1991) of Frankivsk
