The round was exceptionally exciting as three games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.
The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (13-2) in Terrigal on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by eleventh ranked Crusaders (5-10) 81-77. It ended at the same time the 12-game winning streak of Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. It was a great evening for center Nicole Hutchins (193, college: New Orleans) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 15 rebounds. Guard Darneka Rowe (174-1993) helped adding 22 points and 5 assists. Crusaders' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was forward Kimberley Hodge (182-1998) with 27 points and 6 rebounds. Crusaders maintains eleventh place with 5-10 record. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles at the other side still keep top position with two games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Important game to mention about took place in Joondalup. First ranked Wanneroo (11-2) saved a 2-point victory at home edging 5th ranked Hawks (8-5) 75-73 on Friday evening. It was an exceptional evening for forward Teige Morrell who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 22 rebounds. Robbi Ryan accounted for 27 points and 5 assists. Forward Emma Clarke (186-2000, college: Colorado) came up with 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists for Hawks in the defeat. Wanneroo maintains first place with 11-2 record, which they share with Sydney C. and Norths B. Hawks at the other side dropped to the sixth position with five games lost. They share it with Eltham W.. Wanneroo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hawks will play at home against Redbacks (#12) and hope to get back on the winning track.
Seventh-ranked Lady Bandits (7-7) gave a tough game to second ranked BA CoE (12-2) in Albury on Saturday. The visitors from Canberra managed to secure only three-point victory 74-71. However their fans expected much easier game. The best player for the winners was Isla Juffermans who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Mikayla Pivec who recorded a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. BA CoE have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain second place with 12-2 record having just two points less than leader Wyndham D., which they share with Newcastle F. Loser Lady Bandits dropped to the eighth position with seven games lost. They share it with Knox R.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 15: Norwood F. won against W.Adelaide B. on the opponent's court 75-66. Camberwell was outscored by Sherbrooke S. in a home game 62-90. Pakenham W. managed to beat Hume City B. on the road 68-65. Bulleen B. crushed McKinnon C. on its own court 90-70. Wyndham D. smashed Sunbury J. in Werribee 104-67. Eastern M. was destroyed by Forestville E. at home 65-90. C.Districts L. managed to outperform Norwood F. on the opponent's court 72-68. S.Adelaide P. recorded a loss to W.Adelaide B. in a home game 65-81. N.Adelaide R. lost to undefeated Sturt S. on the road 49-91. Woodville W. was smashed by Southern T. on its own court 52-78. Penrith P. was destroyed by Canberra N. in a road game 93-48. Illawarra H. was outscored by Newcastle F. at home 49-70. Bankstown B. recorded a loss to Maitland M. on the opponent's court 75-61. Sutherland S. crushed Hornsby S. in a home game 106-61. Norths B. smashed Hills H. on the road 95-30. Sydney C. destroyed Inner WB on its own court 90-66. Newcastle F. managed to outperform BA CoE in a road game 82-76. Brisbane C. managed to beat SW Metro P. at home 86-72. Gold Coast R. lost to undefeated Northside W. on the opponent's court 62-74. Rockhampton C. was beaten by Logan T. in a home game 53-66. Winless RedCity R. was destroyed by NGC Seahawks on the road 93-74. SD Spartans managed to outperform Ipswich F. on its own court 83-79. Gold Coast R. managed to beat USC Rip in a road game 72-60. Mackay M. was defeated by Logan T. at home 61-69. Brisbane C. beat SC Phoenix on the opponent's court 72-61. Darwin S. was destroyed by Townsville F. in a home game 59-86. Frankston B. outscored Hobart C. on the road 94-59. Launceston T. managed to beat Ringwood H. on its own court 80-72. Kilsyth LC was defeated by Mt Gambier in a road game 78-76. Geelong LS smashed Knox R. at home 82-47. Sandringham S. destroyed Ballarat M. on the opponent's court 74-51. Hobart C. unfortunately lost to Ringwood H. in a home game 78-80. Diamond VE was rolled over Nunawading S. on the road 80-101. Bendigo LB crushed Waverley F. on its own court 92-46. Casey C. was beaten by Eltham W. in a road game 81-67. Keilor T. won against Dandenong R. at home 83-72. Frankston B. managed to outperform Launceston T. on the opponent's court 77-65. Melbourne T. recorded a loss to Ballarat M. in a home game 68-75. Casey C. lost to undefeated Bendigo LB on the road 91-97. Keilor T. was beaten by Geelong LS on its own court 66-77. Kilsyth LC won against Waverley F. in a road game 71-69. East Perth E. unfortunately lost to Lakeside L. at home 77-83. Willetton T. rolled over Kalamunda ES on the opponent's court 103-84. Mandurah M. was crushed by Rockingham F. in a home game 58-83. Perth R. was smashed by Warwick S. on the road 87-58. Goldfields G. lost to undefeated Cockburn C. on its own court 76-94. Winless SW Slammers was outscored by Rockingham F. in a road game 44-109.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 18 points, 9 assists and 8 steals by Sophie Kerridge of Norwood F..
W.Adelaide B. - Norwood F. 66-75
There was a minor upset in Woodville where 3rd placed Bearcats (7-5) were defeated by fifth ranked Flames (7-5) 75-66 on Sunday. Flames forced 20 Bearcats turnovers. The best player for the winners was Sharna Thompson who scored 27 points and 6 rebounds. Sophie Kerridge chipped in 18 points, 9 assists and 8 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was Molly Coleman (188-2000, college: USC Upstate) who recorded 16 points and 5 rebounds and Japanese guard Honoka Ikematsu (166-1998, college: RMU) added 16 points respectively. Flames moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Bearcats. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Norwood F.: S.Thompson 27+6reb+3ast, K.Sophie 18+2reb+9ast, J.Smith 10+7reb+2ast, A.Akuen 7+8reb, J.Rice 5+9reb, S.Caitlin 4+5reb+1ast
W.Adelaide B.: M.Coleman 16+5reb+3ast, H.Ikematsu 16+3reb+3ast, K.McKay 11+1reb+1ast, A.Aquino 9+11reb+1ast, J.Fejo 7+5reb+6ast, G.Anderson 4+13reb+2astgschID: 1079500
Group Big VCamberwell - Sherbrooke S. 62-90
Rather predictable result in Melbourne where third ranked Suns (9-4) smashed 7th ranked Camberwell (3-10) 90-62 on Saturday. Suns made 17-of-18 free shots (94.4 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American Porsche Poole (175-1989, college: Michigan St.) who scored 23 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. New Zealand forward Alicia Carline (190-1993, college: Portland St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 17 rebounds. Poole is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Suns players scored in double figures. Suns' coach Chad Burton felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Andrea Belmonte who recorded 7 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists and Marnie Houghton added 15 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Suns have a solid series of three victories in a row. They maintain third place with 9-4 record having six points less than leader Wyndham D., which they share with Logan T. and Geelong LS. Camberwell lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sherbrooke S.: P.Poole 23+6reb+5ast, S.Tenaya 18+8reb+3ast, A.Carline 17+17reb, P.Stephanie 13+6reb+1ast, G.Moxey 6+3reb, P.Whelan 4+1ast
Camberwell: H.Marnie 15+8reb+1ast, E.Valos 12+10reb+1ast, F.Gemma 9+2reb, K.Jade 9+2reb+2ast, S.Victoria 8+6reb+1ast, B.Andrea 7+11reb+9astgschID: 1070003
Hume City B. - Pakenham W. 65-68
The game between closely ranked teams ended with 6th ranked Hume City Broncos' (3-9) home loss to fifth ranked Warriors (5-8) 65-68 on Sunday. Warriors made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Hume City Broncos turnovers. The best player for the winners was Canadian guard Haille Nickerson (170, college: Memorial) who scored 33 points (!!!) and 6 rebounds. Ebony Sans chipped in 4 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Kayonna Lee (185, college: Central Mo.) who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points and 15 rebounds and Tashia Overby added 17 points respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Warriors maintains fifth place with 5-8 record, which they share with Lakeside L. Loser Hume City Broncos keep the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Goldfields G.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Pakenham W.: H.Nickerson 33+6reb+1ast, L.Hayley 8+7reb, M.Prior 7+5reb, M.Jacinta 6+2reb+2ast, S.Romanowski 5+3reb+3ast, S.Ebony 4+9reb+2ast
Hume City B.: O.Tashia 17+4reb+1ast, K.Lee 16+15reb, T.Chrisoula 8+8reb, H.Tegan 8+5reb, A.McKellar 7+2reb, K.Jayde 4+2reb+1astgschID: 1070004
Bulleen B. - McKinnon C. 90-70
Everything went according to plan in Bulleen where second ranked Boomers (10-2) outscored 4th placed Cougars (6-7) 90-70 on Saturday. Boomers shot the lights out from three sinking 15 long-distance shots on high 53.6 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Olivia Bontempelli (179-1993) who scored 22 points and 6 rebounds. Guard Keli Romas (170, college: Newberry) chipped in 7 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Boomers players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Morgan Riley who recorded 17 points and Cassie Hill added 11 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Boomers maintains second place with 10-2 record having six points less than leader Wyndham D. Loser Cougars keep the fourth position with seven games lost. They share it with Canberra N. and Townsville F.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Bulleen B.: O.Bontempelli 22+6reb+2ast, A.Deerbon 17+3reb+2ast, M.Emily 11+3reb+2ast, K.Danijela 10+9reb+3ast, M.Allan 8+3reb+2ast, K.Romas 7+10reb+6ast
McKinnon C.: M.Riley 17+3reb+2ast, B.Lee 13+4reb, H.Cassie 11+8reb+2ast, B.Sarae 8, E.Suckling 8+3reb+6ast, B.Gray 8+7reb+3astgschID: 1070005
Sunbury J. - Wyndham D. 67-104
There was no surprise in Sunbury where 8th ranked Jets (2-11) were outplayed by leader Devils (13-0) 104-67 on Sunday. Devils forced 23 Jets turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was Aleks Connolly who scored 16 points and 6 rebounds. Canadian forward Sarah Bennett (180, college: Toronto) chipped in 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Devils players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Chloe Hildebrand who recorded 12 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Victoria Ikenasio (185, college: St.Peter's) added 13 points and 6 rebounds respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Devils have an impressive series of thirteen victories in a row. They maintain first place with 13-0 record. Loser Jets keep the eighth position with 11 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Wyndham D.: C.Aleks 16+6reb+2ast, A.Dyani 14+6reb+1ast, D.Holly 14+1reb+3ast, K.Tanielle 12+7reb+1ast, S.Bennett 12+6reb+4ast, A.Paschal 9+7reb+4ast
Sunbury J.: V.Ikenasio 13+6reb+1ast, I.Andersson 12+3reb, H.Chloe 12+5reb+5ast, D.Gkizani 8+7reb, C.Emily 8+3reb+2ast, H.Abby 6+3reb+4astgschID: 1070006
Group NBL1 CentralEastern M. - Forestville E. 65-90
No shocking result in a game in Mt. Barker where seventh ranked Eagles (6-6) outleveled 9th ranked Mavericks (1-11) 90-65 on Saturday. Eagles outrebounded Mavericks 50-30 including a 32-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was Madison Freer who had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 13 rebounds. Jessica Simons chipped in 8 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was power forward Olivia Bradley (183-2005) who recorded 28 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Taylah Levy (165, college: CSU) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Eagles moved-up to sixth place, which they share with N.Adelaide R. Loser Mavericks keep the ninth position with 11 games lost. They share it with C.Districts L.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Forestville E.: F.Madison 24+13reb, A.Brett 18+3reb, C.Annetts 9+9reb+2ast, K.Brett 9+2reb, R.Hines 9+7reb+4ast, S.Jessica 8+7reb+8ast
Eastern M.: B.Olivia 28+7reb+3ast, T.Levy 13+5reb+3ast, D.Chloe 12+2reb+2ast, J.Otto 6+3reb, F.Stephanie 4+2reb+2ast, M.Sophie 2+3rebgschID: 1066890
Norwood F. - C.Districts L. 68-72
There was an upset in Marden where higher ranked Flames (7-5) were defeated by tenth ranked Lions (1-11) 72-68 on Saturday. Lions looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Jaedyn De La Cerda (175, college: N.Mexico) who had a triple-double by scoring 22 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. Forward Tiahna Sears (178, college: N.Alabama) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 16 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was center Alek Akuen (190, college: SIUE) who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds and naturalized British Jorjah Smith (173-1994) added 15 points and 5 assists respectively. Five Flames players scored in double figures. Lions left bottom position moving up to ninth place, which they share with Eastern M. Loser Flames dropped to the third position with five games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
C.Districts L.: J.De La Cerda 22+12reb+10ast, T.Sears 19+16reb+2ast, I.Guy 13+9reb+2ast, D.Sarah 8+4reb+4ast, T.Alyce 6, A.Ayak 2
Norwood F.: S.Thompson 15+4reb+1ast, J.Smith 15+4reb+5ast, K.Sophie 14+5reb+4ast, A.Akuen 14+13reb+1ast, J.Rice 10+8reb+2ast, B.Mischa 0gschID: 1066891
S.Adelaide P. - W.Adelaide B. 65-81
There was a small surprise in Adelaide where third ranked Bearcats (7-5) defeated their close opponent Panthers (7-5) 81-65 on Saturday. Bearcats looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Jasmin Fejo (177-2000) who scored 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Genna Anderson chipped in 15 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Holly Forbes (178-1998, college: UT Martin) who recorded a double-double by scoring 13 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Jade Johnson (175, college: SFC) added 14 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Five Bearcats and four Panthers players scored in double figures. Panthers' coach rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Bearcats have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain third place with 7-5 record having nine points less than leader Wyndham D., which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Panthers. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
W.Adelaide B.: J.Fejo 18+5reb+5ast, G.Anderson 15+7reb+4ast, B.Abby 14+7reb+3ast, A.Aquino 12+12reb, M.Coleman 12+5reb+1ast, H.Ikematsu 5+5reb+7ast
S.Adelaide P.: J.Johnson 14+5reb+2ast, H.Forbes 13+13reb+5ast, S.Defrancesco 13+1reb+1ast, A.Spencer 10+5reb+5ast, H.Stewart 6+5reb, J.Hunter 4+5reb+4astgschID: 1066892
Sturt S. - N.Adelaide R. 91-49
Not a big story in a game in Pasadena where 6th ranked Rockets (6-6) were rolled over by leader Sabres (12-0) 91-49 on Saturday. Sabres forced 22 Rockets turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Rockets' players. The best player for the winners was power forward Tayla Brazel (182-2004) who scored 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Canadian forward Mikayla Williams (183, college: USF) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 13 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American center Erica Meyer (190-1997, college: Santa Clara) who recorded 11 points and 8 rebounds and center Tayla Corrigan (190-1993, college: Idaho) added 10 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sabres have an impressive series of twelve victories in a row. They maintain first place with 12-0 record. Loser Rockets keep the sixth position with six games lost. They share it with Forestville E.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sturt S.: B.Tayla 20+6reb+5ast, M.Williams 18+13reb, M.Prosser 12+7reb+5ast, R.Jasmine 11+2reb+1ast, N.Mathews 6+3reb+5ast, K.Mathews 6+1reb+2ast
N.Adelaide R.: E.Meyer 11+8reb+1ast, B.Basham 10+3reb+2ast, F.Jordyn 10+7reb, T.Corrigan 10+8reb, B.Dittmar 3+1reb, T.Bails 3+4reb+1astgschID: 1066893
Woodville W. - Southern T. 52-78
Everything went according to plan in Flinders Park where second ranked Tigers (9-3) outscored 8th ranked Warriors (4-8) 78-52 on Saturday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Tigers made 8 blocks. The best player for the winners was guard Morgan Yaeger (175-1998, college: Oregon) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists. Tara Dodman chipped in 8 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Annaliese Watkinson (175, college: Mt.St.Mary's) who recorded 8 points and 6 rebounds and forward Molly Whitmore (188-2001, college: Azusa Pacific) added 7 points and 6 rebounds respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Tigers have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain second place with 9-3 record having seven points less than leader Wyndham D., which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Warriors keep the eighth position with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Southern T.: M.Yaeger 25+13reb+6ast, S.Bianca 11+2reb+2ast, M.Martin 11+4reb+3ast, B.Annelise 8+4reb, T.Dodman 8+8reb+3ast, B.Hernandez 7+5reb+1ast
Woodville W.: P.Chloe 9+1ast, A.Watkinson 8+6reb+1ast, A.Naomi 8+2reb+3ast, M.Whitmore 7+6reb+1ast, W.Emily 4+6reb+3ast, E.Joynes 4+7rebgschID: 1066894
Group NBL1 EastCanberra N. - Penrith P. 93-48
There was no surprise in Canberra where 13th ranked Panthers (3-11) were outplayed by tenth ranked Nationals (6-7) 93-48 on Saturday. Nationals forced 23 Panthers turnovers and outrebounded them 47-28 including a 19-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Panthers' players. The best player for the winners was forward Isabelle Bourne (188-2000, college: Nebraska) who scored 30 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Lizzy Tonks (173, college: CSUN) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Nationals players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Megan Jefferson (190, college: Hawaii) who recorded 15 points and forward Chloe Williams (190-2005, college: Tulsa) added 9 points respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Nationals have a solid series of three victories in a row. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with McKinnon C. and Townsville F. Panthers lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth position with 11 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Canberra N.: I.Bourne 30+8reb+1ast, L.Tonks 17+12reb+4ast, A.Solway 16+6reb+3ast, B.Dufelmeier 14+2reb+1ast, F.Alison 5+1ast, S.Mia 4+3reb+2ast
Penrith P.: M.Jefferson 15+4reb+1ast, C.Williams 9+4reb+2ast, P.Sienna 6+3reb+2ast, P.Tiana 5+2reb, B.Chloe 5+4reb+1ast, T.Georgia 3+4rebgschID: 1066406
Albury LB - BA CoE 71-74
Seventh-ranked Lady Bandits (7-7) gave a tough game to second ranked BA CoE (12-2) in Albury on Saturday. The visitors from Canberra managed to secure only three-point victory 74-71. However their fans expected much easier game. The best player for the winners was center Isla Juffermans (191-2005) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds. Power forward Jayda Clark (183-2005) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Mikayla Pivec (178-1997, college: Oregon St.) who recorded a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists and forward Malury Bates (190, agency: Shark Sports Management) added 17 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Four BA CoE and five Lady Bandits players scored in double figures. BA CoE have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain second place with 12-2 record having just two points less than leader Wyndham D., which they share with Newcastle F. Loser Lady Bandits dropped to the eighth position with seven games lost. They share it with Knox R.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: C.Jayda 16+8reb+2ast, J.Isla 14+13reb+1ast, G.Rubi 13+2reb, S.Lara 12+3reb+1ast, D.Bonnie 10+2reb+1ast, B.Opal 5+3reb
Albury LB: M.Bates 17+7reb, M.Pivec 17+11reb+6ast, M.Elizabeth 12+1reb+1ast, A.Hannan 11+5reb, E.Mahady 10+5reb+5ast, S.Mellington 4+5reb+1astgschID: 1066407
Cent.Coast C. - Manly Warr. SE 81-77
The most surprising game was a loss of top-ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (13-2) in Terrigal on Saturday night. Visitors were defeated by eleventh ranked Crusaders (5-10) 81-77. It ended at the same time the 12-game winning streak of Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. It was a great evening for center Nicole Hutchins (193, college: New Orleans) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 15 rebounds. Guard Darneka Rowe (174-1993) helped adding 22 points and 5 assists. Crusaders' coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was forward Kimberley Hodge (182-1998) with 27 points and 6 rebounds and forward Alex Delaney (183-1995, college: SFC) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Crusaders maintains eleventh place with 5-10 record. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles at the other side still keep top position with two games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Cent.Coast C.: D.Rowe 22+3reb+5ast, N.Hutchins 18+15reb, R.Maenpaa 13+2reb+1ast, J.Wittwer 10+1reb+1ast, J.Forcadilla 5+4reb+3ast, M.Penn 5+2reb+1ast
Manly Warr. SE: K.Hodge 27+6reb+2ast, A.Delaney 15+10reb+4ast, B.Delaney 13+6reb+3ast, M.Zoey 12+3reb+2ast, A.Henderson 4+10reb+1ast, H.Felicity 4+7reb+7astgschID: 1066408
Illawarra H. - Newcastle F. 49-70
No shocking result in a game in Wollongong where third ranked Falcons (12-2) outleveled 12th ranked Hawks (3-11) 70-49 on Saturday. Falcons held Hawks to an opponent 23.3 percent shooting from the field compared to 34.6 percent accuracy of the winners. Falcons forced 24 Hawks turnovers. The best player for the winners was swingman Abigail Curtin (185-1997, college: Denver) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds. American guard Nicole Munger (180-1997, college: Michigan) chipped in 5 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Four Falcons players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Ella Dent (170-2002) who recorded 14 points and 7 rebounds (went 12 for 12 at the free throw line !!!) and Courtney Jardine added 11 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Hawks' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Falcons moved-up to second place, which they share with BA CoE. Loser Hawks keep the twelfth position with 11 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Newcastle F.: A.Curtin 15+13reb, F.Emily 13+5reb, M.Gray 11+4reb+2ast, S.Kleeman 11+2reb+2ast, K.Kate 9+4reb+2ast, C.Hannah 6+4reb
Illawarra H.: D.Ella 14+7reb+2ast, J.Courtney 11+6reb, R.Abel 9+2reb+2ast, G.Lauren 4+2reb+1ast, M.Kirby 4+5reb, E.Garcia Leon 3+9reb+2astgschID: 1066409
Maitland M. - Bankstown B. 75-61
The game between closely ranked teams ended with 9th ranked Bruins' (6-8) road loss to eighth ranked Mustangs (8-6) 61-75 on Saturday. Mustangs forced 21 Bruins turnovers and outrebounded them 37-25 including a 29-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was forward Shakera Reilly (178-1999) who scored 18 points. American guard Sydney Hunter (183-1999, college: San Diego) chipped in 13 points and 5 rebounds. Mustangs' coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Kiahna Davis who recorded 13 points and 9 rebounds and American forward Britney Wright (178-1994, college: Alabama St.) added 11 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Four Bruins players scored in double figures. Mustangs moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Ringwood H. Bruins lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the tenth position with eight games lost. They share it with Sandringham S.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Maitland M.: R.Shakera 18+4reb+2ast, S.Hunter 13+5reb+3ast, W.Mila 12+4reb+1ast, W.Daila 10+1reb+2ast, M.Washington 9+7reb+2ast, H.Fox 6+7reb+3ast
Bankstown B.: D.Shalome 15+3reb+1ast, D.Kiahna 13+9reb+2ast, S.Jurnee-AMour 11+1reb+3ast, B.Wright 11+7reb+3ast, B.Maimone 4+1reb+2ast, T.Sienna 4+1reb+2astgschID: 1066410
Sutherland S. - Hornsby S. 106-61
Very predictable result in Sutherland where sixth ranked Sharks (9-5) smashed 16th ranked Spireds (1-14) 106-61 on Saturday. Sharks dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Spireds' 20. They outrebounded Spireds 56-42 including 17 on the offensive glass. Sharks looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Spireds' players. The best player for the winners was forward Madeleine Norris (188-1998) who scored 24 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. The former international guard Lauren Nicholson (183-1993, college: St.Mary's, CA) chipped in 24 points and 8 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 other side the best for losing team was swingman Kristina Moore (185-1999, college: Georgetown) who recorded 26 points and 8 rebounds and swingman Tylah Mundine (172-1999) added 11 points and 9 rebounds respectively. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Sharks. They maintain sixth place with 9-5 record. Loser Spireds keep the sixteenth position with 14 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sutherland S.: M.Norris 24+9reb+8ast, L.Nicholson 24+4reb+8ast, K.Hovatter 16+8reb+4ast, D.Jordyn 10+1reb, N.Gabriella 10+14reb, F.Aliza 9+5reb+4ast
Hornsby S.: K.Moore 26+8reb+2ast, T.Mundine 11+9reb+2ast, W.Mizuki 9+5reb+1ast, D.Franca Sabrina 6+8reb+2ast, B.Cara 6+7reb+1ast, A.Poto 3+4reb+2astgschID: 1066411
Hills H. - Norths B. 30-95
Not a big story in a game in Baulkham Hills where 15th ranked Hills Hornets (2-12) were rolled over by fourth ranked North Bears (11-2) 95-30 on Saturday. North Bears held Hills Hornets to an opponent 21.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 50.0 percent accuracy of the winners and made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. North Bears forced 23 Hills Hornets turnovers and outrebounded them 44-28 including a 36-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. North Bears looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Hills Hornets' players. The best player for the winners was swingman Emily Simons (178-1994, college: Pacific) who had a double-double by scoring 32 points and 10 rebounds (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!). Guard Madeleine OHehir (179-1997) chipped in 12 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Four North Bears players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Rhiannon Yetsenga who recorded 8 points and Britnee Sewell added 5 points respectively. Hills Hornets' coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for North Bears. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Sydney C. and Joondalup W. Hills Hornets lost their fourth game in a row. They keep the fifteenth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Casey C.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Norths B.: E.Simons 32+10reb+1ast, J.Anderson 14+6reb+5ast, P.Carla 13+7reb+5ast, M.O'Hehir 12+7reb+6ast, L.Walker 9+2ast, S.Schicher 8+11reb+5ast
Hills H.: Y.Rhiannon 8+4reb, S.Britnee 5+4reb+1ast, W.Strong 4+4reb, C.Taylah 4+1reb+1ast, D.Laura 3+1reb+2ast, Z.Burke 2+2reb+1astgschID: 1066412
Sydney C. - Inner WB 90-66
Everything went according to plan in Alexandria where fifth ranked Comets (11-2) outscored 14th ranked Bulls (3-11) 90-66 on Saturday. Comets dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Bulls' 32. Comets forced 23 Bulls turnovers. The best player for the winners was naturalized Greek point guard Vanessa Panousis (170-1995, college: Virginia Tech) who scored 34 points (!!!), 5 rebounds, 8 assists and 5 steals. Power forward Jada Crawshaw (184-2004) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 13 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Mikaela Dombkins (181-1986) who recorded a double-double by scoring 27 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international point guard Leilani Mitchell (165-1985, college: Utah) added 14 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists respectively. 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 fifth consecutive win for Comets. They keep a position of league leader, which they share with Norths B. and Joondalup W. Bulls lost their fifth game in a row. They dropped to the twelfth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sydney C.: V.Panousis 34+5reb+8ast, C.Jada 19+13reb, S.Heal 17+3reb+5ast, D.Toleafoa 5+3reb, K.Alexandra 5+7reb+2ast, A.Piper 4+2reb
Inner WB: M.Dombkins 27+12reb+4ast, L.Mitchell 14+6reb+7ast, M.Aimi 8+2reb+1ast, M.Peric 6+4reb, R.Naiobe 4+4reb+1ast, O.Abby 3+4rebgschID: 1066413
BA CoE - Newcastle F. 76-82
We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Canberra where second-best BA CoE (12-2) was defeated by third ranked Falcons (12-2) 82-76 on Sunday. Strangely BA CoE outrebounded Falcons 49-36 including 17 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was American guard Nicole Munger (180-1997, college: Michigan) who scored 33 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds. Her fellow American import guard Mykea Gray (163-1998, college: Miami, FL) chipped in 9 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 7 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was center Isla Juffermans (191-2005) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points, 19 rebounds and 5 assists and power forward Jayda Clark (183-2005) added 20 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Four BA CoE players scored in double figures. Falcons moved-up to second place, which they share with defeated BA CoE. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Newcastle F.: N.Munger 33+9reb+3ast, A.Curtin 16+6reb, F.Emily 12+2reb+1ast, M.Gray 9+8reb+8ast, C.Hannah 6+5reb+1ast, K.Kate 6+3reb+4ast
BA CoE: C.Jayda 20+6reb+2ast, J.Isla 20+19reb+5ast, S.Lara 11+5reb, S.Saffron 10+13reb+4ast, G.Rubi 8+2reb+2ast, D.Bonnie 5+2reb+1astgschID: 1066414
Group NBL1 NorthBrisbane C. - SW Metro P. 86-72
There was a small surprise in Brisbane where fifth ranked Capitals (7-4) won against 3rd placed Pirates (9-3) 86-72 on Friday. Capitals dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Pirates' 24 and made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. They outrebounded Pirates 41-26 including a 34-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Capitals looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Capitals made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was American forward Mia Loyd (181-1994, college: N.Dakota) who had a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!), 14 rebounds and 8 assists. Forward Stephanie Collins (196-1995, college: SMU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds. Capitals' coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international point guard Maddison Rocci (169-1998) who recorded 23 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and American Leah Scott (183-1993, college: Marshall) added 12 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. Four Pirates players scored in double figures. Capitals maintains fifth place with 7-4 record. Loser Pirates dropped to the second position with three games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Capitals' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Brisbane Roar.
Top scorers:
Brisbane C.: M.Loyd 33+14reb+8ast, S.Collins 21+11reb+3ast, A.Cameron 13+1reb, F.Hilary 7+2reb, T.King-Paul 6+5reb+1ast, L.Sarra 3+3reb+4ast
SW Metro P.: M.Rocci 23+5reb+6ast, T.Lulu 17+4reb, L.Scott 12+7reb+6ast, H.Young 12+6reb+1ast, P.Price 8+2reb+1ast, K.Page 0gschID: 1066557
Northside W. - Gold Coast R. 74-62
Very expected game in Taigum where 9th ranked Rollers (7-6) were defeated by leader Wizards (11-0) 74-62 on Friday. The best player for the winners was Amanda Johnson who had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Swingman Courtney Woods (183-1997, college: NIU) chipped in 26 points and 4 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Ariana Moorer (172-1991, college: Virginia) who recorded a double-double by scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds and guard Jasmine Hooper (177-1991) added 9 points respectively. Rollers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the eleventh consecutive win for Wizards. They maintain first place with 11-0 record. Loser Rollers dropped to the seventh position with six games lost. They share it with Nunawading S. and Diamond VE. Wizards will meet Rip City (#13) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Rollers will play against the league's second-placed Salties (#2) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Northside W.: C.Woods 26+4reb+4ast, J.Amanda 18+13reb+4ast, R.Haynes 8+5reb, G.Dale 7+6reb+3ast, O.Alice 6+5reb+3ast, D.Lil 6+8reb
Gold Coast R.: A.Moorer 31+10reb+1ast, J.Hooper 9+4reb+2ast, C.Drennan 8+5reb+2ast, C.Reese 8+7reb, P.Jade 4+6reb+2ast, B.Moyes 2+1reb+1astgschID: 1066558
Rockhampton C. - Logan T. 53-66
The game between closely ranked teams ended with fourth ranked Thunder's (9-4) road victory over 5th ranked Cyclones (6-4) 66-53 on Friday. The best player for the winners was forward Mikaela Ruef (191-1990, college: Stanford) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 22 rebounds and 5 assists. Mikhaela Cann chipped in 13 points and 6 assists. Four Thunder players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was center Lara McSpadden (193-1999) who recorded a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds and American center Samantha Bowman (188, college: CWU) added 11 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Thunder. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Geelong LS and Sherbrooke S. Loser Cyclones dropped to the eighth position with four games lost. Thunder will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Cyclones will play against Force (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Logan T.: M.Ruef 21+22reb+5ast, C.Mikhaela 13+4reb+6ast, A.Mackenzie 12+1reb, C.Paalvast 11+1reb+1ast, U.Motuga 7+7reb+3ast, H.Summah 2+4reb
Rockhampton C.: L.McSpadden 15+11reb+3ast, L.Heard 13+5reb+4ast, S.Bowman 11+10reb+5ast, R.Tori 7, E.Loader 4+4reb+2ast, J.Lorraway 3+2reb+1astgschID: 1066559
NGC Seahawks - RedCity R. 93-74
Not a big story in a game in Runaway Bay where bottom-ranked Roar (0-11) was rolled over by tenth ranked Seahawks (6-5) 93-74 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was American power forward Erin Riley (180, college: Keiser) who scored 36 points (!!!), 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Emma Gandini (172-1994) chipped in 26 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Donica Cosby (172-1988, college: Okla City) who recorded 26 points and 8 rebounds and guard Lilly Rotunno (170-2004) added 12 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. Four Roar players scored in double figures. Roar's coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Seahawks moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Cairns D. Roar lost their eleventh game in a row. They still close the standings with 11 games lost. They share the position with SW Slammers. Seahawks will meet at home league's second-placed Salties in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Roar will play against Pirates (#3) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
NGC Seahawks: E.Riley 36+9reb+4ast, E.Gandini 26+6reb+2ast, A.Held 13+11reb+9ast, R.Carly 8+4reb+1ast, B.Kennedy-Hopoate 6+8reb+1ast, J.Luki 2+1ast
RedCity R.: D.Cosby 26+8reb+2ast, C.Jaylen 18+7reb+1ast, R.Lilly 12+10reb+6ast, A.Beadle 10+9reb, P.Shorna 5+4reb+1ast, K.Donnelly 3+8reb+1astgschID: 1066560
SD Spartans - Ipswich F. 83-79
Everything went according to plan when seventh ranked Brisbane Spartans (7-5) beat at home 12th ranked Force (3-8) 83-79 on Saturday. However just four-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Brisbane Spartans looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Jessica McDowell-White (168-2000, college: USF) who scored 25 points and 7 assists. Swedish forward Elin Gustavsson (190-1993, college: Colorado St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Brisbane Spartans' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Alison Gorrell (178-1993, college: FAU) who recorded a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists and the other American import power forward Maria Blazejewski (185-1991, college: LSSU) added 20 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Four Force players scored in double figures. Brisbane Spartans moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams. Force lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the tenth position with eight games lost. They share it with Kalamunda ES. Brisbane Spartans will meet at home Rip City (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Force will play against Meteorettes in Mackay and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
SD Spartans: D.Alice 26+2reb, J.McDowell-White 25+1reb+7ast, E.Gustavsson 16+12reb+4ast, S.Walmsley 7+1ast, N.Taylor 6+7reb+5ast, E.Preston 3+7reb+2ast
Ipswich F.: A.Gorrell 25+10reb+6ast, M.Blazejewski 20+7reb+2ast, M.Essex 18+7reb+2ast, J.Howe 11+3reb, G.George 5+11reb+7ast, N.Gabrielle 0gschID: 1066561
USC Rip - Gold Coast R. 60-72
There was no surprise in Sippy Downs where 13th ranked Rip City (2-8) was defeated by ninth ranked Rollers (7-6) 72-60 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was American guard Ariana Moorer (172-1991, college: Virginia) who scored 24 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Her fellow American import forward Cate Reese (188, college: Arizona) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard NDea Flye (173-1998, college: Rocky Mountain) who recorded 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and Carlie Smith added 16 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Rip City's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Rollers moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Nunawading S. and Diamond VE. Rip City lost their seventh game in a row. They keep the thirteenth position with eight games lost. Rollers will meet at home league's second-placed Salties in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Rip City will play against Brisbane Spartans (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Gold Coast R.: A.Moorer 24+9reb+6ast, C.Reese 20+10reb+2ast, J.Hooper 8+1reb+1ast, P.Jade 6+4reb, C.Drennan 6+5reb+2ast, B.Moyes 6+1reb
USC Rip: N.Flye 16+7reb+5ast, C.Smith 16+9reb, S.Bairstow 14+5reb+2ast, M.Mullings 8+5reb+1ast, M.Campbell 4+4reb+2ast, Y.Miller 2+4rebgschID: 1066562
Mackay M. - Logan T. 61-69
No shocking result in a game in Mackay where fourth ranked Thunder (9-4) won against 14th ranked Meteorettes (2-10) 69-61 on Saturday. Thunder forced 20 Meteorettes turnovers and outrebounded them 45-34 including 34 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was forward Mikaela Ruef (191-1990, college: Stanford) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 24 rebounds. Mikhaela Cann chipped in 15 points and 7 assists. Four Thunder players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Davida Dale (180-1997, college: URI) who recorded a double-double by scoring 19 points, 6 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals and the other American import center Brittany Reeves (196, college: Mercer) added 16 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Meteorettes' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Thunder. They moved-up to third place, which they share with Geelong LS and Sherbrooke S. Meteorettes lost their sixth game in a row. They keep the fourteenth position with ten games lost. Thunder will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Meteorettes will play against Force (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Logan T.: M.Ruef 24+24reb+3ast, C.Mikhaela 15+2reb+7ast, U.Motuga 11+4reb, C.Paalvast 11+4reb+3ast, H.Summah 7+7reb, O.Isaac 1+4reb+3ast
Mackay M.: D.Dale 19+6reb+10ast, B.Reeves 16+9reb+1ast, H.Phoebe 9+3reb+2ast, B.Charli 7+1reb, B.Denesha 5+7reb+1ast, V.Wyk Nikita 3+2rebgschID: 1066563
SC Phoenix - Brisbane C. 61-72
Very expected game in Cotton Tree where 15th ranked Sunshine CP (1-9) was defeated by fifth ranked Capitals (7-4) 72-61 on Saturday. Capitals outrebounded Sunshine CP 46-31 including a 20-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American forward Mia Loyd (181-1994, college: N.Dakota) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds. New Zealand forward Anna Cameron (178, college: Nevada) chipped in 5 points and 13 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Alex Wittinger (185-1997, college: Illinois) who recorded a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds and the former international Kathleen Macleod (167-1986) added 14 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Capitals maintains fifth place with 7-4 record. Sunshine CP lost their seventh game in a row. They keep the fifteenth position with nine games lost. Capitals' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Brisbane Roar.
Top scorers:
Brisbane C.: M.Loyd 23+12reb, T.Stolberg 11+3reb+1ast, F.Hilary 8+2reb+1ast, T.King-Paul 8+6reb+2ast, S.Collins 6+6reb, A.Cameron 5+13reb+3ast
SC Phoenix: A.Wittinger 24+12reb, K.Macleod 14+7reb+9ast, A.Browne 9+4reb+3ast, C.Chloe 6+1ast, B.Emma 4+1reb+1ast, J.Carden-David 2+2rebgschID: 1066564
Darwin S. - Townsville F. 59-86
There was a surprise result in Darwin where eleventh ranked Flames (6-7) smashed second-best Salties (9-2) 86-59 on Saturday. Flames had a 38-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Stephanie Reid (168-1996, college: Buffalo) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists. Forward Alexandra Fowler (188-2001, college: Portland) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 18 rebounds. Four Flames players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Erin Bollmann (180-1994, college: SEMO) who recorded 24 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and center Skye Rees (190-1989, college: Arkansas) added 11 points and 7 rebounds respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Flames moved-up to fourth place, which they share with McKinnon C. and Canberra N. Loser Salties keep the second position with two games lost. Flames will meet at home Sunshine CP (#15) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Salties will play against Seahawks (#10) in Runaway Bay and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Townsville F.: S.Reid 26+6reb+10ast, K.Gaze 19+5reb+3ast, B.Indiah 15+6reb+3ast, A.Fowler 14+18reb+2ast, M.Carey 7+6reb+2ast, H.Carey 3
Darwin S.: E.Bollmann 24+9reb+6ast, S.Rees 11+7reb+1ast, C.Brook 10+4reb+3ast, R.Porter 4+3reb+2ast, C.MacGregor 3+4reb, S.Johnston 3+1reb+2astgschID: 1066565
Group NBL1 SouthHobart C. - Frankston B. 59-94
Not a big story in a game in Hobart where 14th ranked Chargers (5-9) were rolled over by fourth ranked Frankston Blues (10-4) 94-59 on Friday. Frankston Blues outrebounded Chargers 44-33 including 17 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Chloe Bibby (185-1998, college: Maryland) who scored 28 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Louise Brown (189-1995, college: Tennessee) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 19 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Paige Bradley (178-1994, college: Denver) who recorded 15 points and 4 assists and center Lauren Mills (190, college: Southeastern) added 12 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Chargers' coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Frankston Blues. They moved-up to third place. Chargers lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with Launceston T. and East Perth E.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: C.Bibby 28+7reb+1ast, L.Brown 16+19reb+1ast, T.Jackson 13+4reb, A.Chelsea 12+4reb+3ast, C.Wilkins 8+2reb+3ast, E.Batish 7+4reb+8ast
Hobart C.: S.O'Neill 16+3reb+1ast, P.Bradley 15+2reb+4ast, C.Coleman 12+1reb+2ast, L.Mills 12+8reb, A.Jasmine 2+2reb+1ast, B.Chloe 2+9reb+1astgschID: 1066741
Launceston T. - Ringwood H. 80-72
There was a small surprise in Launceston where twelfth ranked Tornadoes (5-9) beat 9th ranked Hawks (8-6) 80-72 on Friday. Tornadoes made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Tornadoes had a 34-23 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was guard Olivia West (168, college: UC Riverside) who scored 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. The former international forward Keely Froling (188-1996, college: SMU) chipped in 20 points and 7 rebounds. Four Tornadoes players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Ariel Jones who recorded 28 points and 4 assists and guard Marta Hermida (180-1997, college: Boise St.) added 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Hawks' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Tornadoes moved-up to ninth place, which they share with East Perth E. and Hobart C. Loser Hawks dropped to the seventh position with six games lost. They share it with Maitland M.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Launceston T.: O.West 20+6reb+4ast, K.Froling 20+7reb+2ast, R.Lupfer 15+7reb+1ast, S.Micah 12+6reb+3ast, K.Charli 6+3reb, C.Macey 5+6reb+4ast
Ringwood H.: J.Ariel 28+4reb+4ast, M.Hermida 24+6reb+4ast, F.Toni 8+8reb+2ast, S.Britten 8+2reb+1ast, H.Wynd 4+3reb, Z.Jenkins 0gschID: 1066742
Mt Gambier - Kilsyth LC 78-76
There was no surprise in Mt Gambier where 17th ranked Lady Cobras (4-10) were edged by third ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (9-3) 78-76 on Friday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Mount Gambier Pioneers made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was Canadian swingman Cassandra Brown (189-1992, college: Portland) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Guard Miela Goodchild (178-2000, college: Duke) chipped in 23 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Alisia Jenkins (186-1994, college: S.Florida) who recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points and 17 rebounds and Nikita Young added 21 points and 4 steals respectively. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Mount Gambier Pioneers. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Lady Cobras lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the sixteenth position with ten games lost. They share it with Keilor T.. Mount Gambier Pioneers will meet at home Diamond Valley Eagles (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Lady Cobras will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Mt Gambier: C.Brown 26+12reb+2ast, M.Goodchild 23+6reb+2ast, S.Calleia 12+5reb+3ast, R.Imogen 9+1reb+2ast, I.Brancatisano 5+7reb+4ast, H.Reinoehl 3+4reb
Kilsyth LC: A.Jenkins 22+17reb+2ast, Y.Nikita 21+4reb+2ast, B.Georgia 18+5reb+1ast, I.Lopes 9+1reb, A.Sutherland 2+2reb, A.Hart 2+4reb+2astgschID: 1066743
Geelong LS - Knox R. 82-47
No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Geelong Supercats (9-4) outleveled at home 8th ranked Knox Raiders (7-7) 82-47 on Saturday. Geelong Supercats forced 21 Knox Raiders turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Sarah Elsworthy (171-1998) who scored 22 points and 8 rebounds. Polish Agnieszka Skobel (180-1989) chipped in 15 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Geelong Supercats players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Alicia Froling (190-1996, college: SMU) who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points and 15 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and power forward Kiera Rowe (183-1999) added 11 points respectively. Knox Raiders' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Geelong Supercats moved-up to third place, which they share with Logan T. and Sherbrooke S. Knox Raiders lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the eighth position with seven games lost. They share it with Albury LB. Geelong Supercats will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Knox Raiders will play against Spectres (#8) in East Burwood and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Geelong LS: S.Elsworthy 22+8reb+2ast, E.Braslis 18+7reb+3ast, A.Skobel 15+8reb+6ast, C.Horvat 12+11reb+3ast, J.Scannell 11+2reb+5ast, E.Tofaeono 4+5reb
Knox R.: A.Froling 18+15reb, K.Rowe 11+4reb+2ast, R.Quirk 7+4reb+1ast, E.Fisher 6, L.Santomaggio 2+1reb+1ast, B.Aneta 2+1rebgschID: 1066744
Ballarat M. - Sandringham S. 51-74
Very expected game in Wendouree where 18th ranked Ballarat Miners (3-11) were crushed by thirteenth ranked Sabres (6-8) 74-51 on Saturday. Sabres dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Ballarat Miners' 24. They outrebounded Ballarat Miners 48-35 including 16 on the offensive glass. The best player for the winners was American guard Brittany Smart (177-1985, college: Cedarville) who scored 21 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Georgia Pineau (185-1997, college: Boston Coll.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 11 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Tayanna Jones (185-2000, college: Colorado) who recorded a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds and the former international guard Abigail Wehrung (177-1995) added 19 points respectively. Sabres moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Bankstown B. Loser Ballarat Miners dropped to the twelfth position with 11 games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Sabres will meet at home Tigers (#15) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Ballarat Miners will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: B.Smart 21+5reb+3ast, G.Pineau 11+10reb+5ast, I.Morgan 11+3reb+1ast, L.Natasha 10+5reb+1ast, W.Hannah 6, C.Ford 6+7reb+3ast
Ballarat M.: A.Wehrung 19+2reb+2ast, T.Jones 10+13reb+2ast, E.Karamovic 9+8reb+2ast, S.Milly 5+4reb+1ast, M.Mathews 4+2reb, K.Rinaldi 2+1astgschID: 1066745
Hobart C. - Ringwood H. 78-80
Very predictable result in Hobart where ninth ranked Hawks (8-6) edged 14th ranked Chargers (5-9) 80-78 on Saturday. Hawks looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Ariel Jones who scored 29 points and 5 rebounds. Toni Farnworth chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds. Hawks' coach allowed to play the deep bench players in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Cori Coleman (173-1993, college: CSU) who recorded 26 points and 7 rebounds and Sarah ONeill added 21 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Hawks moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Maitland M. Chargers lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with Launceston T. and East Perth E.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Ringwood H.: J.Ariel 29+5reb+1ast, F.Toni 14+12reb+2ast, H.Wynd 11+7reb+2ast, M.Hermida 9+1reb+7ast, J.Trotto 7+5reb+3ast, Z.Jenkins 6+1reb
Hobart C.: C.Coleman 26+7reb, S.O'Neill 21+6reb+2ast, P.Bradley 9+4reb+7ast, B.Zoe 8+3reb+2ast, B.Chloe 8+15reb+2ast, A.Jasmine 4+2reb+1astgschID: 1066746
Nunawading S. - Diamond VE 101-80
There was a minor upset in East Burwood where higher ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (7-6) were rolled over by eleventh ranked Spectres (7-6) 101-80 on Saturday. Spectres dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Diamond Valley Eagles' 34 and made 17-of-19 free shots (89.5 percent) during the game. Spectres had a 28-16 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international swingman Alice Kunek (185-1991, agency: LBM Management) who scored 29 points and 5 assists. Emma Pearce chipped in 22 points and 6 rebounds. Spectres' coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Kara Tessari (174-1999) who recorded 18 points and 6 assists and American power forward Jennie Rintala (188-1990, college: S.Dakota St.) added 12 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Five Spectres and four Diamond Valley Eagles players scored in double figures. Spectres moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Diamond VE and Gold Coast R. Spectres will meet at home Knox Raiders (#10) in the next round. Diamond Valley Eagles will play against Mount Gambier Pioneers in Mt Gambier and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Nunawading S.: A.Kunek 29+4reb+5ast, E.Pearce 22+6reb+3ast, D.Brookshire 16+9reb+1ast, R.Antoniadou 14+6reb+8ast, R.Brewster 11+6reb+4ast, W.Tayha 5+5reb
Diamond VE: K.Tessari 18+2reb+6ast, V.Ivana 15+1ast, J.Rintala 12+8reb+1ast, M.Andriuolo 12+6reb+1ast, B.Sophie 9+6reb+1ast, S.Byrnes 6+2reb+1astgschID: 1066747
Bendigo LB - Waverley F. 92-46
The game between closely ranked teams ended with leader Lady Braves' (14-0) home victory over second-best Falcons (11-3) 92-46 on Saturday. Lady Braves held Falcons to an opponent 21.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 46.9 percent accuracy of the winners. They outrebounded Falcons 55-35 including a 39-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was swingman Amy Atwell (183-1998, college: Hawaii) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 13 rebounds. Meg Mccarthy chipped in a double-double by scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). Five Lady Braves players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Maddi Utti who recorded 11 points and 5 rebounds and point guard Amelia Todhunter (169-1988) added 5 points and 7 rebounds respectively. 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 fourteenth consecutive win for Lady Braves. They maintain first place with 14-0 record. Loser Falcons keep the second position with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Bendigo LB: A.Atwell 26+13reb+1ast, M.Meg 25+12reb, K.Burton 12+5reb+2ast, M.Sexton 10+6reb+1ast, C.McLean 10+4reb+4ast, C.Erin 4+2reb
Waverley F.: U.Maddi 11+5reb+2ast, S.Locandro 6+2reb, R.Cole 6+1reb+4ast, A.Todhunter 5+7reb+3ast, G.Simon 5+1reb+1ast, M.Parsons 4+3rebgschID: 1066748
Eltham W. - Casey C. 81-67
There was no surprise in Eltham where 19th ranked Cavaliers (2-12) were defeated by seventh ranked Wildcats (8-5) 81-67 on Saturday. Wildcats dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Cavaliers' 40. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was center Rebecca Pizzey (190-1999) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds. American swingman Hailey Leidel (180-1997, college: UMass) chipped in 13 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Four Wildcats players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Rachel Bell (178, college: Vanderbilt) who recorded 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and Taylah Simmons (185-1997, college: Southeastern) added 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. The victory was the sixth consecutive win for Wildcats. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Perry Lakes H. Cavaliers lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the fifteenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Hills H.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: F.Louise 23+5reb, R.Pizzey 20+11reb+3ast, L.Scanlon 16+5reb+6ast, H.Leidel 13+9reb+8ast, T.Wynne 9+3reb+3ast, C.Armato 0+1ast
Casey C.: R.Bell 22+6reb+5ast, T.Simmons 21+7reb+4ast, T.Giliam 8+4reb+4ast, C.Cunningham 6+8reb, S.Blicavs 5+5reb, M.Hedge 3+1reb+7astgschID: 1066749
Keilor T. - Dandenong R. 83-72
There was a surprise result in Melbourne where sixteenth ranked Thunder (4-10) won against higher ranked Rangers (7-8) 83-72 on Saturday. They outrebounded Rangers 40-26 including 27 on the defensive glass. Thunder looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by Rangers' players. The best player for the winners was Japanese center Kadysha Umezawa (190-1998) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 15 rebounds. Japanese guard Ai Yamada (170-1995) chipped in 18 points and 7 assists. Four Thunder players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was center Nyadiew Puoch (189-2004) who recorded 32 points and American power forward Sarah Boothe (195-1990, college: Stanford) added 10 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Thunder maintains sixteenth place with 4-10 record, which they share with Kilsyth LC. Loser Rangers dropped to the eleventh position with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Keilor T.: L.Hollingsworth 20+1reb+6ast, A.Yamada 18+3reb+7ast, K.Umezawa 16+15reb+1ast, A.Clephane 12+6reb+2ast, S.Jaz 5+1reb+2ast, M.Puli 4+5reb+2ast
Dandenong R.: P.Nyadiew 32+3reb+1ast, S.Boothe 10+11reb+4ast, A.Smith 8+3reb+3ast, B.Whatman 8+4reb+3ast, T.Georgia 6+2reb, G.Holly 5gschID: 1066750
Launceston T. - Frankston B. 65-77
Very expected game in Launceston where 12th ranked Tornadoes (5-9) were defeated by fourth ranked Frankston Blues (10-4) 77-65 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was forward Chloe Bibby (185-1998, college: Maryland) who scored 35 points (!!!). Forward Louise Brown (189-1995, college: Tennessee) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 18 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Macey Crawford (178-2005) who recorded 13 points and 7 rebounds and swingman Micah Simpson (175-2002) added 14 points respectively. Four Tornadoes players scored in double figures. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Frankston Blues. They moved-up to third place. Loser Tornadoes dropped to the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with East Perth E. and Hobart C.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: C.Bibby 35+4reb+3ast, L.Brown 15+18reb+2ast, M.Cocks 15+5reb+4ast, E.Batish 6+2reb+6ast, C.Wilkins 4+1reb+1ast, A.Chelsea 2+3ast
Launceston T.: S.Micah 14+3reb+3ast, R.Lupfer 14+6reb, C.Macey 13+7reb+2ast, O.West 11+6reb, K.Charli 7+1reb+1ast, W.Taya 6+5reb+5astgschID: 1066751
Melbourne T. - Ballarat M. 68-75
There was a small surprise in Melbourne where eighteenth ranked Ballarat Miners (3-11) defeated 15th ranked Tigers (4-9) 75-68 on Sunday. Ballarat Miners dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Tigers' 26. The best player for the winners was Swedish forward Emma Karamovic (184-1996, college: Southeastern) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds. American guard Tayanna Jones (185-2000, college: Colorado) chipped in 15 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Hannah Giddey (188, college: ORU) who recorded a double-double by scoring 11 points, 15 rebounds and 4 assists and Lily Carmody (-2005) added 16 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Tigers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Ballarat Miners moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Tigers lost their third game in a row. They keep the fifteenth position with nine games lost. Ballarat Miners will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Tigers will play against Sabres (#12) in Cheltenham and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: E.Karamovic 19+12reb+3ast, T.Jones 15+8reb+3ast, A.Wehrung 12+3reb+5ast, K.Rinaldi 11+10reb+3ast, S.Milly 6+1ast, C.Annie 5+3reb+1ast
Melbourne T.: C.Lily 16+6reb, H.Tylah 16+2reb+2ast, S.Simons 11+1reb+2ast, H.Giddey 11+15reb+4ast, M.Peterson 6+7reb+2ast, J.Odom 5+5reb+2astgschID: 1066752
Bendigo LB - Casey C. 97-91
Not a big story in a game in Bendigo where 19th ranked Cavaliers (2-12) were defeated by leader Lady Braves (14-0) 97-91 on Sunday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Lady Braves outrebounded Cavaliers 45-32 including 16 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. The best player for the winners was Meg Mccarthy who had a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds. Swingman Amy Atwell (183-1998, college: Hawaii) chipped in 22 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Taylah Simmons (185-1997, college: Southeastern) who recorded a double-double by scoring 24 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists and guard Taylah Giliam (173-1999) added 31 points and 7 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the fourteenth consecutive win for Lady Braves. They maintain first place with 14-0 record. Cavaliers lost their fourth game in a row. They dropped to the fifteenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Hills H.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Bendigo LB: M.Meg 34+14reb+2ast, A.Atwell 22+9reb+1ast, C.McLean 16+4reb+9ast, K.Burton 11+8reb+3ast, K.Wilson 9+5reb+13ast, C.Erin 5
Casey C.: T.Giliam 31+1reb+7ast, T.Simmons 24+8reb+10ast, S.Blicavs 11+6reb+2ast, R.Bell 10+3reb+2ast, N.Asha 7+6reb+1ast, C.Cunningham 4+7reb+1astgschID: 1066753
Keilor T. - Geelong LS 66-77
Everything went according to plan in Melbourne where fifth ranked Geelong Supercats (9-4) beat 16th ranked Thunder (4-10) 77-66 on Sunday. Geelong Supercats forced 20 Thunder turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Chantel Horvat (185-1998, college: UCLA) who had a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds. Polish Agnieszka Skobel (180-1989) chipped in 22 points, 5 assists and 4 steals. Four Geelong Supercats players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Japanese guard Ai Yamada (170-1995) who recorded 24 points and 5 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and Japanese center Kadysha Umezawa (190-1998) added 15 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Geelong Supercats moved-up to third place, which they share with Logan T. and Sherbrooke S. Loser Thunder keeps the sixteenth position with ten games lost. They share it with Kilsyth LC. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Geelong LS: C.Horvat 29+10reb+1ast, A.Skobel 22+4reb+5ast, E.Braslis 11+1reb+1ast, S.Elsworthy 11+6reb+3ast, E.Tofaeono 4+6reb+5ast, D.Puga 0
Keilor T.: A.Yamada 24+1reb+5ast, K.Umezawa 15+10reb, A.Clephane 12+5reb+2ast, L.Hollingsworth 9+4reb+3ast, E.Kristjansdottir 4+8reb+1ast, B.Macey 2+4reb+3astgschID: 1066754
Waverley F. - Kilsyth LC 69-71
There was an upset in Mount Waverley where second-best Falcons (11-3) were edged by seventeenth ranked Lady Cobras (4-10) 71-69 on Sunday. Lady Cobras dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Falcons' 24. The best player for the winners was American forward Alisia Jenkins (186-1994, college: S.Florida) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points, 21 rebounds and 4 assists. Swingman Georgia Booth (174-2003) chipped in 19 points. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Rebecca Cole (178-1992) who recorded 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Renae Mokrzycki (183-1994, college: Idaho) added 11 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Four Falcons players scored in double figures. Lady Cobras moved-up to sixteenth place, which they share with Keilor T. Loser Falcons keep the second position with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Kilsyth LC: A.Jenkins 26+21reb+4ast, B.Georgia 19+3reb, I.Lopes 12+5reb+2ast, Y.Nikita 8+4reb+5ast, A.Sutherland 4+4reb, M.Georgia 2+3reb
Waverley F.: R.Cole 24+5reb+4ast, R.Mokrzycki 11+10reb+3ast, C.Ernst 11+7reb+3ast, S.Locandro 11+3reb, U.Maddi 7+6reb+4ast, A.Todhunter 5+4reb+1astgschID: 1066755
Group NBL1 WestEast Perth E. - Lakeside L. 77-83
There was a small surprise in Morley where ninth ranked Lightning (5-8) won against 7th ranked Eagles (5-9) 83-77 on Friday. Lightning made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Eagles turnovers. The best player for the winners was American forward Laci Hawthorne (183-1999, college: Utah St.) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points and 13 rebounds. Her fellow American import guard Kylee Smith (180-1994, college: Belmont) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Worth to mention Smith played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. At the other side the best for losing team was Polish point guard Sylwia Bujniak (170-1996) who recorded 28 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and Sarah Allen added 23 points respectively. Four Eagles players scored in double figures. Lightning moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Pakenham W. Loser Eagles dropped to the ninth position with nine games lost. They share it with Launceston T. and Hobart C.. Lightning will meet at home higher ranked Tigers (#3) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Eagles will play against Senators (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Lakeside L.: L.Hawthorne 22+13reb+1ast, C.Jones 17+6reb+4ast, K.Smith 16+10reb+4ast, T.Priestly 10+1reb+2ast, R.Benn 9+4reb+1ast, G.Jade 9+7reb
East Perth E.: S.Bujniak 28+6reb+6ast, A.Sarah 23+2reb+1ast, M.Allen 10+12reb+1ast, M.Torresin 10+10reb+4ast, T.Morrison 4+1reb+3ast, S.Hannah 2+3reb+1astgschID: 1066995
Joondalup W. - Perry Lakes H. 75-73
Important game to mention about took place in Joondalup. First ranked Wanneroo (11-2) saved a 2-point victory at home edging 5th ranked Hawks (8-5) 75-73 on Friday evening. Wanneroo had a 29-18 advantage in offensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for forward Teige Morrell who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 22 rebounds. American guard Robbi Ryan (175-1997, college: Arizona St.) accounted for 27 points and 5 assists for the winning side. Forward Emma Clarke (186-2000, college: Colorado) came up with 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and power forward Ashleigh Isenbarger (188-1997) added 9 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Hawks in the defeat. Wanneroo maintains first place with 11-2 record, which they share with Sydney C. and Norths B. Hawks at the other side dropped to the sixth position with five games lost. They share it with Eltham W.. Wanneroo will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Hawks will play at home against Redbacks (#12) and hope to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Joondalup W.: R.Ryan 27+4reb+5ast, M.Teige 24+22reb+2ast, I.Miotti 11+6reb+3ast, C.Belcher 8+3reb+1ast, T.Ucich 2+1reb+3ast, A.Lual 2+1reb
Perry Lakes H.: E.Clarke 22+8reb+5ast, N.Gilday 21+2reb, A.Samantha 10+3reb+4ast, A.Isenbarger 9+12reb+4ast, M.Dennis 6+2reb+1ast, M.Millicent 3+1astgschID: 1066996
Kalamunda ES - Willetton T. 84-103
Very expected game in Kalamunda where 10th ranked Suns (3-8) were crushed by fourth ranked Tigers (9-3) 103-84 on Friday. Tigers outrebounded Suns 61-24 including a 29-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Tigers made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was the former international swingman Alexandra Sharp (182-1997, college: Wake Forest) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points and 16 rebounds. Bosnian Melisa Brcaninovic (193-1999) chipped in a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Natalie Chou (185-1997, college: UCLA) who recorded 24 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and the other American import guard Makailah Dyer (175-1994, college: N.Dakota) added 18 points and 5 assists respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Tigers. They moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Suns lost their seventh game in a row. They keep the tenth position with eight games lost. They share it with Ipswich F.. Tigers will meet Lightning (#8) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Suns will play against Flames and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Willetton T.: M.Brcaninovic 29+10reb+2ast, A.Sharp 23+16reb+3ast, F.Grace 14+2reb+3ast, A.Jacobs 13+14reb+2ast, J.Jakens 9+5reb+1ast, W.Kiara 7+4reb
Kalamunda ES: N.Chou 24+5reb+5ast, S.Roscoe 19+6reb, M.Dyer 18+3reb+5ast, E.Fisher 5+2reb+1ast, F.Jaymee 5+1reb, F.Aisha 4+2reb+1astgschID: 1066997
Mandurah M. - Rockingham F. 58-83
There was a small surprise in Mandurah where sixth ranked Flames (8-3) smashed 3rd placed Magic (8-3) 83-58 on Friday. The best player for the winners was German center Lisa Koop (197-1985, college: Winthrop) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds. American forward Mehryn Kraker (183-1994, college: Green Bay) chipped in 17 points and 6 assists. Five Flames players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American-American Samoan power forward Sarah Toeaina (185-1996, college: Hawaii) who recorded 23 points and 6 rebounds and forward Hannah Hank (188, college: Clemson) added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively. 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 eighth consecutive win for Flames. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Mandurah M. Flames will meet Suns (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Magic will play against Giants (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: M.Kraker 17+4reb+6ast, T.Burrows 15+1reb+3ast, L.Koop 14+11reb+3ast, C.Samuels 11+3reb+1ast, T.Evans 11+2reb, D.Pania 7+3reb
Mandurah M.: S.Toeaina 23+6reb, H.Hank 12+5reb+3ast, T.Gabriella 9+1reb+1ast, S.Richards 4+1reb+1ast, C.Boag 4+6reb+4ast, R.Halleen 2+1astgschID: 1066998
Warwick S. - Perth R. 87-58
Not a big story in a game in Perth where 12th ranked Redbacks (1-10) were rolled over by eighth ranked Senators (5-5) 87-58 on Friday. The best player for the winners was guard Stacey Barr (173-1992, college: Idaho) who scored 51 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds. Forward Mackenzie Clinch-Hoycard (191-1998, college: Hawaii) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international power forward Lauren Scherf (196-1996) who recorded a double-double by scoring 15 points and 12 rebounds and forward Brooke Malone (185-2003, college: Idaho) added 12 points respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Senators moved-up to seventh place. Redbacks lost their fifth game in a row. They keep the twelfth position with ten games lost. Senators will meet at home league's second-placed Cougars in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Redbacks will play against Hawks (#6) in Floreat and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Warwick S.: S.Barr 51+8reb+1ast, F.Chloe 13+3reb+2ast, M.Clinch-Hoycard 12+13reb+9ast, K.Murphy 6+9reb+3ast, W.Kyana 3+1reb, N.Burton 2+2reb+1ast
Perth R.: L.Scherf 15+12reb+1ast, B.Malone 12+4reb+2ast, R.Thompson 12+1ast, A.Payne 6+6reb+1ast, B.Bailey 5+1ast, M.Pirini 3+3reb+5astgschID: 1066999
Goldfields G. - Cockburn C. 76-94
Everything went according to plan in Kalgoorlie where leader Cougars (10-0) beat 10th ranked Giants (3-9) 94-76 on Saturday. Cougars looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was center Jessie Edwards (193-1995, college: Minnesota) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Jewel Williams (168-2001) chipped in 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Cougars' coach Tyrone Thwaites used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international forward Darcee Garbin (188-1994) who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists and Kiriana Hawaikirangi added 20 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Four Giants players scored in double figures. The victory was the tenth consecutive win for Cougars. They maintain second place with 10-0 record having 4 victories less than leader Wyndham D. Loser Giants dropped to the sixth position with nine games lost. They share it with Hume City B.. Cougars will meet Senators (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Giants will play against Magic in Mandurah and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Cockburn C.: J.Edwards 24+12reb+4ast, J.Williams 24+6reb+4ast, S.Mortensen 15+9reb+5ast, C.Amelia 9+1reb+1ast, W.Kirsty 5+4reb, S.Gorman 5+2reb+3ast
Goldfields G.: R.Turnour-McCarty 21+4reb+3ast, H.Kiriana 20+6reb+2ast, D.Garbin 18+10reb+7ast, B.Aimee 10+7reb+4ast, Z.Chloe 5+3reb, A.Sidebottom 2+4reb+2astgschID: 1067000
Rockingham F. - SW Slammers 109-44
There was no surprise in Rockingham where bottom-ranked Slammers (0-11) were outplayed by sixth ranked Flames (8-3) 109-44 on Saturday. Flames held Slammers to an opponent 22.7 percent shooting from the field compared to 44.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Flames forced 29 Slammers turnovers and outrebounded them 67-33 including a 27-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Slammers' players. The best player for the winners was guard Casey Samuels (182-1994) who scored 20 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. American forward Mehryn Kraker (183-1994, college: Green Bay) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists. Four Flames players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Alexis Donovan who recorded 10 points and 7 rebounds and Bree Chalk added 13 points respectively. 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 eighth consecutive win for Flames. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Mandurah M. Slammers lost their eleventh game in a row. They still close the standings with 11 games lost. They share the position with RedCity R.. Flames will meet Suns (#10) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Slammers will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: C.Samuels 20+8reb+5ast, O.Mader 18+5reb+1ast, M.Kraker 12+5reb+11ast, D.Pania 12+8reb+2ast, C.Boag 10+3reb+2ast, N.Chloe 10+2reb+1ast
SW Slammers: C.Bree 13+2reb+1ast, D.Alexis 10+7reb+3ast, A.Grace 9+3reb, K.Williams 5+4reb+4ast, F.Javene 4+3reb, B.Jasmine 2+4reb+1astgschID: 1067001
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