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Top ranked Hunters (8-2) recorded its second loss in Maitland on Saturday night. Visitors were rolled over by seventh ranked Mustangs (6-6) 93-71. The best player for the winners was swingman Will Cranston-Lown (185, college: Regis Univ.) who scored 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. New Zealand center James Hunter (208-1991, college: S.Dakota) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Myles Cherry (203-1998, college: Lafayette) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 18 rebounds for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Mustangs maintains seventh position in League with 6-6 record. Hunters at the other side still keep top place with two games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Another exciting game was played in Park Holme between fifth ranked Norwood Flames and one of their biggest challengers South Adelaide Panthers where Norwood Flames (7-3) beat South Adelaide Panthers (6-4) on the road 85-72. American forward Walter McBride (195-1974, college: Xavier) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points and 4 assists. Cameron Huefner contributed with 16 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. American guard Jeremy Smith (190-1991, college: Nicholls St.) replied with 26 points for South Adelaide Panthers. Norwood Flames moved-up to fourth place in League. South Adelaide Panthers at the other side dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Seventh-ranked Steelers (2-10) made lots of trouble for fourth ranked Hume City Broncos (8-6) in Tullamarine on Saturday. Hume City Broncos managed to secure only two-point victory 94-92. However their fans expected easier game. Christopher Elder scored 20 points and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners. Troyce Manassa responded with a double-double by scoring 32 points, 14 rebounds and 8 assists. Hume City Broncos maintains fourth position in League with 8-6 record. Loser Steelers keep the seventh place with ten games lost. Hume City Broncos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Steelers will play against Vikings (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

Rest of the games of round 26 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
In League McKinnon C. defeated Camberwell in a road game 98-82. Winless Chelsea G. was smashed by Sunbury J. at home 77-108. Wyndham D. destroyed Blackburn V. on the opponent's court 103-67. Southern T. was outscored by Forestville E. in a home game 74-110. Sturt S. managed to beat Eastern M. on the road 99-86. Woodville W. crushed N.Adelaide R. on its own court 108-71. W.Adelaide B. was smashed by C.District L. in Gawler 87-60. Canberra G. lost to Norths Bears at home 82-86. Cent.Coast C. managed to outperform Manly Warr. on the opponent's court 81-69. Inner WB rolled over Illawarra H. 2 in a home game 97-77. Bankstown B. was defeated by Albury W.B. on the road 80-69. Hills H. was beaten by Sutherland S. on its own court 72-74. NGC Seahawks won against Logan T. in Runaway Bay 95-78. Mackay M. managed to outperform Townsville H. at home 82-74. Winless SD Spartans was rolled over Brisbane C. on the opponent's court 102-77. Ipswich F. were defeated by Northside W. in a home game 79-87. Townsville H. beat Rockhampton on the road 81-76. SW Metro P. won against NGC Seahawks on its own court 90-89. RedCity R. unfortunately lost to Gold Coast R. in a road game 73-86. Bendigo B. rolled over Dandenong R. at home 104-61. Sandringham S. defeated Casey C. on the opponent's court 94-89. Frankston B. smashed NW Tasmania in a home game 91-59. Diamond V.E. lost to Knox R. on the road 84-89. Nunawading S. was outscored by Waverley F. on its own court 66-92. Hobart C. managed to beat Ballarat M. in a road game 82-75. Ringwood H. crushed Keilor T. at home 88-53. Kilsyth C. was beaten by Mt Gambier on the opponent's court 97-79. Joondalup W. won against Perth R. in a home game 96-91. Cockburn C. managed to outperform Mandurah M. on the road 105-99. SW Slammers recorded a loss to Joondalup W. on its own court 84-99. East Perth E. were crushed by Warwick S. in Perth 93-73. Goldfields G. smashed Perry Lakes H. at home 100-78. Mandurah M. destroyed Lakeside L. on the opponent's court 106-75. Eastern Suns was outscored by Rockingham F. in a home game 75-108. Willetton T. were rolled over Geraldton B. on the road 102-77.
The best stats of 26th round was 18 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals by Kavione Green of Wyndham D..

Group Big V

Hume City B. - Western Port 94-92

Seventh-ranked Steelers (2-10) made lots of trouble for fourth ranked Hume City Broncos (8-6) in Tullamarine on Saturday. Hume City Broncos managed to secure only two-point victory 94-92. However their fans expected easier game. Hume City Broncos forced 20 Steelers turnovers. American point guard Christopher Elder (180-1989, college: St.Francis, IL, agency: Hamriding Sports Management) scored 20 points and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Bul Niop (196, college: Dyersburg St.) chipped in 24 points during the contest. Elder is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Hume City Broncos players scored in double figures. American guard Troyce Manassa (193-1993, college: SSU, agency: Hamriding Sports Management) responded with a double-double by scoring 32 points, 14 rebounds and 8 assists and his fellow American import forward Naaman Hightower (201-1994, college: Sonoma St., agency: Hamriding Sports Management) scored 25 points and 7 rebounds. Hume City Broncos maintains fourth position in League with 8-6 record. Loser Steelers keep the seventh place with ten games lost. Hume City Broncos will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Steelers will play against Vikings (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Hume City B.: B.Niop 24+4reb, C.Elder 20+3reb+6ast, D.Orso Anthony 16+3reb, M.Viitala 13+3reb+3ast, M.Puondak 9+6reb+2ast, S.Prendergast 6+1reb
Western Port: T.Manassa 32+14reb+8ast, N.Hightower 25+7reb+2ast, J.Gaze 14+12reb+3ast, D.Corletto 7+2reb+6ast, M.Matthew 6+2reb+1ast, E.Brodie 5+1ast

Camberwell - McKinnon C. 82-98

There was no surprise in Melbourne where 5th ranked Camberwell (6-8) was defeated by third ranked Cougars (8-4) 98-82 on Saturday. Cougars made 23-of-30 free shots (76.7 percent) during the game. Cougars outrebounded Camberwell 46-35 including a 35-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. American guard Nathan Davis (193-1998, college: Seton Hill) scored 40 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import guard Sharif Black (185-1996, college: Bemidji St., agency: Hamriding Sports Management) chipped in 20 points and 13 rebounds during the contest. Brendan Trewella responded with 24 points and 6 rebounds and guard Luke Shelley (188-1991, college: KWC) scored 21 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cougars maintains third position in League with 8-4 record behind leader Mackay M. Loser Camberwell keeps the fifth place with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
McKinnon C.: N.Davis 40+5reb+2ast, S.Black 20+13reb+1ast, J.Malvaso 14+1reb, L.Peynenborg 8+2reb+1ast, N.Laycock 7+5reb, J.Vandenberg 4+8reb+1ast
Camberwell: B.Trewella 24+6reb+2ast, L.Shelley 21+4reb+2ast, G.James 12+1reb, M.Jay 6+7reb+1ast, Z.Matt 6+6reb, O.Mein 6+4reb

Chelsea G. - Sunbury J. 77-108

No shocking result in a game in Melbourne where first ranked Jets (13-1) smashed bottom-ranked Gulls (0-12) 108-77 on Saturday. Jets dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Gulls' 40. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American guard Ishmael Sanders (188, college: C-N) scored 33 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 4 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import forward Gerald Blackshear (205-1997, college: Detroit) chipped in 19 points and 17 rebounds during the contest. Four Jets players scored in double figures. Jets' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Aaron Frost (206, college: Dawson CC) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds and point guard Kirk Smith (178) scored 25 points. Jets maintains first position in League with 13-1 record. Loser Gulls still closes the standings with 12 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sunbury J.: I.Sanders 33+5reb+4ast, M.Barkeley 20+1reb+5ast, G.Blackshear 19+17reb+1ast, M.Berezdecky 11+2reb+2ast, J.Weston 8+1reb+1ast, V.Gene 6+4reb+1ast
Chelsea G.: K.Smith 25+3ast, A.Frost 17+13reb+1ast, J.Watt 12+4reb+1ast, C.Pratt 8+6reb+4ast, K.Tito 4+3reb+1ast, N.Blake 4+9reb+2ast

Blackburn V. - Wyndham D. 67-103

Very expected game in Melbourne where 6th ranked Vikings (4-9) were rolled over by second ranked Devils (11-2) 103-67 on Saturday. Devils made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Vikings turnovers. American forward Kavione Green (195, college: Bloomfield) scored 18 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and guard Keenan Gorski (193, college: Queens, NY) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. American forward DMonte Evans (190, college: Bluefield) responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds and Edward Bourke scored 11 points and 9 rebounds. Five Devils and four Vikings players scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Devils maintains second position in League with 11-2 record having just three point less than leader Mackay M. Loser Vikings keep the sixth place with nine games lost. Devils will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Vikings will play against Steelers (#7) in Western Port and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Wyndham D.: K.Green 18+9reb+4ast, K.Gorski 17+8reb+3ast, M.Ayol 17+6reb+2ast, M.Howard 15+3reb, A.Dolny 13+2reb+1ast, N.Joshua 13+1reb+3ast
Blackburn V.: D.Evans 19+7reb+2ast, B.Edward 11+9reb+3ast, D.Agoth 10+4reb+1ast, Z.Michael 10+3reb, D.Ryburn 5+1reb+1ast, D.Brito 4+1reb+1ast

Group Central

Southern T. - Forestville E. 74-110

Very predictable result in Morphett Vale where second ranked Forestville Eagles (8-3) outscored 8th ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (2-8) 110-74 on Saturday. Forestville Eagles dominated down low during the game scoring 70 of its points in the paint compared to Noarlunga City Southern Tigers' 48. Forestville Eagles forced 21 Noarlunga City Southern Tigers turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Daniel Johnson scored 34 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Jack Purchase (203-1995, college: Hawaii) chipped in 17 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Machar Machar responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds and American forward Ricardo Martin (203-1992, college: Lander) scored 15 points and 9 rebounds. Five Noarlunga City Southern Tigers players scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forestville Eagles maintains second position in League with 8-3 record behind leader Mackay M. Loser Noarlunga City Southern Tigers keep the eighth place with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Forestville E.: J.Daniel 34+9reb+2ast, J.Purchase 17+9reb+5ast, G.Mays 16+7reb+3ast, A.Doyle 9+1reb+9ast, B.Brine 8+3reb+3ast, M.Machar 8+3reb+1ast
Southern T.: M.Machar 19+11reb+2ast, R.Martin 15+9reb+3ast, O.Lachlan 15+4reb+2ast, S.Curtis 14+4reb+3ast, D.Vionte 10+3reb+2ast, T.Matthew 1+2reb+2ast

Eastern M. - Sturt S. 86-99

Not a big story in a game in Mt. Barker where 10th ranked Eastern Mavericks (1-9) were defeated by third ranked Sturt Sabres (7-3) 99-86 on Saturday. Sturt Sabres forced 21 Eastern Mavericks turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Canadian Devin Haygood (203-1996, college: NC A&T) scored 25 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Jacob Rigoni (198-1998, college: Quinnipiac) chipped in 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Four Sturt Sabres players scored in double figures. Sturt Sabres' coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard James Legan (190-1987, college: ECU) responded with 29 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized Greek center Ioannis Dimakopoulos (218-1994, college: UC Irvine) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. Sturt Sabres maintains third position in League with 7-3 record having 2 victories less than leader Mackay M. Loser Eastern Mavericks keep the tenth place with nine games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sturt S.: D.Haygood 25+6reb+1ast, J.Rigoni 20+6reb+5ast, D.Nash 16+5reb+2ast, S.Daly 16+5reb+6ast, J.Turnbull 8+1reb+5ast, J.Spear 7+5reb+6ast
Eastern M.: J.Legan 29+7reb, I.Dimakopoulos 17+12reb+4ast, K.McCalop 15+9reb+3ast, C.Tom 8+7reb+1ast, C.Prider 8+5reb+3ast, M.Stock 6+2reb+1ast

Woodville W. - N.Adelaide R. 108-71

Everything went according to plan in Flinders Park where first ranked Woodville Warriors (9-1) outleveled 6th ranked North Adelaide Rockets (6-5) 108-71 on Saturday. Woodville Warriors dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to North Adelaide Rockets' 36. Woodville Warriors forced 20 North Adelaide Rockets turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Woodville Warriors made 7 blocks. American guard Jawan Stepney (192-1995, college: CWU) scored 25 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and swingman David Humphries (193-1991, college: LMU) chipped in 21 points during the contest. Stepney is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top summer league for players who want to play basketball overseas. American swingman Terry Winn III (201-1995, college: UTRGV) responded with a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and Apiok Dau produced a double-double by scoring 14 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Woodville Warriors and four North Adelaide Rockets players scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Woodville Warriors maintains first position in League with 9-1 record. Loser North Adelaide Rockets keep the sixth place with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Woodville W.: J.Stepney 25+8reb+6ast, D.Humphries 21+4reb+2ast, N.Wurm 15+1reb+3ast, J.Jackson 10+8reb+4ast, J.Boonstoppel 10+4reb+4ast, D.McGee 10+7reb
N.Adelaide R.: T.Winn III 19+11reb+4ast, D.Apiok 14+13reb+4ast, M.Dylan 13+1ast, H.Riley 10+2reb+2ast, P.Steven 6+3reb+2ast, L.Nicholas 4+6reb

S.Adelaide P. - Norwood F. 72-85

Another exciting game was played in Park Holme between fifth ranked Norwood Flames and one of their biggest challengers South Adelaide Panthers where Norwood Flames (7-3) beat South Adelaide Panthers (6-4) on the road 85-72. Norwood Flames outrebounded South Adelaide Panthers 40-29 including 30 on the defensive glass. American forward Walter McBride (195-1974, college: Xavier) orchestrated the victory by scoring 24 points and 4 assists. Forward Cameron Huefner (201-2001, college: Pitt St.) contributed with 16 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Five Norwood Flames players scored in double figures. American guard Jeremy Smith (190-1991, college: Nicholls St.) replied with 26 points and his fellow American import forward Alexander Starling (198-1989, college: BCU) added 13 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for South Adelaide Panthers. Norwood Flames moved-up to fourth place in League. South Adelaide Panthers at the other side dropped to the fifth position with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Norwood F.: W.McBride 24+3reb+4ast, M.Lycett 17+5reb+3ast, C.Huefner 16+6reb+3ast, A.Green 12+9reb, D.Webber 10+8reb+3ast, B.Luca 6+4reb+1ast
S.Adelaide P.: J.Smith 26+4reb+3ast, A.Barton 14+3reb, A.Starling 13+8reb+2ast, J.Hoppo 7+5reb+4ast, T.Davies 5+3reb+1ast, C.Ellison 3+4reb+1ast

C.District L. - W.Adelaide B. 87-60

There was a minor upset in Gawler where 7th ranked West Adelaide Bearcats (3-7) were crushed by ninth ranked Central District Lions (2-8) 87-60 on Saturday. Central District Lions forced 23 West Adelaide Bearcats turnovers and outrebounded them 48-33 including 37 on the defensive glass. American point guard Bijan Johnson (183-1997, college: NM Military) scored 24 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import swingman Branden Jenkins (196-1994, college: TxWes) chipped in 21 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Worth to mention Jenkins played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. Nikolas Desantis responded with 17 points (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line) and American guard Nate Sheppard (198, college: Malone) scored 13 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Central District Lions maintains ninth position in League with 2-8 record. Loser West Adelaide Bearcats keep the seventh place with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
C.District L.: B.Johnson 24+7reb+6ast, B.Jenkins 21+8reb, K.Nathaniel 13+7reb+1ast, K.Sapwell 8+4reb+3ast, M.Manyang 8+9reb+1ast, T.Dowdell 6+6reb
W.Adelaide B.: N.Desantis 17+3reb+3ast, N.Sheppard 13+3reb+2ast, L.Cadzow 9+4reb, A.Spadavecchia 6+4reb+6ast, P.Ciganovic 3+4reb+1ast, L.Valk 3+2reb

Group East

Canberra G. - Norths Bears 82-86

There was a surprise result when tenth ranked Norths Soul Sports Bears (5-6) defeated on the road second-ranked Canberra Gunners (8-4) 86-82 on Saturday. Norths Soul Sports Bears looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Point guard Brennan Rymer (183, college: Azusa Pacific) had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 9 rebounds and 10 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Ignatius Mitchell (185-2003) chipped in 22 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Four Norths Soul Sports Bears players scored in double figures. Center Glenn Morison (208, college: St.Edward's) responded with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 15 rebounds and William Mayfield scored 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Canberra Gunners' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Norths Soul Sports Bears moved-up to eighth place in League. Loser Canberra Gunners keep the second position with four games lost. Norths Soul Sports Bears will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Canberra Gunners will play against Bankstown Bruins and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Norths Bears: B.Rymer 23+9reb+10ast, M.Ignatius 22+9reb+1ast, P.Sanders 15+8reb+4ast, B.Anatoly 10+8reb+3ast, B.Fakira 7+5reb, F.Brandon 6+1reb
Canberra G.: G.Morison 22+15reb, M.William 21+7reb+6ast, J.Toohey 16+4reb+7ast, A.Akech 8+9reb+2ast, M.Shaun 7+4reb+2ast, M.Cooper 3+1reb+1ast

Manly Warr. - Cent.Coast C. 69-81

There was a minor upset in Narrabeen where 9th ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (5-8) were defeated by eleventh ranked Crusaders (5-7) 81-69 on Saturday. Crusaders dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Manly Warringah Sea Eagles' 28. Crusaders forced 21 Manly Warringah Sea Eagles turnovers. Forward James Trustum (192) had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Oliver Robilliard (188) chipped in 12 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Crusaders players scored in double figures. Crusaders' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Naturalized American guard Indiana Faithfull (193-1991, college: West Liberty) responded with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and Kyle Painter scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. Crusaders moved-up to ninth place in League. Loser Manly Warringah Sea Eagles 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:
Cent.Coast C.: J.Trustum 26+11reb+1ast, C.Jenkins 13+4reb+1ast, W.Nicholas 12+4reb, O.Robilliard 12+7reb+3ast, J.Cracknell 8+4reb+3ast, C.Luke 8+6reb+1ast
Manly Warr.: I.Faithfull 24+5reb+6ast, K.Painter 13+5reb, D.Pitcher 10+4reb+1ast, W.Matthew 9+3reb+3ast, Z.Kimball 8+2reb+1ast, K.Richmond 2+4reb+1ast

Inner WB - Illawarra H. 2 97-77

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Inner West where fourth ranked Bulls (7-4) outscored 3rd ranked Hawks (7-5) 97-77 on Saturday. Bulls forced 20 Hawks turnovers and outrebounded them 48-35 including 18 on the offensive glass. Christian Maran had a double-double by scoring 11 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and naturalized South Sudanese forward Chier Maker (203-1995, college: Idaho St.) chipped in 17 points during the contest. Four Bulls players scored in double figures. Forward Harry Morris (198-2002) responded with 15 points and 7 rebounds and power forward Fletcher Macdonald (203-2003) scored 14 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bulls moved-up to third place in League. Loser Hawks dropped to the fifth position with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Inner WB: C.Maker 17+3reb+3ast, C.Adup 16+2reb, J.Crnogorac 11+8reb+1ast, M.Christian 11+13reb+1ast, H.Alex 11+8reb+1ast, B.Kaylan 10+4reb+2ast
Illawarra H. 2: L.Walker 18+1reb+4ast, M.Harry 15+7reb+2ast, M.Fletcher 14+8reb+2ast, C.Riley 9+2reb, E.Laudato 8+2reb, S.Mullan 6+4reb+1ast

Albury W.B. - Bankstown B. 80-69

Not a big story in a game in Albury where 12th ranked Bankstown Bruins (1-10) were defeated by fifth ranked Bandits (7-5) 80-69 on Saturday. Center Duom Dawam (208) had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 17 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Kieran Hayward (193-1997, college: Vanguard) chipped in 13 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists during the contest. Four Bandits players scored in double figures. Guard Dragan Elkaz (196-1999, college: UC Riverside) responded with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 13 rebounds and forward Jack Lopez (196-1994, college: Montana) scored 20 points. Bankstown Bruins' coach rotated eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Bandits moved-up to fourth place in League. Loser Bankstown Bruins keep the twelfth position with ten games lost. Bandits will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Bankstown Bruins will play against the league's second-placed Canberra Gunners (#2) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Albury W.B.: D.Dawam 21+17reb+3ast, J.Cincurak 16+5reb+2ast, K.Hayward 13+6reb+10ast, L.Cummings 11+2ast, H.Warden 9+8reb+1ast, M.Eric 7+1reb
Bankstown B.: J.Lopez 20+4reb+2ast, D.Elkaz 13+13reb+1ast, V.Christopher 10+1reb, N.Brown 9+3reb+1ast, T.Nicko 6+7reb+1ast, T.Daus 5+7reb

Maitland M. - Newcastle H. 93-71

Top ranked Hunters (8-2) recorded its second loss in Maitland on Saturday night. Visitors were rolled over by seventh ranked Mustangs (6-6) 93-71. The best player for the winners was swingman Will Cranston-Lown (185, college: Regis Univ.) who scored 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. New Zealand center James Hunter (208-1991, college: S.Dakota) chipped in 17 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Myles Cherry (203-1998, college: Lafayette) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points and 18 rebounds and naturalized British forward Ryan Beisty (200-1995, college: Regis Univ.) added 16 points and 6 rebounds respectively for the guests. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Mustangs maintains seventh position in League with 6-6 record. Hunters at the other side still keep top place with two games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Maitland M.: W.Cranston-Lown 19+5reb+5ast, J.Hunter 17+8reb, M.Gray 14+7reb+1ast, S.McGann 9+2reb+2ast, D.Millburn 9+7reb+2ast, J.Edwards 9+4reb+7ast
Newcastle H.: M.Cherry 18+18reb+2ast, R.Beisty 16+6reb+3ast, M.Maluach 8+1reb, G.Jaidyn 8+3reb+1ast, S.Jai 6+3reb, J.Dorricott 6+2reb+1ast

Hills H. - Sutherland S. 72-74

Everything went according to plan in Baulkham Hills where sixth ranked Sutherland Sharks (6-5) edged 8th ranked Hills Hornets (5-8) 74-72 on Saturday. Sutherland Sharks outrebounded Hills Hornets 42-29 including a 35-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Geoffrey Gerlach scored 13 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Archer Woodhill chipped in 14 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Naturalized British forward Paul Brotherson (198-1989, college: MSU Denver) responded with 25 points and guard Benjamin Kearins (188, agency: BIG) scored 13 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. Hills Hornets' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Sutherland Sharks maintains sixth position in League with 6-5 record. Loser Hills Hornets dropped to the tenth place with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sutherland S.: W.Archer 14+7reb, G.Geoffrey 13+8reb+4ast, H.Lochlan 11+5reb+2ast, A.Cabrera 9+5reb+4ast, W.Brendan 9+1reb, B.Musulin 7+6reb+4ast
Hills H.: P.Brotherson 25+1reb+1ast, F.Marvin 14+2reb+3ast, B.Kearins 13+7reb+6ast, P.Joe 5+3reb, C.Lachlan 4+1reb, G.Campbell 4+5reb

Group North

Logan T. - NGC Seahawks 78-95

There was an upset in Loganholme where higher ranked Thunder (4-4) was defeated by twelfth ranked Seahawks (3-7) 95-78 on Friday. Seahawks made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Seahawks had a 37-25 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Center Jordan Hunter (208-1997, college: St.Mary's, CA) had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward Jack McVeigh (203-1996, college: Nebraska) chipped in 23 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists during the contest. Five Seahawks players scored in double figures. American guard Jeremy Kendle (186-1988, college: Bellarmine) responded with 37 points (!!!) and 8 assists and forward Mitch Young (206-1990, college: St.Mary's, CA) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. Thunder's coach rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Despite that victory Seahawks went down to fourteenth position (League) due to points difference. Loser Thunder keeps the seventh place with four games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
NGC Seahawks: J.McVeigh 23+6reb+8ast, J.Hunter 21+12reb+5ast, W.Tamuri 17+6reb+6ast, M.Lloyd 15+6reb, D.Gurney 12+8reb+1ast, A.Krause 7+5reb+2ast
Logan T.: J.Kendle 37+4reb+8ast, M.Boston 11+5reb+1ast, M.Young 10+10reb, T.Howard 9+4reb+2ast, R.Bach 5+2reb+1ast, M.Kerle 4+1ast

Mackay M. - Townsville H. 82-74

No shocking result in a game when first ranked Mackay Meteors (9-3) defeated at home 15th ranked Townsville Heat (3-6) 82-74 on Friday. Mackay Meteors outrebounded Townsville Heat 49-36 including 18 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Naturalized American forward Kyrin Galloway (203-1999, college: UNCG) had a double-double by scoring 27 points and 13 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Biwali Bayles (185-2002, college: Hawaii) chipped in 10 points, 12 rebounds and 13 assists during the contest. Forward Richard Peachey (196-2003) responded with 23 points and 7 rebounds and the former international power forward Samson Froling (212-2000, college: Creighton) scored 19 points and 9 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Mackay Meteors maintains first position in League with 9-3 record. Loser Townsville Heat dropped to the thirteenth place with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Mackay M.: K.Galloway 27+13reb+3ast, G.Jaylin 24+4reb+2ast, M.Malok 12+13reb+1ast, B.Bayles 10+12reb+13ast, R.Martin 5+2reb+1ast, F.Viliami 2+4reb+1ast
Townsville H.: P.Richard 23+7reb+1ast, S.Froling 19+9reb+2ast, W.Taine 13+2reb+1ast, E.Betts 11+6reb+7ast, M.Rees 5+4reb+1ast, N.Max 3+1reb

Brisbane C. - SD Spartans 102-77

Rather expected game when bottom-ranked Brisbane Spartans (0-8) were rolled over on the road by fourteenth ranked Brisbane Capitals (3-6) 102-77 on Saturday. Brisbane Capitals dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Brisbane Spartans' 44 and made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. Brisbane Capitals forced 23 Brisbane Spartans turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Forward Max Mackinnon (196-2003) scored 23 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals to lead the charge for the winners and point guard Lachlan Dent (184-2000) chipped in 22 points, 6 assists and 4 steals during the contest. Brisbane Capitals' coach felt very confident that he used 11 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Jalen Canty (203-1995, college: UCSB, agency: Haylett Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 17 rebounds and guard Chris Cedar (188-1988) scored 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Brisbane Capitals moved-up to twelfth place in League. Loser Brisbane Spartans still closes the standings with eight games lost. Brisbane Capitals' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Brisbane to the arena Roar.
Top scorers:
Brisbane C.: M.Max 23+6reb+4ast, L.Dent 22+1reb+6ast, P.Geordan 18+2reb, A.Bior 12+10reb+4ast, B.Wilson 7+3reb+1ast, T.Soong 7+6reb+4ast
SD Spartans: C.Cedar 17+6reb+4ast, H.Ben 15+2reb, A.Ugrinic 15+6reb+1ast, J.Canty 14+17reb, N.Nai 7+3reb, M.William 5+5reb+2ast

Ipswich F. - Northside W. 79-87

Very predictable result in Booval where fourth ranked Northside Wizards (6-2) beat 9th ranked Ipswich Force (4-6) 87-79 on Saturday. Northside Wizards made 17-of-20 free shots (85.0 percent) during the game. The former international guard Mitchell McCarron (189-1992, college: MSU Denver) had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) to lead the charge for the winners and naturalized South Sudanese guard Lual Diing (203-1994, college: TxWes) chipped in 21 points and 14 rebounds during the contest. Four Northside Wizards players scored in double figures. Northside Wizards' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Isaac White (188-1998, college: CBU) responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds and South Sudanese forward Majok Deng (205-1993, college: ULM) produced a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds. Northside Wizards maintains fourth position in League with 6-2 record. Loser Ipswich Force dropped to the tenth place with six games lost. Northside Wizards will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Ipswich Force will play against Phoenix (#5) in Cotton Tree and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Northside W.: A.Drmic 24+6reb+4ast, L.Diing 21+14reb+2ast, J.Mumtaz 15+2reb+1ast, M.McCarron 15+13reb+9ast, K.Pinder 5+5reb+1ast, K.Atem 4+4reb+2ast
Ipswich F.: I.White 26+11reb+3ast, M.Deng 24+12reb+3ast, H.Pwono 12+7reb+2ast, D.Kennedy 7+3reb+1ast, C.Goldfinch 7+1reb+2ast, C.Ward 2+2reb+1ast

Rockhampton - Townsville H. 76-81

There was an upset in Rockhampton where higher ranked Rockets (4-6) were defeated by fifteenth ranked Townsville Heat (3-6) 81-76 on Saturday. The former international power forward Samson Froling (212-2000, college: Creighton) had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 16 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Ethan Betts (188, college: Umpqua CC) chipped in 16 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists during the contest. Power forward Damian Prgomet (208-1996, college: SW Baptist) responded with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds and the former international swingman Todd Blanchfield (198-1991) scored 14 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Townsville Heat and four Rockets players scored in double figures. Townsville Heat moved-up to thirteenth place in League. Loser Rockets dropped to the eleventh position with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Townsville H.: S.Froling 21+16reb+2ast, E.Betts 16+12reb+10ast, W.Taine 15+4reb+2ast, M.Rees 14+3reb+1ast, P.Richard 11+1reb+2ast, J.Todd 2+4reb+2ast
Rockhampton: D.Prgomet 25+12reb+2ast, K.Woodfall 17+4reb+5ast, T.Blanchfield 14+7reb+5ast, K.Stephens 13+3reb+4ast, M.McCarthy 7+11reb+3ast, W.Riley 0

SW Metro P. - NGC Seahawks 90-89

The game between closely ranked teams ended with eleventh ranked South West Metro Pirates' (4-5) home victory over 12th ranked Seahawks (3-7) 90-89 on Saturday. Guard Brendan Teys (188-1990) scored 17 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and naturalized New Zealand swingman Zac Carter (203-1989) chipped in 19 points during the contest. South West Metro Pirates' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The former international forward Jack McVeigh (203-1996, college: Nebraska) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Tamuri Wigness (184-2002) scored 20 points and 5 rebounds. Five Seahawks players scored in double figures. South West Metro Pirates moved-up to eighth place in League. Loser Seahawks dropped to the fourteenth position with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
SW Metro P.: Z.Carter 19+4reb+1ast, B.Teys 17+7reb+5ast, T.Young 16+2reb+1ast, J.Matysek 11+1reb, T.Machando 8+3reb+3ast, H.Jakobe 7+4reb+3ast
NGC Seahawks: J.McVeigh 21+12reb+6ast, W.Tamuri 20+5reb+1ast, M.Lloyd 13+5reb+2ast, J.Hunter 13+7reb+2ast, D.Gurney 12+3reb, A.Krause 8+4reb+1ast

Gold Coast R. - RedCity R. 86-73

There was no surprise in Gold Coast where 13th ranked Roar (2-5) was defeated by second ranked Rollers (8-1) 86-73 on Saturday. Rollers looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Point guard Preston Le Gassick (182-2003) scored 27 points and 6 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international guard Tanner Krebs (198-1996, college: St.Mary's, CA) chipped in 9 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. American forward Spencer Parker (201-1993, college: BGSU, agency: Inception Sports) responded with 20 points and 9 rebounds and guard Nelson Larkins (180-1996) scored 15 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Rollers maintains second position in League with 8-1 record behind leader Mackay M. Loser Roar dropped to the fifteenth place with five games lost. Rollers will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Roar's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Brisbane Brisbane Capitals.
Top scorers:
Gold Coast R.: L.Gassick Preston 27+6reb+3ast, J.Morris 16+4reb+1ast, H.Nevarda 12+1reb+1ast, T.Krebs 9+9reb+7ast, T.Diop 8+4reb+3ast, J.Eustace 6+6reb+4ast
RedCity R.: S.Parker 20+9reb+3ast, J.Hodgson 16+4reb+1ast, N.Larkins 15+6reb+7ast, A.Godinet 8+8reb+2ast, M.Poulain 5+6reb, K.Bishop 4+7reb+4ast

Group South

Bendigo B. - Dandenong R. 104-61

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both fourteenth ranked Bendigo Braves and 15th ranked Dandenong Rangers had identical 3-6 record. This time Bendigo Braves used a home court advantage and smashed the opponent from Dandenong 104-61 on Saturday night. Bendigo Braves looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American swingman Malcolm Bernard (198-1994, college: Xavier, agency: Mansfield and Associates) scored 24 points and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Mitchell Clarke (186-1999) chipped in 20 points during the contest. Four Bendigo Braves players scored in double figures. Lawson Eales responded with 19 points and 7 rebounds and forward Calvin Enge (193-1991) scored 10 points and 7 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bendigo Braves maintains fourteenth position in League with 4-6 record. Loser Dandenong Rangers keep the fifteenth place with seven games lost. Bendigo Braves will meet at home higher ranked Frankston Blues (#8) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Dandenong Rangers will play against Ballarat Miners (#3) and will have a slim chance for a victory.
Top scorers:
Bendigo B.: M.Bernard 24+1reb+5ast, M.Clarke 20+3reb+2ast, R.Luke 16+3ast, J.Lloyd 10+6reb+1ast, K.Kuany 10+4reb+5ast, S.Djitte 9+10reb+1ast
Dandenong R.: E.Lawson 19+7reb+1ast, C.Enge 10+7reb, T.Nicolas 5+6reb, B.Ellis 5+3reb, P.Deng 5+6reb+1ast, M.Richards 5+1reb

Casey C. - Sandringham S. 89-94

Very expected game in Cranbourne where 16th ranked Cavaliers (3-8) were defeated by sixth ranked Sabres (7-5) 94-89 on Saturday. Sabres made 21-of-24 free shots (87.5 percent) during the game. New Zealand guard Shea Ili (184-1992) scored 27 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Tohiraukura Smith-milner chipped in 26 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Guard William Hickey (194-1999) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists and center Jock Perry (216-1997, college: UC Riverside) scored 22 points. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Sabres moved-up to fifth place in League. Loser Cavaliers keep the sixteenth position with eight games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: S.Ili 27+9reb+6ast, S.Tohiraukura 26+11reb+1ast, O.David 13+9reb, D.Barlow 10+2reb+1ast, N.Gabsch 6, G.Cooper 4
Casey C.: J.Perry 22+3reb+1ast, H.William 15+15reb+6ast, M.Donlan 14+1reb, M.Mathiang 12+9reb, B.Waterhouse 9+4reb, B.Jordan 7+8reb+2ast

Frankston B. - NW Tasmania 91-59

Rather predictable result in Seaford where ninth ranked Frankston Blues (6-4) outscored 13th ranked NW Tasmania Thunder (4-5) 91-59 on Saturday. Frankston Blues made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game, while NW Tasmania Thunder only scored two points from the stripe. They outrebounded NW Tasmania Thunder 44-29 including a 32-14 advantage in defensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Frankston Blues made 8 blocks. Forward Dan Trist (206-1992, college: Lafayette) scored 21 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Lachlan Barker (188-1996) chipped in 21 points and 5 assists during the contest. Four Frankston Blues players scored in double figures. Frankston Blues' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Fabijan Krslovic (203-1995, college: Montana) responded with 16 points and 9 rebounds and American swingman Elijah Thomas (198-1998, college: CBU, agency: Helping Ballers) scored 15 points and 8 rebounds. Frankston Blues moved-up to eighth place in League. Loser NW Tasmania Thunder keeps the thirteenth position with five games lost. Frankston Blues will meet Bendigo Braves (#14) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. NW Tasmania Thunder will play against Tigers in Melbourne and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: D.Trist 21+7reb+2ast, L.Barker 21+5ast, D.Stith 12+6reb+1ast, I.Hadziomerovic 10+7reb, A.Bailey 7+8reb+1ast, A.Karabatsos 6+2reb+1ast
NW Tasmania: S.Macdonald 17+2reb, F.Krslovic 16+9reb+2ast, E.Thomas 15+8reb, B.Woolley 4+3reb+2ast, A.Angok 3+3reb, T.Masunda 2+1reb+1ast

Knox R. - Diamond V.E. 89-84

Not a big story in a game in Wantirna South where 10th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (5-5) were defeated by seventh ranked Knox Raiders (7-5) 89-84 on Saturday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Knox Raiders made 7 blocks. Forward Simon Grant (195-1991) scored 11 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international guard Adam Gibson (188-1986) chipped in 16 points during the contest. Naturalized Canadian guard Dejan Vasiljevic (190-1997, college: Miami, FL) responded with 15 points and 7 rebounds and forward Joel Capetola (194-2001) scored 18 points. Four Knox Raiders and five Diamond Valley Eagles players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Knox Raiders moved-up to fourth place in League. Loser Diamond Valley Eagles dropped to the eleventh position with five games lost. Knox Raiders will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Diamond Valley Eagles will play against Geelong Supercats (#7) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Knox R.: J.Foy 16+2reb+1ast, A.Gibson 16+4reb+1ast, R.Te Rangi 13+5reb+1ast, S.Grant 11+8reb+3ast, A.Deng 9+9reb+1ast, A.Robinson 9+4reb+4ast
Diamond V.E.: C.Joel 18+3reb+3ast, D.Vasiljevic 15+7reb+3ast, D.Pineau 13+9reb+1ast, N.Manyang 12+6reb+2ast, M.Reynolds 11+3ast, B.Allen 8+3reb

Nunawading S. - Waverley F. 66-92

Everything went according to plan in East Burwood where fifth ranked Waverley Falcons (7-3) outleveled 12th ranked Spectres (5-6) 92-66 on Saturday. Waverley Falcons looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international point guard Daniel Dillon (193-1986, college: Arizona) scored 16 points and 6 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and forward Tristan Forsyth (208, college: CBU) chipped in 15 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Waverley Falcons' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Naturalized American guard CJ Asuncion-Byrd (194-1996, college: LeMoyne) responded with 16 points and 6 assists and naturalized Lithuanian forward Remo Simankevicius (198-1996, college: SNHU) scored 11 points and 5 rebounds. Waverley Falcons moved-up to second place in League. Loser Spectres keep the twelfth position with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Waverley F.: D.Dillon 16+4reb+6ast, T.Forsyth 15+8reb+2ast, B.Lewis 14+2reb+2ast, D.McDonald 9+2reb+3ast, S.Conn 8+4reb+2ast, D.Kernich-Drew 8+2reb+1ast
Nunawading S.: C.Asuncion-Byrd 16+4reb+6ast, R.Simankevicius 11+5reb+1ast, J.Gandolfo 9+3reb+4ast, D.Swetalla 8+5reb+2ast, D.Baxter 7+6reb+1ast, C.Barker 6+9reb

Ballarat M. - Hobart C. 75-82

There was an upset in Wendouree where second-ranked Ballarat Miners (7-4) were defeated by eighth ranked Huskies (6-4) 82-75 on Saturday. Swingman Sam McDaniel (198-1995, college: ULM) scored 24 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international center Harrison Froling (211-1998, college: Marquette) chipped in 16 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. American forward Jalon Miller (203, college: TCU) responded with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists and naturalized South Sudanese forward Deng Gak (208-1998, college: Miami, FL) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Ballarat Miners' coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Despite that victory Huskies went down to ninth position (League) due to points difference. Loser Ballarat Miners dropped to the third place with four games lost. Huskies will meet Eltham Wildcats (#19) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ballarat Miners will play against Dandenong Rangers (#15) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hobart C.: S.McDaniel 24+8reb+3ast, A.Harris 18+3reb+3ast, H.Froling 16+12reb+4ast, J.Bairstow 9+4reb, O.Angerstein 6+8reb, R.Jacob 5+1reb+1ast
Ballarat M.: D.Gak 16+10reb, J.Miller 12+11reb+6ast, N.Pozoglou 10+3reb+2ast, D.Crisp 10+1ast, K.Sapwell 6+3reb+1ast, H.William 6+4reb+2ast

Ringwood H. - Keilor T. 88-53

No shocking result in a game in Heathmont where eleventh ranked Ringwood Hawks (6-5) smashed 18th ranked Thunder (2-9) 88-53 on Saturday. Ringwood Hawks looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Thunder's players. American guard Tim Guers (190-1996, college: St.Anselm) scored 17 points and 8 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and the former international guard Emmett Naar (185-1994, college: St.Mary's, CA) chipped in 13 points and 9 assists during the contest. Four Ringwood Hawks players scored in double figures. American forward Jacob Lampkin (206, college: Alaska-Anch.) responded with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and forward Kian Dennis (197-2001) scored 7 points. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ringwood Hawks moved-up to tenth place in League. Loser Thunder keeps the eighteenth position with nine games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Ringwood H.: M.Roberts 21+1reb+1ast, T.Guers 17+8reb+3ast, S.Clarke 14+5reb, E.Naar 13+1reb+9ast, K.Daggett 6+6reb, J.Barry 5+4reb+5ast
Keilor T.: J.Lampkin 16+10reb+1ast, C.Carlo 10+1ast, T.Kidd 9+1reb+2ast, D.Kian 7+4reb+2ast, C.Riak 5+2reb, C.Long 4+2reb

Mt Gambier - Kilsyth C. 97-79

Rather expected game in Mt Gambier where 3rd ranked Kilsyth Cobras (7-5) were defeated by first ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (10-1) 97-79 on Saturday. Mount Gambier Pioneers made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. Michael Harris scored 26 points and 9 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Nick Marshall (196-1999, college: Clarke) chipped in 26 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four Mount Gambier Pioneers players scored in double figures. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Deng Deng (203-1992, college: Baylor) responded with a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 6 blocks and Adrian Tomada scored 14 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mount Gambier Pioneers maintains first position in League with 10-1 record. Loser Kilsyth Cobras dropped to the sixth place with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Mt Gambier: N.Marshall 26+8reb+1ast, M.Harris 26+9reb+3ast, J.Rawls 14+6reb+2ast, C.Brown 13+10reb, E.Burdon 6, T.Daly 5+4reb+4ast
Kilsyth C.: D.Deng 17+10reb+3ast, A.Tomada 14+9reb+4ast, B.Ursich 12+5reb, M.Dielemans 10, T.Moses 6+6reb+1ast, H.Macdonald 6+4reb

Group West

Joondalup W. - Perth R. 96-91

Very predictable result in Joondalup where third ranked Wanneroo (9-3) beat 9th ranked Redbacks (6-6) 96-91 on Friday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Wanneroo made 9 blocks. Swingman Julian Pesava (193-1995, college: WBU) had a double-double by scoring 28 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American swingman CJ Turnage (201-1995, college: SVSU) chipped in 34 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds during the contest. Swingman Tevin Jackson (202-1994, college: McNeese St.) responded with 22 points and 5 rebounds and forward Isaac Gattorna-Hargrave (201-1999) scored 21 points and 6 rebounds (was perfect 7-for-7 from the free throw line). Four Wanneroo and five Redbacks players scored in double figures. Wanneroo maintains third position in League with 9-3 record despite having the same number of points like the leader Mackay M. Loser Redbacks keep the ninth place with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Joondalup W.: C.Turnage 34+5reb+2ast, J.Pesava 28+12reb+5ast, J.Wade 12+5reb+4ast, M.Colton 10+2reb+2ast, J.Bloxham 6+2reb+1ast, S.Vaiangina 6+6reb+3ast
Perth R.: T.Jackson 22+5reb+2ast, I.Gattorna-Hargrave 21+6reb, J.Grace 21+2reb+2ast, B.Smith 12+4reb, E.Kyden 10+4reb+1ast, D.Jordan 3+2reb+1ast

Mandurah M. - Cockburn C. 99-105

There was a minor upset in Mandurah where 5th ranked Magic (8-5) was defeated by seventh ranked Cougars (7-5) 105-99 on Friday. Cougars had a 31-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. American guard Carter Skaggs (196-1995, college: UNCW) scored 27 points and 7 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Gavin Field (202-1989, college: UWG) chipped in 20 points during the contest. American DeQuan Abrom (188-1996, college: Belm.Abbey) responded with 42 points (!!!) and 4 steals and his fellow American import swingman Jay Bowie (196-1992, college: Marist) scored 10 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cougars maintains seventh position in League with 7-5 record. Loser Magic keeps the fifth place with five games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Cockburn C.: C.Skaggs 27+7reb+1ast, G.Field 20+4reb+3ast, H.Josh 15+3reb+4ast, P.Chukwu 11+13reb, S.Chan 8+2reb+4ast, P.Nathan 7+4reb
Mandurah M.: D.Abrom 42+4reb+3ast, C.Jurlina 14+3reb+4ast, R.Turner 13+8reb, J.Bowie 10+8reb+4ast, P.Riley 7+3reb+2ast, K.Armour 6+1reb+8ast

SW Slammers - Joondalup W. 84-99

Everything went according to plan in Bunbury where third ranked Wanneroo (9-3) won against 14th ranked Slammers (1-11) 99-84 on Saturday. Wanneroo made 22-of-29 free shots (75.9 percent) during the game. American guard Jonathan Wade (196-1993, college: Norfolk St.) scored 27 points to lead the charge for the winners and swingman Julian Pesava (193-1995, college: WBU) chipped in 17 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. Four Wanneroo players scored in double figures. American swingman Buay Tuach (198-1995, college: LMU, agency: Haylett Sports) responded with a double-double by scoring 26 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and Caleb Van De Griend scored 18 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Wanneroo maintains third position in League with 9-3 record despite having the same number of points like the leader Mackay M. Loser Slammers keep the fourteenth place with 11 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Joondalup W.: J.Wade 27+4reb+2ast, C.Turnage 18+5reb+3ast, J.Pesava 17+9reb+7ast, M.Colton 13+3reb, S.Vaiangina 7+10reb+1ast, M.Newton 6+1reb
SW Slammers: B.Tuach 26+12reb+4ast, V.De Griend Caleb 18+4reb+1ast, B.England 12+8reb+2ast, C.Richardson 8+2reb+4ast, B.Rhys 4+1reb, V.Tanner 3

Warwick S. - East Perth E. 93-73

There was no surprise in Perth where 13th ranked Eagles (1-10) were crushed by fourth ranked Senators (8-3) 93-73 on Saturday. Senators looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Forward Caleb Davis (206-1995, college: SVSU) had a double-double by scoring 20 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the former international forward Cody Ellis (202-1990, college: St.Louis) chipped in 22 points during the contest. American guard Justin King (196-1989, college: TRU, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) responded with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds and forward Logan Thwaites (200-1997) scored 19 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Senators maintains fourth position in League with 8-3 record. Loser Eagles keep the thirteenth place with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Warwick S.: C.Ellis 22+3reb+3ast, C.Davis 20+10reb+5ast, A.Litterick 13+7reb, S.Tyler 8+4reb+1ast, C.Wroe 7+4ast, H.Nicholas 6+3reb+3ast
East Perth E.: L.Thwaites 19+2reb+1ast, S.Maharaj 17+3reb+2ast, J.King 15+11reb+2ast, J.Fabian 8+4reb+2ast, M.Corey 6+2reb+1ast, A.Jarrad 4+6reb+1ast

Goldfields G. - Perry Lakes H. 100-78

The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Giants' (7-4) home victory over 8th ranked Hawks (6-6) 100-78 on Saturday. Giants looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American Lafonzo Smith (206, college: Benedict) had a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and guard Jesse Ghee (183, college: Fullerton JC) chipped in 19 points and 5 assists during the contest. Center Andrew Ferguson (213-1998, college: CS Monterey) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points and 10 rebounds and the former international forward Ben Purser (200-1990, college: Augusta) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Giants and four Hawks players scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Giants moved-up to sixth place in League. Loser Hawks keep the eighth position with six games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Goldfields G.: J.Ghee 19+2reb+5ast, C.Hamish 17+2reb+3ast, L.Smith 14+12reb+1ast, D.Ballantyne 13+3reb+6ast, M.Malek 11+7reb+1ast, J.Reid 11+3reb+2ast
Perry Lakes H.: A.Ferguson 18+10reb+2ast, R.Cassir 15+1reb+1ast, M.Leary 14+2reb+1ast, B.Purser 11+11reb+4ast, R.Smith 9+3reb+2ast, C.Hamilton 3+1reb

Lakeside L. - Mandurah M. 75-106

Very expected game in North Lake where 11th ranked Lightning (2-9) was rolled over by fifth ranked Magic (8-5) 106-75 on Saturday. Magic shot 61.9 percent from the field and made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. They also forced 22 Lightning turnovers. American swingman Jay Bowie (196-1992, college: Marist) scored 22 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and the other American import DeQuan Abrom (188-1996, college: Belm.Abbey) chipped in 22 points during the contest. American forward Donald Vaughn (195-1990, college: VWU) responded with 14 points and 6 assists and forward Joshua Davey (198-2000, college: LCU) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Magic maintains fifth position in League with 8-5 record. Loser Lightning keeps the eleventh place with nine games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Mandurah M.: D.Abrom 22+4reb+2ast, J.Bowie 22+6reb+4ast, K.Armour 20+2reb+5ast, R.Turner 13+3reb+1ast, P.Riley 8+3reb+1ast, C.Jurlina 8+2reb+3ast
Lakeside L.: L.Taliaferro 18+3reb, D.Vaughn 14+4reb+6ast, D.Jackson 11+5reb+1ast, J.Davey 10+10reb+2ast, S.Reath 6+2reb, B.Justin 5+1reb

Eastern Suns - Rockingham F. 75-108

Very predictable result in Kalamunda where second ranked Flames (9-2) outscored 12th ranked Suns (2-10) 108-75 on Saturday. Flames had a 36-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Naturalized American guard Marshall Nelson (184-1994, college: WBU) scored 27 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and American guard Devondrick Walker (196-1992, college: A&M-Commerce) chipped in 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Five Flames players scored in double figures. American swingman Albert Almanza (198, college: SHSU) responded with 17 points and 5 rebounds and the former international guard Reece Maxwell (185-1990) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Flames maintains second position in League with 9-2 record having just one point less than leader Mackay M. Loser Suns keep the twelfth place with ten games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: M.Nelson 27+5reb+4ast, J.Beard 16+5reb+1ast, D.Walker 16+8reb+4ast, T.Jervis 13+7reb+6ast, G.Hire 10+12reb+5ast, R.Brendan 7+2reb+1ast
Eastern Suns: A.Almanza 17+5reb+2ast, R.Maxwell 14+5reb, C.Lowe 10+6reb+1ast, B.Dinardo 8+1reb+1ast, X.Shaw 7+6reb+2ast, S.Salinas 6+4reb+1ast

Geraldton B. - Willetton T. 102-77

Not a big story in a game in Wonthella where 10th ranked Tigers (5-7) were outplayed by first ranked Buccaneers (11-1) 102-77 on Saturday. American Cameron Coleman (198-1992, college: York, NE, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) scored 28 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and naturalized South Sudanese swingman Mathiang Muo (196-1987, college: Charleston So.) chipped in 18 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Four Buccaneers players scored in double figures. Power forward Oliver Hayes-Brown (208, college: UC Riverside) responded with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and guard Damien Scott (192-1992) scored 16 points and 5 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Buccaneers maintains first position in League with 11-1 record. Loser Tigers keep the tenth place with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Geraldton B.: C.Coleman 28+5reb+2ast, M.Muo 18+9reb+2ast, S.Stewart 17+4reb+3ast, M.Meunier 17+2reb+5ast, R.Blanchett 7+7reb+1ast, F.Klasztorny 7+2reb
Willetton T.: O.Hayes-Brown 21+10reb+2ast, D.Scott 16+5reb+1ast, M.Vigor 9+5reb+1ast, H.Clarke 8+5reb+5ast, F.Travis 7+2reb+1ast, G.Thomas 5+2reb+1ast



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