NBL One Round 34 (Regular Season): Forestville E. keeps a leadership position

The round was exceptionally exciting as six games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Forestville Eagles as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Forestville Eagles edged 9th ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers in Goodwood 93-90. Forestville E. outrebounded Southern T. 42-30 including 29 on the defensive glass. Forestville E. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Forestville E. made 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international center Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 5 rebounds. American forward Greg Mays (203-1993, college: Green Bay) contributed with 17 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Guard Harvey White (191-2005) replied with 28 points and 7 assists for Southern T.Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Southern T. lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with N.Adelaide R.. Southern T. will play next round against strong C.District L. trying to get back on the winning streak. Forestville E. will try to continue on its current victory against seventh ranked Norwood F. in Marden.
The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Rip City (1-1) on the court of first ranked Mackay Meteors. Visitors were rolled over by Mackay Meteors 117-77. The former international swingman Todd Blanchfield (198-1991) scored 33 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Isaac White chipped in 24 points and 4 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) during the contest. At the losing side point guard Kobe McDowell-White (183-2004) responded with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Mackay Meteors have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 11-1 record. USC Rip at the other side keeps the fifteenth place with one game lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Sixth-ranked Bulls (9-6) were very close to win a game against first ranked Canberra Gunners (14-2) on Saturday. Canberra Gunners managed to secure only one-point victory 97-96. However their fans expected much easier game. Glenn Morison notched a double-double by scoring 28 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort. Even 23 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) by Alex Higgins-Titsha did not help to save the game for Inner WB. Bulls' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Canberra G. maintains first position with 14-2 record. Loser Bulls keeps the sixth place with six games lost. They share the position with Hobart C.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.

Other games in round 34 were not that significant. W.Adelaide B. was beaten by C.District L. on the road 97-83. Eastern M. was destroyed by Woodville W. on its own court 81-100. S.Adelaide P. outscored N.Adelaide R. in Park Holme 86-67. Sturt S. managed to beat Norwood F. at home 94-92. Maitland defeated Bankstown B. on the opponent's court 100-87. Albury W.B. beat Newcastle F. in a home game 94-88. Sutherland was destroyed by Hills H. on the road 105-81. Penrith was outscored by Manly Warr. on its own court 65-105. Hornsby S. managed to beat BA CoE in a road game 81-75. Sydney C. crushed Illawarra H. 2 at home 120-81. Cent.Coast C. was beaten by Norths B. on the opponent's court 110-100. Northside W. won against NGC Seahawks in a home game 75-73. Darwin S. managed to outperform SD Spartans on the road 106-92. Cairns M. recorded a loss to Gold Coast R. on its own court 90-92. Logan T. defeated SW Metro P. in Loganholme 95-91. Geelong U. beat Melbourne T. at home 72-66. Waverley F. won against Diamond V.E. on the opponent's court 102-97. Knox R. outscored Bendigo in a home game 97-72. Sandringham S. managed to beat NW Tasmania on the road 94-80. Ringwood was defeated by Keilor T. on its own court 70-77. Dandenong R. beat Ballarat M. in a road game 86-84. Casey was destroyed by Eltham W. at home 71-100. Nunawading S. managed to outperform Frankston B. on the opponent's court 102-93. Kilsyth C. recorded a loss to Mt.Gambier in a home game 81-90. Warwick S. was defeated by Mandurah on the road 107-103. SW Slammers were beaten by East Perth E. on its own court 89-95. Lakeside L. destroyed Cockburn C. in North Lake 100-74. Goldfields G. unfortunately lost to Willetton T. at home 87-90. Geraldton B. rolled over Rockingham F. on the opponent's court 116-94. Kalamunda ES was crushed by Joondalup W. in a home game 68-93.
The most impressive performance of 34th round was 20 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists by CJ Turnage of Joondalup W..

Group Central

Forestville E. - Southern T. 93-90

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Forestville Eagles as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Forestville Eagles edged 9th ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers in Goodwood 93-90. Forestville E. outrebounded Southern T. 42-30 including 29 on the defensive glass. Forestville E. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Forestville E. made 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international center Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 5 rebounds. American forward Greg Mays (203-1993, college: Green Bay) contributed with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Four Forestville Eagles players scored in double figures. Guard Harvey White (191-2005) replied with 28 points and 7 assists and Azerbaijani power forward Michael Diggins (205-1998, college: UIC, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) added 25 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Southern T.Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Southern T. lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the ninth place with 11 games lost. They share the position with N.Adelaide R.. Southern T. will play next round against strong C.District L. trying to get back on the winning streak. Forestville E. will try to continue on its current victory against seventh ranked Norwood F. in Marden.
Top scorers:
Southern T.: H.White 28+1reb+7ast, M.Diggins 25+7reb, R.Miller 17+5reb+3ast, E.Kristiansen 6+2ast, J.Bulabek 6+7reb+1ast, N.Logan 4+3reb+2ast
Forestville E.: D.Johnson 21+5reb+3ast, G.Mays 17+10reb, F.Ipassou 13+6reb+1ast, O.Hulland 12+5reb+4ast, A.Doyle 9+6reb+7ast, U.Dibiamaka 9+2reb+1ast

C.District L. - W.Adelaide B. 97-83

There was a small surprise when fifth ranked Central District Lions (7-6) beat their close opponent Bearcats (7-6) in Gawler 97-83 on Saturday. C.District L. made 25-of-30 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game, while W.Adelaide B. only scored nine points from the stripe. They outrebounded W.Adelaide B. 54-38 including 40 on the defensive glass. American swingman Branden Jenkins (196-1994, college: TxWes, agency: AltusBasket) notched a double-double by scoring 22 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and guard Koen Sapwell (193-1999, college: CS Monterey) supported him with 27 points. Jenkins is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Central District Lions players scored in double figures. Even 32 points and 5 rebounds by the former international forward Akoldah Gak (208-2002) did not help to save the game for W.Adelaide B.. Forward Fabijan Krslovic (203-1995, college: Montana) added 15 points and 15 rebounds for lost side. Central District Lions have an impressive five-game winning streak. C.District L. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with W.Adelaide B. and Woodville W. C.District L. will meet Southern T. (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. W.Adelaide B. will play against Eastern M. (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
W.Adelaide B.: A.Gak 32+5reb, F.Krslovic 15+15reb+3ast, A.Drmic 13+6reb+7ast, J.Heading 8+4reb+7ast, J.West 6, M.Djeric 6+6reb+5ast
C.District L.: K.Sapwell 27+3reb+2ast, B.Jenkins 22+11reb+4ast, K.Sapwell 14+6reb+4ast, M.Richards 13+15reb, C.Jewell 8+15reb+1ast, M.Manyng 7+3reb

Eastern M. - Woodville W. 81-100

Rather expected game when 8th ranked Eastern Mavericks (4-9) were smashed by sixth ranked Woodville Warriors (7-6) in Mt. Barker 100-81 on Saturday. Woodville W. made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. American guard Sharif Black (185-1996, college: Bemidji St.) notched 27 points and 4 assists to lead the effort and the other American import power forward Joe Jackson (201-1996, college: IU Southeast) supported him with 8 points and 18 rebounds. Four Woodville Warriors players scored in double figures. Even 32 points and 7 rebounds by guard Owen Raneberg (-2003) did not help to save the game for Eastern M.. American swingman Melvin Newbern (196-1997, college: Minot St.) added 13 points for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Woodville W. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with C.District L. and W.Adelaide B. Eastern M. lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with nine games lost. They share it with Northside W.. Woodville W. will meet N.Adelaide R. (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Eastern M. will play against W.Adelaide B. in Woodville and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Eastern M.: O.Raneberg 32+7reb, M.Newbern 13+1reb+3ast, M.Mee 11+2reb+1ast, M.Nuangki 7+2reb+2ast, J.Rawls 6+7reb+3ast, L.Hunter 6+7reb+2ast
Woodville W.: S.Black 27+4reb+4ast, R.Meldrum 16+4reb+2ast, N.Wurm 15+2reb+4ast, A.Maiorana 12+3reb+2ast, J.Jackson 8+18reb+1ast, D.McGee 6+5reb

N.Adelaide R. - S.Adelaide P. 67-86

Very predictable result when third ranked South Adelaide Panthers (10-3) rolled over 10th ranked North Adelaide Rockets (2-11) in Greenacres 86-67 on Saturday. American guard Jeremy Smith (190-1991, college: Nicholls) notched 22 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals to lead the effort and the other American import forward Alexander Starling (198-1989, college: BCU) supported him with 11 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Four South Adelaide Panthers players scored in double figures. Even 24 points by American guard Yosani Clay (193-2000, college: WOU) did not help to save the game for N.Adelaide R.. Forward Koop McCalop (-1994) added 13 points and 12 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. South Adelaide Panthers have a solid four-game winning streak. S.Adelaide P. moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. N.Adelaide R. lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Southern T.. S.Adelaide P. will meet at home Sturt S. (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. N.Adelaide R. will play against Woodville W. (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
N.Adelaide R.: Y.Clay 24+2reb+2ast, K.McCalop 13+12reb+1ast, S.Parfitt 9+13reb, D.McDonald 8+6reb+7ast, R.Crawford 6+2ast, C.Watson 3+1reb+1ast
S.Adelaide P.: J.Smith 22+9reb+4ast, T.Kubank 16+5reb+2ast, S.Johns 15+3reb+2ast, A.Starling 11+8reb+4ast, J.Hoppo 6+2reb+1ast, C.Scott 5+1reb+1ast

Sturt S. - Norwood F. 94-92

Not a big story in a game when 7th ranked Norwood Flames (5-8) were edged by second ranked Sturt Sabres (10-3) in Pasadena 94-92 on Saturday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Sturt S. dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Norwood Flames's 40. American guard Jordan Forbes (193-1998, college: Salem) notched a double-double by scoring 29 points and 12 rebounds to lead the effort and naturalized Italian forward Jacob Rigoni (198-1998, college: Quinnipiac) supported him with 15 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. Even 25 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists by New Zealand forward Isaac Miller-Jose (203-1998, college: Manitoba) did not help to save the game for Norwood F.. American power forward Jack Hemphill (208-1999, college: SFC) added 19 points and 10 rebounds for lost side. Five Sturt S. and four Norwood F. players scored in double figures. Sturt Sabres have a solid three-game winning streak. Sturt S. maintains second position with 10-3 record having seven points less than leader Forestville E., which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Norwood Flames keeps the seventh place with eight games lost. They share the position with NGC Seahawks. Sturt S. will meet league's second-placed S.Adelaide P. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Norwood F. will play against the league's leader Forestville E. (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Norwood F.: I.Miller-Jose 25+8reb+6ast, J.Hemphill 19+10reb+2ast, C.Osborne 16+6reb+8ast, J.Stanwix 15+2ast, R.Harrap 8+3reb+1ast, D.McNamara 6
Sturt S.: J.Forbes 29+12reb+3ast, J.Rigoni 15+11reb+7ast, D.Nash 12+3reb, T.Dowdell 11+6reb, B.Griscti 11+1reb+2ast, S.Daly 8+4ast

Group East

Bankstown B. - Maitland M. 87-100

Everything went according to plan when second ranked Mustangs (13-1) defeated 9th ranked Bankstown Bruins (7-8) in Condell Park 100-87 on Saturday. Maitland made 27-of-35 free shots (77.1 percent) during the game. They also forced 24 Bankstown B. turnovers. Swingman Will Cranston-Lown (185-2000, college: Regis Univ.) notched 22 points, 6 rebounds, 9 assists and 6 steals to lead the effort and forward Matt Gray (203-1999) supported him with 22 points and 7 rebounds. Even 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists by guard Hayden Blankley (198-2000, college: WTA&M) did not help to save the game for Bankstown B.. American forward Naaman Hightower (201-1994, college: Sonoma St.) added 13 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Mustangs have an impressive six-game winning streak. Maitland maintains second position with 13-1 record behind leader Forestville E. Bankstown B. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth place with eight games lost. Maitland will meet Penrith (#16) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Bankstown B. will play against Manly Warr. (#4) in Narrabeen and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bankstown B.: A.Wolford 18+1reb+3ast, H.Blankley 16+6reb+4ast, J.Lopez 14+3reb, N.Hightower 13+9reb+3ast, G.Majak 8+5reb, T.Buvac 8+2reb+2ast
Maitland M.: W.Cranston-Lown 22+6reb+9ast, M.Gray 22+7reb+1ast, B.Parsons 16+3reb+1ast, J.Hunter 13+2reb, C.Little 9+4ast, J.Cole 6+2reb+1ast

Albury W.B. - Newcastle F. 94-88

There was no surprise when 12th ranked Falcons (5-10) lost to fourth ranked Bandits (10-5) in Albury 88-94 on Saturday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Albury W.B. dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Falcons's 26. Albury W.B. forced 24 Newcastle F. turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Albury W.B. made 8 blocks. Guard William Hickey (194-1999) notched 21 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists and 7 steals to lead the effort and American forward Kevion Blaylock (198-1994, college: William Penn) supported him with 23 points and 10 rebounds. Four Bandits players scored in double figures. Even 30 points and 5 rebounds by American forward Leo OBoyle (201, college: Penn State) did not help to save the game for Newcastle F.. Naturalized British forward Ryan Beisty (200-1995, college: Regis Univ.) added 19 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals for lost side. Falcons' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Despite that victory Albury W.B. went down to fifth position due to points difference. Loser Falcons keeps the twelfth place with ten games lost. Albury W.B. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Newcastle F. will play against BA CoE (#3) in Canberra and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Newcastle F.: L.O'Boyle 30+5reb+1ast, R.Beisty 19+7reb+4ast, A.Clinton 9+1ast, J.Goodwin 8+4reb+7ast, K.Shannon 7+4reb, M.Cherry 6+13reb+5ast
Albury W.B.: K.Blaylock 23+10reb+1ast, W.Hickey 21+9reb+8ast, J.Cincurak 18+3reb+1ast, L.Cummings 10+3reb+2ast, S.Montague 9+4reb+1ast, M.Dance 8+1reb+1ast

Canberra G. - Inner WB 97-96

Sixth-ranked Bulls (9-6) were very close to win a game against first ranked Canberra Gunners (14-2) on Saturday. Canberra Gunners managed to secure only one-point victory 97-96. However their fans expected much easier game. Canberra G. made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Center Glenn Morison (208-1999, college: St.Edward's) notched a double-double by scoring 28 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and forward William Mayfield (-2000) supported him with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists. Even 23 points and 8 rebounds (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) by Central African forward Alex Higgins-Titsha (197-2000) did not help to save the game for Inner WB. Jacob Ohmer added 22 points for lost side. Four Canberra G. and five Inner WB players scored in double figures. Bulls' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Canberra G. maintains first position with 14-2 record. Loser Bulls keeps the sixth place with six games lost. They share the position with Hobart C.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Inner WB: A.Higgins-Titsha 23+8reb+2ast, J.Ohmer 22+3reb+2ast, Z.Hudson 12+6reb+3ast, N.Timonera 12+4reb+2ast, T.Tolovae 12+4reb+1ast, R.Cao 10+1reb+1ast
Canberra G.: G.Morison 28+15reb+6ast, W.Mayfield 20+6reb+6ast, D.Emelifeonwu 15+3reb+2ast, L.Smith 14+1ast, A.Clarke 9+3reb, J.Toohey 7+4reb+3ast

Hills H. - Sutherland S. 105-81

No shocking result in a game when eighth ranked Hills Hornets (8-4) crushed 10th ranked Sutherland Sharks (6-7) in Baulkham Hills 105-81 on Saturday. Hills H. forced 22 Sutherland turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Sutherland's players. American power forward Chris Bryant (203-1992, college: Miami, OH) notched 27 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and the other American import guard Ishmael Sanders (188, college: C-N) supported him with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Hills Hornets players scored in double figures. Even 22 points and 6 rebounds by American Brian Williams (197-1992, college: Louisiana, agency: Haylett Sports) did not help to save the game for Sutherland. Guard Lochlan Hutchison (188-1999) added 11 points for lost side. 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. Hills Hornets have a solid three-game winning streak. Hills H. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Brisbane C. Loser Sutherland Sharks dropped to the eleventh position with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Sutherland S.: B.Williams 22+6reb+1ast, L.Hutchison 11+2reb+2ast, J.Sheehy 9+1reb+1ast, A.Cabrera 9+5reb, G.Gerlach 8+3reb+2ast, C.Norris 7+1reb+2ast
Hills H.: C.Bryant 27+5reb+5ast, I.Sanders 22+6reb+4ast, S.Orsini 15+1reb, M.Smith 15+2reb, L.Moss 7+2reb+4ast, M.Fidel 5+3reb

Penrith P. - Manly Warr. 65-105

Very expected game when 15th ranked Panthers (1-14) were smashed by fifth ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (10-3) in Penrith 105-65 on Saturday. Manly Warr. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Panthers's 38. Manly Warr. forced 20 Penrith turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. New Zealand point guard Mason Bragg (182-1993) notched a double-double by scoring 19 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists to lead the effort and American guard Jonas Harper (188-1999, college: Boston U.) supported him with 25 points. Four Manly Warringah Sea Eagles players scored in double figures. Even 11 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists by guard Benjamin Kearins (190-1994) did not help to save the game for Penrith. Swingman Joshua Kalwy (196-1999) added 11 points and 8 assists for lost side. 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. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles have a solid three-game winning streak. Manly Warr. moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Penrith lost eleventh consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with 14 games lost. They share it with Hornsby S.. Manly Warr. will meet at home Bankstown B. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Penrith will play against the league's second-placed Maitland (#2) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Penrith P.: B.Kearins 11+7reb+6ast, J.Kalwy 11+4reb+8ast, R.Peterson 8+3reb, J.Fetui-Fa'amoe 8+2reb, A.McCarthy 7+3reb+2ast, B.Schwarzer 7+1reb+1ast
Manly Warr.: J.Harper 25, M.Bragg 19+6reb+10ast, A.Pashley 13+6reb, M.Evans 11+6reb+3ast, L.Schroeder 10+4reb+1ast, M.Eldridge 8+7reb+2ast

BA CoE - Hornsby S. 75-81

There was a surprise result when sixteenth ranked Spiders (1-14) won against higher ranked Excellence (12-5) in Canberra 81-75 on Saturday. Hornsby S. made 18-of-20 free shots (90.0 percent) during the game. Swingman Isaiah Walter (194-2004) notched 18 points and 4 assists to lead the effort and center Aaron Redhead (-1998) supported him with 16 points and 6 rebounds. Even 17 points and 7 rebounds by the former international guard Kye Savage (186-2005) did not help to save the game for BA CoE. New Zealand center Julius Halaifonua (214-2006) added 16 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Four Hornsby S. and five BA CoE players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Spiders left bottom position moving up to fifteenth place, which they share with Penrith. Loser Excellence keeps the third position with five games lost. Hornsby S. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. BA CoE will play against Newcastle F. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: K.Savage 17+7reb+3ast, J.Halaifonua 16+7reb+3ast, J.Furphy 14+7reb+3ast, E.Adair 12+5reb, C.Brogan 10+2reb+6ast, O.Goodman 6
Hornsby S.: I.Walter 18+3reb+4ast, A.Redhead 16+6reb+1ast, S.Hall 12+4reb+3ast, B.Ansuh-Yeboah 11+5reb+1ast, A.Sidhu 9+5reb+2ast, A.Carswell 6+3reb+1ast

Sydney C. - Illawarra H. 2 120-81

Not a big story in a game when 14th ranked Hawks (2-12) were outscored by tenth ranked Sydney City Comets (7-7) in Alexandria 120-81 on Saturday. Sydney C. dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Hawks's 44. Sydney C. outrebounded Illawarra H. 2 44-31 including 30 on the defensive glass. Sydney C. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Guard Biwali Bayles (185-2002, college: Hawaii) notched 24 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the effort and center Christian Aukuso (201-2005) supported him with 24 points and 11 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). Four Sydney City Comets players scored in double figures. Even 26 points by American point guard Matt Frierson (185-1997, college: Citadel) did not help to save the game for Illawarra H. 2. Forward Jacob Smith (198, college: Dakota Bottin.) added 14 points for lost side. 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. Sydney C. moved-up to ninth place. Illawarra H. 2 lost third consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth position with 12 games lost. Sydney C. will meet Cent.Coast C. (#13) in the next round. Illawarra H. 2 will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Illawarra H. 2: M.Frierson 26+3reb+2ast, J.Smith 14+4reb, P.Dopud 11+5reb+1ast, W.Rice 9+1reb, P.Lancaster 7+4reb+6ast, B.Ballinger 6+7reb+1ast
Sydney C.: B.Bayles 24+6reb+7ast, C.Aukuso 24+11reb+1ast, M.Wacher 12+6reb+3ast, J.Crnogorac 10+6reb+2ast, B.White 9+5reb+2ast, C.Adup 9+1reb+1ast

Norths B. - Cent.Coast C. 110-100

Everything went according to plan when ninth ranked Norths Soul Sports Bears (8-6) defeated 13th ranked Crusaders (3-12) in Crows Nest 110-100 on Saturday. Norths B. made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game. It was a great shooting night for Norths B. especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 58.8 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American Mandrell Worthy (191-1996, college: Azusa Pacific) notched 24 points and 4 assists to lead the effort and the other American import swingman Lewis Holey (196-1994, college: St.Francis, IL) supported him with 16 points and 11 rebounds. Worth to mention Worthy played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. Norths Soul Sports Bears' coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 38 points (!!!) and 7 assists by Robert Heath (-1998) did not help to save the game for Cent.Coast C.. Canadian forward Ben Stevens (207-1999, college: Laurier) added 23 points and 9 rebounds for lost side. Five Norths B. and four Cent.Coast C. players scored in double figures. Norths B. moved-up to eighth place. Cent.Coast C. lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with 12 games lost. They share it with Kilsyth C.. Norths B. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Cent.Coast C. will play against Sydney C. (#9) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cent.Coast C.: R.Heath 38+4reb+7ast, B.Stevens 23+9reb+2ast, C.Nai 11+4reb, J.Trustum 11+1reb+2ast, E.Wardlow 10+3ast, T.Akamarmoi 3+1reb+1ast
Norths B.: M.Worthy 24+3reb+4ast, B.Rymer 19+3ast, L.Holey 16+11reb+1ast, C.Wilks 15+3reb, P.Badalassi 11+7reb+2ast, M.Yoong 8+2reb+5ast

Group North

Northside W. - NGC Seahawks 75-73

There was an upset when higher ranked Seahawks (5-8) were edged by thirteenth ranked Northside Wizards (4-9) in Taigum 75-73 on Saturday. Northside W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Naturalized South Sudanese guard Jackson Makoi (196-2000, college: Daytona St.) notched a double-double by scoring 18 points, 7 rebounds and 14 assists to lead the effort and Lual Diing (205-1998) supported him with 9 points and 11 rebounds. Northside Wizards' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Even 28 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists by guard Cameron Healy (190-1998, college: SUU) did not help to save the game for NGC Seahawks. The former international guard Matthew Kenyon (196-1998) added 20 points and 18 rebounds for lost side. Northside W. moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Eastern M. Loser Seahawks dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with Norwood F.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
NGC Seahawks: C.Healy 28+8reb+5ast, M.Kenyon 20+18reb+3ast, K.Bishop 11+7reb+1ast, N.Salmon 7+3reb, K.De Haan 4+4reb+1ast, J.Stadhams 3+1reb+1ast
Northside W.: J.Makoi 18+7reb+14ast, M.Poulain 9+6reb, J.Richardson 9+5reb, N.McCullough 9+2reb+2ast, L.Diing 9+11reb+1ast, J.Ahale 8+3reb

SD Spartans - Darwin S. 92-106

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Salties (10-3) beat on the road 5th ranked Brisbane Spartans (6-6) 106-92 on Saturday. Darwin S. made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 SD Spartans turnovers. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Chier Maker (203-1995, college: Idaho St.) notched 28 points and 9 rebounds to lead the effort and the former international swingman Makuach Maluach (200-1998, college: N.Mexico) supported him with 26 points and 6 rebounds. Four Salties players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 29 points and 12 rebounds (on 13-of-15 shooting from the field) by New Zealand center Tyrell Harrison (214-1999) did not help to save the game for SD Spartans. The former international guard Mitch Norton (184-1993) added 30 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for lost side. Salties have an impressive five-game winning streak. Darwin S. maintains second position with 10-3 record having seven points less than leader Forestville E., which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Brisbane Spartans dropped to the sixth place with six games lost. Darwin S. will meet Brisbane C. (#4) on the road in the next round. SD Spartans will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
SD Spartans: M.Norton 30+7reb+5ast, T.Harrison 29+12reb+3ast, C.Shervill 9+3reb+1ast, J.Derksen 8, J.Bairstow 8+7reb+5ast, M.Kerle 5+2ast
Darwin S.: K.Noi 28+4reb+2ast, C.Maker 28+9reb+3ast, M.Maluach 26+6reb+2ast, W.Swaka 11+5reb+1ast, S.Macdonald 8+4reb+8ast, D.George 3+1reb

Cairns M. - Gold Coast R. 90-92

There was a minor upset when 7th ranked Cairns Marlins (5-7) were edged at home by tenth ranked Rollers (5-7) 92-90 on Saturday. Gold Coast R. forced 19 Cairns M. turnovers. Naturalized Cypriot guard Reed Nottage (198, college: CBU) notched a double-double by scoring 21 points and 16 rebounds to lead the effort and the former international guard Jason Cadee (186-1991) supported him with 26 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Even 21 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists by the former international guard Alexander Mudronja (196-1999, college: SMC) did not help to save the game for Cairns M.. Forward Kian Dennis (197-2001) added 19 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Gold Coast R. moved-up to seventh place, which they share with Cairns M. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Cairns M.: A.Mudronja 21+8reb+5ast, K.Dennis 19+7reb+2ast, K.Stattmann 18+5reb+1ast, K.Stattmann 17+2reb+1ast, J.Kunen 8+2reb, J.Pitman 7+5reb+4ast
Gold Coast R.: J.Cadee 26+7reb+5ast, R.Nottage 21+16reb+2ast, P.Le Gassick 20+4reb+2ast, D.Titus 10+1reb+2ast, B.Mazlin 9+2reb+4ast, E.Kamu 4+2reb

Mackay M. - USC Rip 117-77

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Rip City (1-1) on the court of first ranked Mackay Meteors. Visitors were rolled over by Mackay Meteors 117-77. Mackay dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Rip City's 38 and made 19-of-22 charity shots (86.4 percent) during the game. Mackay players were unselfish on offense dishing 27 assists. The former international swingman Todd Blanchfield (198-1991) scored 33 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and guard Isaac White (188-1998, college: CBU) chipped in 24 points and 4 assists (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) during the contest. At the losing side point guard Kobe McDowell-White (183-2004) responded with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and naturalized Maltese power forward Nelson Kahler (206-1994, college: CSU-Pueblo, agency: BIG) scored 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Mackay Meteors have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 11-1 record. USC Rip at the other side keeps the fifteenth place with one game lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
USC Rip: K.McDowell-White 19+5reb+5ast, N.Kahler 18+6reb, J.Robateau 10+2reb+3ast, J.Lucas 8+4reb+2ast, C.Urquhart 7+5reb+2ast, D.Dawam 7+2reb+1ast
Mackay M.: T.Blanchfield 33+6reb+4ast, I.White 24+2reb+4ast, C.Maran 12, A.Doyle 10+2reb+1ast, J.Jamerson 10+3reb+3ast, A.Krause 8+10reb+5ast

SW Metro P. - Logan T. 91-95

Very predictable result when third ranked Thunder (9-3) won against 10th ranked South West Metro Pirates (4-7) in Runcorn 95-91 on Saturday. Logan T. made 22-of-29 free shots (75.9 percent) during the game. Guard Zac Triplett (196-2001, college: Portland) notched 30 points to lead the effort and guard Shaun Bruce (190-1991) supported him with 19 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists. Five Thunder players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 16 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists by center Ben Volkman (206-1997, college: Maryville, MO) did not help to save the game for SW Metro P.. Norwegian swingman Tobias Rotegard (201-2000, college: LBSU) added 18 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Logan T. maintains third position with 9-3 record having nine points less than leader Forestville E. Loser South West Metro Pirates dropped to the eleventh place with seven games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
SW Metro P.: T.Rotegard 18+5reb+2ast, K.Woodfall 17+1reb+5ast, B.Volkman 16+10reb+4ast, B.Teys 12+2reb+1ast, R.Siulepa 9+9reb+2ast, J.McLaughlin 8+8reb+5ast
Logan T.: Z.Triplett 30+4reb+2ast, S.Bruce 19+8reb+9ast, C.Dalton 12+10reb+2ast, C.Cedar 11+6reb+3ast, T.Howard 11+7reb+1ast, I.Lee 6+3reb+1ast

Group South

Geelong U. - Melbourne T. 72-66

There was an upset when higher ranked Tigers (7-9) lost to sixteenth ranked United (6-9) in Geelong 66-72 on Saturday. Forward George Blagojevic (203-1997, college: Hartford) notched 25 points and 6 rebounds to lead the effort and American guard Demarcus Gatlin (193-1992, college: SHSU, agency: IceBasket) supported him with 14 points and 7 rebounds. Even 25 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists by forward Mason Gaze (198-2001, college: Lindenwood) did not help to save the game for Melbourne T.. Center Jack Whitbourn (210-2006) added 17 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Geelong U. moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with NW Tasmania. Loser Tigers dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost. They share it with Warwick S. and Perry Lakes H.. Geelong U. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Melbourne T. will play against Frankston B. (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Melbourne T.: M.Gaze 25+6reb+5ast, J.Whitbourn 17+7reb+2ast, J.Purchase 11+8reb+5ast, R.Simankevicius 9+4reb, C.Barker 2+1reb, M.Wearne 2+1reb+1ast
Geelong U.: G.Blagojevic 25+6reb+3ast, L.Jones 18+6reb, D.Gatlin 14+7reb+3ast, D.O'Will 6+4reb, O.Odigie 4+4reb, L.Herbert 3+5reb+3ast

Diamond V.E. - Waverley F. 97-102

Everything went according to plan when fifth ranked Waverley Falcons (10-6) defeated 17th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (4-11) in Greensborough 102-97 on Saturday. Waverley F. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American forward Mason Forbes (206, college: SMC) notched a double-double by scoring 29 points and 14 rebounds (on 14-of-16 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and the other American import point guard Maurice Howard (185-1997, college: Alcorn St., agency: Green Sports Management) supported him with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Howard attended previously one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball. Even a double-double of 26 points and 11 rebounds by center Jock Perry (216-1997, college: UC Riverside) did not help to save the game for Diamond V.E.. Naturalized Sudanese Ngor Manyang (201-1993) added 31 points for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Diamond Valley Eagles' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Waverley F. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Diamond Valley Eagles keeps the seventeenth position with 11 games lost. Waverley F. will meet at home higher ranked Ballarat M. (#3) in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Diamond V.E. will play against the league's leader Mt.Gambier (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Diamond V.E.: N.Manyang 31+4reb, J.Perry 26+11reb+2ast, B.Hobbs 12+9reb+6ast, Z.Tavitian 11+3reb, B.Symons 8+5reb+2ast, E.Kafritsas 7+5ast
Waverley F.: M.Forbes 29+14reb+1ast, M.Howard 21+6reb+7ast, M.McCarthy 17+10reb+5ast, M.Meunier 15+5reb+2ast, D.Kernich-Drew 9+3reb+2ast, M.Harper 9+2reb+1ast

Knox R. - Bendigo B. 97-72

There was no surprise when 14th ranked Bendigo Braves (6-10) were outleveled by tenth ranked Knox Raiders (9-7) in Wantirna South 97-72 on Saturday. Knox R. outrebounded Bendigo 37-26 including 26 on the defensive glass. Knox R. looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Malith Machar (198-1999, college: Midland CC) notched 22 points (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and guard Brody Nunn (185-2002, college: Seattle) supported him with 20 points and 4 assists. Four Knox Raiders players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 18 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists by guard Mitchell Clarke (186-1999) did not help to save the game for Bendigo. Center Billy Smythe (-2002) added 13 points for lost side. 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. Knox R. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Goldfields G. and Rockingham F. Bendigo lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fifteenth position with ten games lost. Knox R. will meet Casey (#19) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Bendigo will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Bendigo B.: M.Clarke 18+6reb+10ast, B.Smythe 13+2reb, D.McCauley 11+3reb, K.Bar 9+3reb+1ast, A.Robinson 8+4reb+1ast, R.Mackenzie 7+1reb+1ast
Knox R.: M.Machar 22+4reb+3ast, B.Nunn 20+3reb+4ast, A.Rapp 12+8reb+3ast, M.Akec 10+5reb, K.Bowen 8+8reb+7ast, K.Feagin 7+2reb+5ast

NW Tasmania - Sandringham S. 80-94

No shocking result in a game when second ranked Sabres (12-4) beat 13th ranked NW Tasmania Thunder (6-9) in Ulverstone 94-80 on Saturday. The former international guard Tanner Krebs (198-1996, college: SMC) notched 18 points and 9 rebounds to lead the effort and New Zealand guard Shea Ili (184-1992) supported him with 18 points and 4 assists (made all of his eight free throws). Even 18 points and 9 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field) by American forward Sekou Sylla (195-2000, college: Towson) did not help to save the game for NW Tasmania. Guard Tre Armstrong (198-2000, college: CBU) added 21 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. Five Sandringham S. and four NW Tasmania players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sabres have an impressive nine-game winning streak. Sandringham S. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Mt.Gambier. NW Tasmania lost third consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Geelong U.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
NW Tasmania: T.Armstrong 21+5reb, S.Sylla 18+9reb+1ast, S.Swalve 11+2reb+5ast, A.Woodhill 10+4reb, B.Woolley 7+2reb+4ast, P.Campbell 5+12reb+2ast
Sandringham S.: J.Foxwell 19+4reb+1ast, S.Ili 18+3reb+4ast, T.Krebs 18+9reb+1ast, C.Blogg 13+2reb, D.Pineau 10+13reb, D.Barlow 5+2reb+1ast

Ringwood H. - Keilor T. 70-77

Very expected game when 16th ranked Ringwood Hawks (6-11) lost to sixth ranked Thunder (10-6) in Heathmont 70-77 on Saturday. Keilor T. made 22-of-28 free shots (78.6 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Keilor T. made 8 blocks. The former international guard Kyle Zunic (188-1999, college: Winthrop) notched a double-double by scoring 15 points, 7 rebounds and 11 assists to lead the effort and forward Daniel Poelsma (202-2004) supported him with 23 points and 5 rebounds. Even a double-double of 19 points and 10 rebounds by American center Braelen Bridges (210-1999, college: Georgia) did not help to save the game for Ringwood. His fellow American import guard Jonathan Lawton (188-1996, college: FSC, agency: IceBasket) added 18 points for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Keilor T. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Ringwood lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth position with 11 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Ringwood H.: B.Bridges 19+10reb+2ast, J.Lawton 18+4reb+3ast, M.Roberts 12, T.Carroll 12+7reb+3ast, N.Nai 6+5reb, S.Lees 3+7reb+2ast
Keilor T.: D.Poelsma 23+5reb+2ast, T.Lakes 17+6reb+2ast, K.Zunic 15+7reb+11ast, C.Beasley 10+7reb+1ast, D.Acuoth 8+13reb, R.Philippe 4+1reb+1ast

Ballarat M. - Dandenong R. 84-86

There was a small surprise when fourth ranked Dandenong Rangers (11-5) edged their close opponent Ballarat Miners (11-4) in Wendouree 86-84 on Saturday. Dandenong R. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American guard Brandon Betson (185, college: Sacramento St.) notched 25 points (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and the former international point guard Tad Dufelmeier (183-1996, college: CUI) supported him with 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Even 22 points and 5 rebounds by guard Luke Rosendale (194-2001) did not help to save the game for Ballarat M.. Naturalized Sudanese power forward Majok Majok (210-1992, college: Ball St.) added 16 points and 7 rebounds for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Dandenong Rangers have an impressive five-game winning streak. Dandenong R. maintains fourth position with 11-5 record. Loser Ballarat Miners dropped to the third place with four games lost. They share the position with Joondalup W.. Dandenong R. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Ballarat M. will play against Waverley F. in Mount Waverley and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: L.Rosendale 22+5reb+3ast, N.Stoddart 17+3reb+3ast, M.Majok 16+7reb+1ast, Z.Dunmore 12+3reb, J.Lloyd 8+6reb+4ast, E.Fiegert 5
Dandenong R.: B.Betson 25+1reb+3ast, T.Dufelmeier 16+6reb+4ast, J.Tryon 14+5reb+2ast, D.Puoch Puoch 12+5reb+4ast, M.Peatling 9+13reb+2ast, J.Roche 6+3reb+3ast

Casey C. - Eltham W. 71-100

Not a big story in a game when 19th ranked Cavaliers (2-14) were outscored by ninth ranked Eltham Wildcats (8-7) in Cranbourne 100-71 on Saturday. Eltham W. dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Cavaliers's 30. The former international guard Angus Glover (192-1998) notched 25 points and 8 rebounds to lead the effort and American forward Ralph Bissainthe (201-1999, college: CMU) supported him with 16 points and 9 rebounds. Five Eltham Wildcats players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 19 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists by American forward Dillon Stith (201-1992, college: St.Vincent) did not help to save the game for Casey. Guard Anthony Karabatsos (188-1997, college: Seton Hill) added 13 points for lost side. 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. Eltham W. maintains ninth position with 8-7 record, which they share with Nunawading S. and Frankston B. Casey lost eleventh consecutive game. They keep the nineteenth place with 14 games lost. Eltham W. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Casey will play against Knox R. (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Casey C.: D.Stith 19+12reb+4ast, A.Karabatsos 13+2reb+2ast, B.Adjehi 10+3reb, J.Tomasi 8+7reb, P.Bungei 7+2reb+3ast, A.Thoseby 6+3reb+2ast
Eltham W.: A.Glover 25+8reb, R.Bissainthe 16+9reb+1ast, O.Foxwell 13+5reb+3ast, J.Sykes 13+6reb+2ast, S.Short 11+7reb+7ast, O.Magbegor 8+1reb

Frankston B. - Nunawading S. 93-102

There was a small surprise when eleventh ranked Spectres (8-7) defeated their close opponent Frankston Blues (8-7) in Seaford 102-93 on Saturday. Guard Kingsley Box (196-2001, college: SUU) notched 29 points to lead the effort and American guard Jalen Johnson (198-1997, college: Mercer) supported him with 20 points and 7 rebounds. Even 9 points and 18 rebounds by forward Daniel Trist (206-1992, college: Lafayette) did not help to save the game for Frankston B.. American power forward Stokley Chaffee (204-1996, college: Tennessee St.) added 20 points and 6 rebounds for lost side. Five Nunawading S. and four Frankston B. players scored in double figures. Nunawading S. moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Frankston B. and Eltham W. Nunawading S. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Frankston B. will play against Melbourne T. (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: S.Chaffee 20+6reb+1ast, L.Barker 17+5reb+2ast, B.Newley 15, L.Barker 15+1reb+2ast, I.Hadziomerovic 9+3reb+1ast, D.Trist 9+18reb+3ast
Nunawading S.: K.Box 29+3reb+1ast, J.Johnson 20+7reb+2ast, N.Tata 12+4reb, J.Gandolfo 12+1reb+8ast, C.D'Angelo 11+3reb+1ast, T.Hankerson 11+5reb+6ast

Kilsyth C. - Mt.Gambier 81-90

There was no surprise when 18th ranked Kilsyth Cobras (3-12) lost at home to second ranked Mount Gambier Pioneers (12-4) 90-81 on Saturday. Forward Akech Aliir (200-2000) notched 34 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds (perfect from downtown making all five shots) to lead the effort and international swingman Nick Marshall (196-1999, college: Clarke) supported him with 21 points and 4 assists. Even 27 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists by swingman Corey Jeffs (203-1994, college: Winona St.) did not help to save the game for Kilsyth C.. Center Timothy Lang (206-1985, college: Stetson) added 16 points and 4 assists for lost side. Kilsyth Cobras' coach tested eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Mount Gambier Pioneers have a solid three-game winning streak. Mt.Gambier keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Sandringham S. Kilsyth C. lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the thirteenth place with 12 games lost. They share the position with Cent.Coast C.. Mt.Gambier will meet Diamond V.E. (#17) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Kilsyth C. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Kilsyth C.: C.Jeffs 27+8reb+4ast, T.Lang 16+3reb+4ast, D.Riak 12+6reb+3ast, A.Tomada 8+5reb+2ast, H.MacDonald 4+1reb+1ast, J.Duach 4+3reb
Mt.Gambier: A.Aliir 34+7reb+2ast, N.Marshall 21+4reb+4ast, C.Peevy 13+6reb, T.Robinson 9+6reb, D.Marshall 8+2reb, K.De Wit 3+4reb+4ast

Group West

Mandurah M. - Warwick S. 107-103

No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Magic (10-6) beat 8th ranked Senators (7-9) in Mandurah 107-103 on Saturday. American point guard Joel Murray (183-1999, college: LBSU, agency: Slash Sports) notched 47 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 9 assists (on 19-of-25 shooting from the field) to lead the effort and naturalized French swingman Julian Pesava (193-1995, college: Wayland Baptist) supported him with 21 points and 5 rebounds. Four Magic players scored in double figures. Even 40 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds by American forward Todd Withers (202-1996, college: Queens, NC) did not help to save the game for Warwick S.. George Pearl added 23 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for lost side. Mandurah moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Warwick S. lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with nine games lost. They share it with Melbourne T. and Perry Lakes H.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Warwick S.: T.Withers 40+5reb+1ast, M.Harris 23+5reb+5ast, G.Pearl 23+8reb+7ast, J.Thwaites 9+3reb+3ast, T.Shand 4+15reb+7ast, A.Litterick 4+3reb
Mandurah M.: J.Murray 47+8reb+9ast, J.Pesava 21+5reb+2ast, L.Bertram 13+4reb+1ast, M.Durr 11+9reb+1ast, C.Easley 6+3reb, J.Molnar 5+1reb+2ast

SW Slammers - East Perth E. 89-95

Very expected game when 13th ranked Slammers (3-13) lost to seventh ranked Eagles (10-6) in Bunbury 89-95 on Saturday. The former international forward David Okwera (208-2002) notched a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds to lead the effort and American center Lukas Milner (208-2000, college: Boise St., agency: One Motive Sports) supported him with 17 points and 9 rebounds. Even 27 points and 8 rebounds by American swingman Buay Tuach (198-1995, college: LMU, agency: Haylett Sports) did not help to save the game for SW Slammers. His fellow American import forward Alex Holcombe (206-1998, college: DBU) added 10 points, 12 rebounds and 4 blocks for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Eagles have a solid three-game winning streak. East Perth E. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. SW Slammers lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with 13 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
SW Slammers: B.Tuach 27+8reb+1ast, M.Wugol 16+3reb+1ast, X.Cotton 14+4reb, A.Holcombe 10+12reb+1ast, P.Keats 8+6reb+9ast, D.Craig 7+4reb
East Perth E.: T.Young 18+2reb+2ast, L.Milner 17+9reb+1ast, D.Okwera 16+13reb+3ast, L.Roberts 13+8reb+2ast, S.Reath 10+7reb+1ast, S.Watson 8+6reb+4ast

Cockburn C. - Lakeside L. 74-100

Rather predictable result when eleventh ranked Lightning (5-9) rolled over 13th ranked Cougars (3-14) in Hamilton Hill 100-74 on Saturday. Lakeside L. dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Cougars's 38. Lakeside L. outrebounded Cockburn C. 51-25 including a 30-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. Lakeside L. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Cockburn C.'s players. American forward Marshawn Blackmon (196-1997, college: Newman) notched 25 points, 9 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals to lead the effort and forward Joshua Davey (198-2000, college: LCU) supported him with 18 points and 14 rebounds. Five Lightning players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 37 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds by the former international forward Rhys Vague (206-1996) did not help to save the game for Cockburn C.. Swingman Gavin Field (202-1989, college: UWG) added 15 points for lost side. 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. Lakeside L. moved-up to tenth place. Cockburn C. lost eleventh consecutive game. They dropped to the fourteenth position with 14 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Cockburn C.: R.Vague 37+10reb+3ast, G.Field 15+3reb, J.Hunt 14+1reb+3ast, J.Palelei 5+1reb, K.Armour 3+1reb+3ast, M.Clifford 0+4reb
Lakeside L.: M.Blackmon 25+9reb+8ast, M.Adewunmi 19+2reb+6ast, J.Davey 18+14reb+1ast, M.Richards 13+10reb+4ast, B.Lee 11+4reb+1ast, D.Jackson 7+1reb+1ast

Goldfields G. - Willetton T. 87-90

Not a big story in a game when 6th ranked Giants (9-7) were edged by second ranked Tigers (13-2) in Kalgoorlie 90-87 on Saturday. Willetton T. outrebounded Goldfields G. 50-39 including 40 on the defensive glass. Willetton T. looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Guard Damien Scott (192-1992) notched 25 points to lead the effort and forward Thomas Gerovich (200-2004) supported him with 14 points and 11 rebounds. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. Even 27 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists by American point guard Randy Bell (193-1998, college: Dalton St.) did not help to save the game for Goldfields G.. His fellow American import forward DeSean Parsons (201-1995, college: Portland St.) added 25 points and 8 rebounds for lost side. Tigers have an impressive five-game winning streak. Willetton T. maintains second position with 13-2 record behind leader Forestville E. Loser Giants keeps the sixth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Rockingham F. and Knox R.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Goldfields G.: R.Bell 27+9reb+9ast, D.Parsons 25+8reb+2ast, D.Ballantyne 10+2reb+1ast, K.Anguik 9+3reb+2ast, M.Malek 9+12reb+1ast, J.Reid 4+1reb+2ast
Willetton T.: D.Scott 25+3reb+1ast, T.Gerovich 14+11reb+2ast, M.Nelson 13+9reb+4ast, M.Dupree 10+5reb+7ast, T.Musumeci 8+3reb, R.Williams 8+4reb+3ast

Rockingham F. - Geraldton B. 94-116

Everything went according to plan when first ranked Buccaneers (15-1) outplayed 7th ranked Flames (9-7) in Rockingham 116-94 on Saturday. Geraldton B. outrebounded Rockingham F. 44-29 including 16 on the offensive glass. Geraldton B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Naturalized American power forward Liam Hunt (201-1995, college: HIU) notched 24 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and guard Johny Narkle (198-2001) supported him with 17 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists. Even a double-double of 29 points and 11 rebounds by center Gorjok Gak (211-1996, college: CBU) did not help to save the game for Rockingham F.. Point guard Ryan Godfrey (187-1990, college: UWG) added 17 points and 7 assists for lost side. Five Geraldton B. and four Rockingham F. 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. Buccaneers have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Geraldton B. maintains first position with 15-1 record. Loser Flames dropped to the sixth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Goldfields G. and Knox R.. Geraldton B. will meet Perry Lakes H. (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Rockingham F. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: G.Gak 29+11reb+2ast, R.Godfrey 17+1reb+7ast, T.Durnin 16+4reb, J.Combs 15+5reb+2ast, J.Beard 9+3reb+3ast, E.Dech 3
Geraldton B.: L.Hunt 24+9reb+4ast, J.Narkle 17+8reb+8ast, A.Ralph 13+2reb, J.Garbrah 13+2reb+1ast, J.Keyes 11+5reb+3ast, J.Braun 11+4reb+4ast

Kalamunda ES - Joondalup W. 68-93

There was no surprise when 11th ranked Suns (5-11) were outleveled by third ranked Wanneroo (11-4) in Kalamunda 93-68 on Saturday. Joondalup W. shot 62.3 percent from the field. Joondalup W. outrebounded Kalamunda ES 42-29 including a 37-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Joondalup W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. American swingman CJ Turnage (201-1995, college: SVSU) notched 20 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists to lead the effort and the other American import forward Jacob Wiley (201-1998, college: Marian, IN, agency: Helping Ballers) supported him with 18 points and 10 rebounds. Four Wanneroo players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 14 points and 11 rebounds by British forward Raphell Thomas-Edwards (198-1993, college: Gannon) did not help to save the game for Kalamunda ES. American forward Marek Nelson (201-1999, college: Nicholls, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) added 17 points and 5 rebounds for lost side. 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. Wanneroo have a solid three-game winning streak. Joondalup W. maintains third position with 11-4 record having four points less than leader Forestville E., which they share with Ballarat M. Loser Suns keeps the eleventh place with 11 games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Kalamunda ES: M.Nelson 17+5reb, R.Thomas-Edwards 14+11reb+2ast, S.Salinas 9+3reb+1ast, R.Maxwell 7+1reb+2ast, J.Stoker 7+3reb+1ast, I.Lavalaye 6+1reb+3ast
Joondalup W.: C.Turnage 20+8reb+6ast, J.Wiley 18+10reb+3ast, C.Jurlina 17+3reb+4ast, J.Wade 14+2reb, V.Chadinha 11+3reb+2ast, C.Davis 6+7reb+6ast