NBL One Round 12 (Regular Season): Forestville E. keep a leadership position

The round was exceptionally exciting as four 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 smashed 8th ranked Eastern Mavericks in Goodwood 93-67. Forestville E. dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Eastern Mavericks's 36 and made 25-of-33 free shots (75.8 percent) during the game. Forestville E. outrebounded Eastern M. 46-25 including a 32-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Forestville E. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international center Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) who scored 22 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Greg Mays (203-1993, college: Green Bay) chipped in 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was forward BJ Symons (-1998, agency: Dominion Sports Group) who recorded 26 points (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. Forestville Eagles (11-1) have an impressive ten-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with C.District L. Eastern M. lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Norwood F.. Eastern M. will play next round against strong Woodville W. trying to get back on the winning streak. Forestville E. will try to continue on its current victory against third ranked Woodville W. in Flinders Park.
Top ranked Excellence (13-3) recorded its third loss in Wollongong. Visitors were rolled over by fourth ranked Hawks (10-3) 102-72. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Excellence. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. It was a good game for the former international swingman Todd Blanchfield (198-1991) who led his team to a victory with 26 points and 5 assists. Lachlan Dent contributed with 14 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Hawks' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Alexander Dickeson (191-2007) replied with 27 points and 7 rebounds for BA CoE. Hawks have an impressive six-game winning streak. Illawarra H. 2 moved-up to second place, which they share with Sydney C. and Willetton T. BA CoE at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. Illawarra H. 2 will play against Inner WB (#14) in Inner West in the next round which should be another easy win for them. BA CoE will play at home against Cent.Coast C. (#7) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
A very close game took place in Melbourne between Raiders and Pioneers. First ranked Raiders (13-2) got a very close home victory over second-best Pioneers (10-5). Raiders managed to escape with a 1-point win 106-105 in the fight for the first place. Worth to mention a great performance of Brayon Blake who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 29 points and 11 rebounds. The best for the losing side was Titus Robinson with 22 points and 9 rebounds. Raiders have an impressive nine-game winning streak. Knox R. maintains first position with 13-2 record. Loser Pioneers keeps the second place with five games lost. They share the position with Hobart C.. Knox R. will meet NW Tasmania (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Mt.Gambier will play against Melbourne T. (#5) and hope to secure a win.

Rest of the games of round 12 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Sturt S. was crushed by C.District L. in Gawler 109-86. N.Adelaide R. was smashed by Woodville W. at home 60-82. Norwood F. lost to Southern T. on the opponent's court 67-82. W.Adelaide B. managed to outperform S.Adelaide P. in a home game 97-89. C.District L. managed to beat S.Adelaide P. on the road 103-91. Forestville E. crushed W.Adelaide B. on its own court 100-69. Canberra B. beat Manly Warr. in a road game 102-90. BA CoE won against Newcastle F. at home 86-80. Cent.Coast C. managed to outperform Hills H. on the opponent's court 83-78. Albury W.B. recorded a loss to Norths B. in a home game 75-80. Sydney C. defeated Inner WB on the road 81-77. Penrith was beaten by HKBA Spiders on its own court 89-91. Bankstown B. lost to Illawarra H. 2 in Wollongong 100-112. Sutherland managed to outperform Maitland at home 87-75. Canberra B. rolled over Penrith on the opponent's court 96-64. Ipswich F. was defeated by Logan T. in a home game 87-90. SD Spartans were beaten by Townsville H. on the road 103-95. Northside W. lost to SC Phoenix on its own court 68-85. SD Spartans managed to outperform Cairns M. in Brisbane 104-90. Mackay managed to beat SW Metro P. at home 95-89. SW Metro P. defeated Rockhampton on the opponent's court 106-100. Dandenong R. was beaten by Hobart C. in a home game 93-97. NW Tasmania was destroyed by Casey on the road 102-82. Kilsyth C. unfortunately lost to Mt.Gambier on its own court 99-100. Ballarat M. recorded a loss to Keilor T. in Melbourne 66-77. Eltham W. was defeated by Bendigo at home 86-92. Geelong U. was smashed by Ringwood on the opponent's court 110-82. Knox R. lost to Melbourne T. in a home game 78-85. Sandringham S. outscored Diamond V.E. on the road 102-67. Frankston B. recorded a loss to Waverley F. on its own court 101-113. NW Tasmania defeated Geelong U. in Ulverstone 97-85. Nunawading S. was beaten by Ballarat M. at home 83-96. Eltham W. lost to Sandringham S. on the opponent's court 87-99. Melbourne T. unfortunately lost to Hobart C. in a home game 79-91. Ringwood managed to beat Frankston B. on the road 91-88. Rockingham F. crushed SW Slammers on its own court 116-69. Cockburn was beaten by Lakeside L. in North Lake 93-86. Perth R. lost to Kalamunda ES at home 91-106. Mandurah was outscored by Geraldton B. on the opponent's court 70-103. Perry Lakes H. recorded a loss to Joondalup W. in a home game 74-90. East Perth E. was defeated by Willetton T. on the road 83-82. Goldfields G. was smashed by Warwick S. on its own court 75-107.
The best stats of 12th round was 18 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists by Alexander Starling of Forestville E..

Group central

Forestville E. - Eastern M. 93-67

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Forestville Eagles as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Forestville Eagles smashed 8th ranked Eastern Mavericks in Goodwood 93-67. Forestville E. dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Eastern Mavericks's 36 and made 25-of-33 free shots (75.8 percent) during the game. Forestville E. outrebounded Eastern M. 46-25 including a 32-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Forestville E. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international center Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) who scored 22 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Greg Mays (203-1993, college: Green Bay) chipped in 17 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was forward BJ Symons (-1998, agency: Dominion Sports Group) who recorded 26 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and American forward Dominic Jackson (203-1997, college: TAMIU, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) added 25 points and 5 rebounds respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Forestville Eagles (11-1) have an impressive ten-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with C.District L. Eastern M. lost sixth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Norwood F.. Eastern M. will play next round against strong Woodville W. trying to get back on the winning streak. Forestville E. will try to continue on its current victory against third ranked Woodville W. in Flinders Park.
Top scorers:
Eastern M.: B.Symons 26+3reb+3ast, D.Jackson 25+5reb, L.Hunter 4+4reb+1ast, J.Bowden 4+2reb+1ast, B.Robinson 3+3reb+2ast, O.Raneberg 3+1reb+2ast
Forestville E.: D.Johnson 22+8reb+4ast, G.Mays 17+7reb+4ast, A.Starling 12+7reb+3ast, J.Wilson 11+3reb+1ast, A.Doyle 8+3reb+5ast, F.Ipassou 8+7reb+2ast

C.District L. - Sturt S. 109-86

There was no surprise in Gawler where 5th ranked Sturt Sabres (4-7) were crushed by second ranked Central District Lions (11-1) 109-86 on Saturday. C.District L. made 26-of-32 free shots (81.3 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Koen Sapwell (193-1999, college: CS Monterey) who helped to win the game recording 23 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals and New Zealand point guard Jack Stanwix (183-2000) who added 24 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Central District Lions players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was the former international center Benjamin Griscti (211-2002, college: UC Riverside) with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds and American guard Jordan Forbes (193-1998, college: Salem) scored 23 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Central District Lions have an impressive seven-game winning streak. C.District L. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Forestville E. Loser Sturt Sabres dropped to the sixth place with seven games lost. They share the position with Southern T.. C.District L. will meet at home N.Adelaide R. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sturt S. will play against Norwood F. (#8) in Marden and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sturt S.: B.Griscti 25+14reb+1ast, J.Forbes 23+7reb+9ast, S.Black 14+5reb+3ast, S.Griffin 9+6reb+1ast, D.Nash 4+2reb+1ast, J.Tucker 3
C.District L.: J.Stanwix 24+5reb+4ast, K.Sapwell 23+5reb+9ast, D.Manyang 13+4reb, M.Manyang 13+5reb+3ast, E.Abogidi 11+10reb, K.Sapwell 10+2reb+2ast

N.Adelaide R. - Woodville W. 60-82

No shocking result in a game in Greenacres where fourth ranked Woodville Warriors (7-4) smashed 10th ranked Rockets (2-9) 82-60 on Saturday. Woodville W. had a 38-24 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Nicholas Wurm (183-1997, college: Dickinson St.) who helped to win the game recording 23 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals and American power forward Joe Jackson (201-1996, college: IU Southeast) who added 12 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Four Woodville Warriors players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American point guard Bijan Johnson (183-1997, college: NM Military) with 15 points and 4 assists and Machar Machar scored 9 points and 10 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Woodville W. moved-up to third place. N.Adelaide R. lost third consecutive game. They keep the tenth position with nine games lost. Woodville W. will meet Eastern M. (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. N.Adelaide R. will play against Southern T. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
N.Adelaide R.: B.Johnson 15+3reb+4ast, M.Machar 9+10reb+1ast, K.McCalop 9+10reb+1ast, J.Sangster 8+4reb+4ast, M.Al Ani 7+6reb, P.Dopud 4+3reb+1ast
Woodville W.: N.Wurm 23+5reb+4ast, J.Jackson 12+7reb+1ast, B.Sloan 10+4reb+1ast, T.Troussel 10+4reb, R.Meldrum 9+9reb+1ast, S.Parfitt 7+4reb+1ast

Southern T. - Norwood F. 82-67

Everything could happen in Morphett Vale at the game between two tied teams. Both seventh ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers and 9th ranked Norwood Flames had identical 3-7 record. This time Noarlunga City Southern Tigers used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Marden 82-67 on Saturday night. Southern T. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Jarvis Summers (190-1993, college: Ole Miss, agency: Haylett Sports) who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists and the other American import forward Jarvis Doles (203-1998, college: UMBC, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) who added 18 points and 11 rebounds during the contest. Doles is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Noarlunga City Southern Tigers players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Riley Harrap (-2000) with 27 points and point guard Cooper Osborne (183-2004) scored 12 points and 7 rebounds. Southern T. (4-7) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Sturt S. Loser Norwood Flames dropped to the eighth position with eight games lost. They share it with Eastern M.. Southern T. will meet N.Adelaide R. (#10) in the next round. Norwood F. will play against Sturt S. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Norwood F.: R.Harrap 27+2reb+3ast, C.Osborne 12+7reb+3ast, A.Janssan 10+10reb+1ast, O.Sabine 8+1reb, L.Bleechmore 4+5reb+1ast, D.Rinaldi 3+2reb
Southern T.: J.Summers 22+6reb+9ast, J.Doles 18+11reb+2ast, L.Ajith 12+5reb, H.Morris 10+5reb+5ast, S.Bol 7+5reb+2ast, J.Molnar 5+1reb+1ast

W.Adelaide B. - S.Adelaide P. 97-89

There was a small surprise in Woodville where fifth ranked Bearcats (5-7) beat one of their biggest challengers South Adelaide Panthers (7-5) 97-89 on Saturday. W.Adelaide B. outrebounded S.Adelaide P. 45-33 including 31 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized New Zealand guard Keanu Rasmussen (188-2003, college: CBU) who helped to win the game recording 28 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and American center Jacob Tryon (211-1998, college: Samford) who added 18 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Five Bearcats players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American forward Kaleb Warner (201-1995, college: WOU, agency: Starting 5) with 27 points and 6 rebounds and guard Curtis Scott (190-2003, college: Ottawa, KS) scored 13 points and 4 assists. W.Adelaide B. maintains fifth position with 5-7 record, which they share with East Perth E. and HKBA Spiders. Loser South Adelaide Panthers dropped to the fourth place with five games lost. W.Adelaide B. will meet at home Norwood F. (#8) in the next round. S.Adelaide P. will play against Sturt S. (#6) in Pasadena and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
S.Adelaide P.: K.Warner 27+6reb+3ast, C.Scott 13+1reb+4ast, C.Brandon 10+4reb+1ast, D.Smith 10+5reb, T.Kubank 7+5reb+3ast, L.McVeigh 7+4reb+1ast
W.Adelaide B.: K.Rasmussen 28+6reb+8ast, J.Tryon 18+8reb+1ast, C.Huefner 16+10reb, L.Mayen 11+12reb+2ast, A.Dau 11+5reb+3ast, S.Stock 8+1reb

S.Adelaide P. - C.District L. 91-103

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 3rd ranked South Adelaide Panthers' (7-5) home loss to second ranked Central District Lions (11-1) 91-103 on Sunday. C.District L. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of Efemena Abogidi who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 30 points and 20 rebounds and New Zealand point guard Jack Stanwix (183-2000) who added 14 points and 5 assists during the contest. Central District Lions' coach let to play all 12 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was American forward Chris Brandon (203, college: NKU, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds and his fellow American import forward Kaleb Warner (201-1995, college: WOU, agency: Starting 5) scored 16 points and 5 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Central District Lions have an impressive seven-game winning streak. C.District L. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Forestville E. Loser South Adelaide Panthers dropped to the fourth place with five games lost. C.District L. will meet at home N.Adelaide R. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. S.Adelaide P. will play against Sturt S. (#6) in Pasadena and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
S.Adelaide P.: C.Brandon 24+12reb+2ast, L.McVeigh 16+3reb+2ast, K.Warner 16+5reb+2ast, C.Scott 15+1ast, J.Hoppo 8+6reb+4ast, T.Kubank 6+1reb+4ast
C.District L.: E.Abogidi 30+20reb+1ast, K.Sapwell 19+2reb+1ast, J.Stanwix 14+4reb+5ast, M.Manyang 11+4reb+3ast, C.Jewell 8+8reb, K.Sapwell 6+2reb+5ast

Forestville E. - W.Adelaide B. 100-69

Everything went according to plan in Goodwood where second ranked Forestville Eagles (11-1) outleveled 5th ranked Bearcats (5-7) 100-69 on Sunday. Forestville E. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Bearcats's 28. Forestville E. looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Alexander Starling (198-1989, college: BCU) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists and the other American import forward Greg Mays (203-1993, college: Green Bay) who added 24 points and 12 rebounds during the contest. Five Forestville Eagles players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was naturalized South Sudanese forward Lat Mayen (206-1998, college: Nebraska) with 11 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Cameron Huefner (203-2001, college: SHSU) scored 16 points and 5 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Forestville Eagles have an impressive ten-game winning streak. Forestville E. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with C.District L. Loser Bearcats keeps the fifth place with seven games lost. They share the position with East Perth E. and HKBA Spiders. Forestville E. will meet Woodville W. (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. W.Adelaide B. will play against Norwood F. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
W.Adelaide B.: C.Huefner 16+5reb, J.Tryon 12+1reb, L.Mayen 11+6reb+5ast, K.Rasmussen 7+5reb+4ast, A.Dau 7+7reb+2ast, S.Stock 4
Forestville E.: G.Mays 24+12reb+1ast, D.Johnson 18+5reb+7ast, A.Starling 18+15reb+6ast, A.Doyle 12+2reb+5ast, F.Ipassou 10+3reb, O.Hulland 8

Group east

Manly Warr. - Canberra B. 90-102

There was no surprise in Narrabeen where 7th ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (6-7) were defeated by fourth ranked Canberra B. (10-4) 102-90 on Saturday. Canberra B. outrebounded Manly Warr. 39-21 including a 28-13 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of center Glenn Morison (208-1999, college: St.Edward's) who helped to win the game recording 32 points and 9 rebounds (on 13-of-16 shooting from the field) and forward William Mayfield (-2000) who added 22 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was New Zealand point guard Mason Bragg (182-1993) with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 8 rebounds and 17 assists and guard Isaiah Lee (188-2000, college: Sacramento St.) scored 23 points. Five Manly Warr. players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Canberra B. maintains fourth position with 10-4 record. Manly Warr. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with seven games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Canberra B. will meet at home Cent.Coast C. (#7) in the next round. Manly Warr. will play against Maitland and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Manly Warr.: I.Lee 23+2reb+1ast, M.Bragg 18+8reb+17ast, J.Munro 16+2reb, P.Purifoy 15+4reb, S.Valkovic 12+1reb, O.Hammond 3
Canberra B.: G.Morison 32+9reb+2ast, W.Mayfield 22+9reb+6ast, B.Bruton 10+3ast, J.Toohey 9+7reb+1ast, E.Wardlow 7+4reb, A.Byatt 7+3reb+1ast

BA CoE - Newcastle F. 86-80

No shocking result in a game in Canberra where first ranked Excellence (13-3) defeated 6th ranked Falcons (6-7) 86-80 on Saturday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Alexander Dickeson (191-2007) who helped to win the game recording 24 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and center James Merwe (209-2007) who added 10 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Myles Cherry (203-1998, college: Lafayette) with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists and American guard EJ Stephens (190-1999, college: Minnesota) scored 20 points and 5 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Four Newcastle F. players scored in double figures. Falcons' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Excellence have a solid four-game winning streak. BA CoE maintains first position with 13-3 record. Loser Falcons keeps the sixth place with seven games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. BA CoE will meet at home Cent.Coast C. (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. Newcastle F. will play against Penrith and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Newcastle F.: E.Stephens 20+5reb+2ast, M.Maluach 17+3reb+1ast, M.Cherry 14+11reb+5ast, R.Beisty 12+4reb+4ast, K.Shannon 9+1ast, L.O'Boyle 5+5reb+2ast
BA CoE: A.Dickeson 24+9reb+6ast, M.Kuany 12+6reb, N.Walker 11+2reb, J.Merwe 10+9reb+1ast, C.Brogan 9+4reb+6ast, F.Pavely 8+6reb

Hills H. - Cent.Coast C. 78-83

Everything could happen in Baulkham Hills at the game between two tied teams. Both twelfth ranked Crusaders and 11th ranked Hornets had identical 5-7 record. But Hornets were not able to use a home court advantage and were defeated by the opponent from Terrigal 83-78 on Saturday night. Cent.Coast C. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Garric Young who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 17 rebounds and the other American import swingman Ilisia Washington (194-1998, college: Regis Univ., agency: Dominion Sports Group) who added 21 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American Zachery Hudson (203-1997, college: CBC, agency: Dominion Sports Group) with 19 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized South Sudanese center Deng Gak (208-1998, college: Miami, FL) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds. Four Cent.Coast C. and five Hills H. players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Cent.Coast C. (6-7) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Hornets dropped to the thirteenth position with eight games lost. Cent.Coast C. will meet league's leader BA CoE in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Hills H. will play against HKBA Spiders (#12) in Hornsby and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Hills H.: Z.Hudson 19+7reb+2ast, M.Payne 12+5reb+3ast, P.Momoisea 12+3reb+3ast, J.Foy 12+2reb, D.Gak 10+13reb+2ast, S.Orsini 6+1ast
Cent.Coast C.: G.Young 27+17reb, I.Washington 21+6reb+7ast, L.Manhom 12+12reb+3ast, T.Akamarmoi 11+4reb+5ast, L.Cassidy 6+2reb+5ast, J.Shoaib 3+1ast

Albury W.B. - Norths B. 75-80

Very predictable result in Albury where tenth ranked Norths Bears (6-7) beat 15th ranked Bandits (3-10) 80-75 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Hunter Goodrick (201-2000, college: CBU) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 rebounds and American guard Austin Patterson (190-2002, college: Montana) who added 15 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Ahren Freeman (201, college: UTRGV) with 16 points and 6 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and forward Matthew Gray (203-1999) scored 15 points and 8 rebounds. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Norths B. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Bandits keeps the fifteenth position with ten games lost. Norths B. will meet at home Newcastle F. (#8) in the next round. Albury W.B. will play against Sydney C. (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Albury W.B.: A.Freeman 16+6reb+1ast, M.Gray 15+8reb, M.La Spina 12+10reb+1ast, S.Lafaele 10+4reb+2ast, J.Cincurak 6+1reb+6ast, S.Hawkins 6+1reb
Norths B.: H.Goodrick 16+11reb+2ast, A.Patterson 15+4reb+1ast, R.Moore 12+4reb+1ast, I.Mitchell 12+5reb+1ast, M.Yoong 6+3reb+1ast, L.Bofinger 4+4reb+1ast

Inner WB - Sydney C. 77-81

Not a big story in a game in Inner West where 14th ranked Bulls (4-9) were defeated by second ranked Sydney City Comets (10-3) 81-77 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Biwali Bayles (185-2002, college: Hawaii) who helped to win the game recording 29 points and 6 assists and naturalized British forward Obi Kyei (206-1994, college: Eckerd) who added 17 points and 12 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was guard Mirko Djeric (193-1995) with 18 points and 9 assists and American forward Dalen Ridgnal (201-2001, college: Wichita St.) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Four Inner WB players scored in double figures. Bulls' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Sydney City Comets have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Sydney C. maintains second position with 10-3 record having just two points less than leader BA CoE, which they share with Willetton T. and Illawarra H. 2. Inner WB lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth place with nine games lost. They share the position with Lakeside L.. Sydney C. will meet Albury W.B. (#15) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Inner WB will play against the league's second-placed Illawarra H. 2 in Wollongong and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Inner WB: M.Djeric 18+3reb+9ast, D.Ridgnal 16+10reb+2ast, A.Swanson 14+8reb+1ast, M.Clark 14+3reb+2ast, D.Subota 7+1reb+1ast, J.Morgan 3+1reb
Sydney C.: B.Bayles 29+4reb+6ast, O.Kyei 17+12reb, A.Mundine 16+2reb+1ast, G.Malual 8+8reb+1ast, V.Foketi 5, W.Hickey 4+8reb+4ast

Penrith P. - HKBA Spiders 89-91

Everything went according to plan in Penrith where thirteenth ranked Spiders (5-7) edged 16th ranked Panthers (3-12) 91-89 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Alexander Sidhu (188-2001) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 14 points and 15 rebounds and American guard Mohamed Kone (188, college: Bemidji St.) who added 17 points during the contest. The best for the losing side was forward Zeke Evans (204-2003) with 7 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists and swingman Jonah Pares (192-2003) scored 10 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Spiders have a solid three-game winning streak. HKBA Spiders moved-up to fifth place, which they share with East Perth E. and W.Adelaide B. Penrith lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth position with 12 games lost. HKBA Spiders will meet at home Hills H. (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Penrith will play against Newcastle F. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Penrith P.: B.Kearins 13+1reb+4ast, L.Charlton 13+3reb+1ast, O.Amajoyi 12+2reb, J.Kalwy 12+7reb+4ast, J.Pares 10+9reb+6ast, B.Schwarzer 9+2reb
HKBA Spiders: M.Kone 17+4reb+3ast, S.Hall 15+2reb+3ast, A.Sidhu 14+15reb+3ast, D.Titus 14+6reb+1ast, A.Douglas 9+10reb, N.Chappell 8+4reb

Illawarra H. 2 - Bankstown B. 112-100

There was no surprise in Wollongong where 9th ranked Bruins (6-8) were defeated by fourth ranked Hawks (10-3) 112-100 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Lachlan Dent (184-2000) who helped to win the game recording 35 points (!!!) and 8 assists and the former international swingman Todd Blanchfield (198-1991) who added 30 points and 12 rebounds during the contest. Five Hawks players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was the former international Jaylin Galloway (198-2002) with 32 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and the former international point guard Jason Cadee (186-1991) scored 31 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Bruins' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Hawks have an impressive six-game winning streak. Illawarra H. 2 moved-up to second place, which they share with Sydney C. and Willetton T. Loser Bruins dropped to the eleventh position with eight games lost. Illawarra H. 2 will meet at home Inner WB (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Bankstown B. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Bankstown B.: J.Galloway 32+8reb+7ast, J.Cadee 31+7reb+5ast, D.Keyes 10+6reb, A.Wolford 8+2reb+2ast, H.Blankley 7+9reb+5ast, G.Majak 5+2reb
Illawarra H. 2: L.Dent 35+3reb+8ast, T.Blanchfield 30+12reb+1ast, M.Mims 14+3reb+4ast, K.McDowell-White 12+9reb+3ast, K.Leslie 10+10reb, C.Maran 6+7reb+2ast

Sutherland S. - Maitland M. 87-75

No shocking result in a game in Sutherland where fifth ranked Sharks (8-5) defeated 8th ranked Mustangs (6-7) 87-75 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized South Sudanese forward Kouat Noi (201-1997, college: TCU) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Lochlan Hutchison (188-1999) who added 12 points and 6 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Christian Little (188-1998, college: Regis Univ.) with 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import Mandrell Worthy (191-1996, college: Azusa Pacific, agency: Starting 5) scored 10 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals. Four Sutherland and five Maitland players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sutherland maintains fifth position with 8-5 record. Maitland lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the sixth place with seven games lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Sutherland will meet at home Hills H. (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Maitland will play against Manly Warr. (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Maitland M.: C.Little 16+6reb+4ast, L.Vea 14+3reb, M.Boc 12+6reb+1ast, B.Parsons 11+6reb, M.Worthy 10+5reb+5ast, D.Millburn 8+1ast
Sutherland S.: K.Noi 21+5reb+4ast, T.Young 13+1reb+1ast, J.Spurgin 13+6reb+1ast, L.Hutchison 12+2reb+6ast, L.Jamieson 9+8reb, A.Cabrera 8+1ast

Penrith P. - Canberra B. 64-96

Very expected game in Penrith where 16th ranked Panthers (3-12) were rolled over by fourth ranked Canberra B. (10-4) 96-64 on Sunday. Canberra B. dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Panthers's 30 and made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Canberra B. outrebounded Penrith 48-35 including a 36-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of forward William Mayfield (-2000) who helped to win the game recording 19 points and 5 rebounds and center Glenn Morison (208-1999, college: St.Edward's) who added 13 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international center Jack McWilliams (216-2003, college: Okla City) with 13 points and 5 rebounds and forward Zeke Evans (204-2003) scored 13 points and 6 rebounds. Five Canberra B. and four Penrith players scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Canberra B. maintains fourth position with 10-4 record. Penrith lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the sixteenth place with 12 games lost. Canberra B. will meet at home Cent.Coast C. (#7) in the next round. Penrith will play against Newcastle F. (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Penrith P.: J.McWilliams 13+5reb+2ast, Z.Evans 13+6reb, J.Pares 12+6reb+1ast, L.Charlton 10+3reb, O.Amajoyi 8+4reb, M.Jongkuch 3+2reb+2ast
Canberra B.: W.Mayfield 19+5reb+3ast, L.Smith 16+3reb, D.Emelifeonwu 14+4reb, G.Morison 13+9reb, B.Bruton 10+3reb+4ast, W.Rice 7+1reb

Illawarra H. 2 - BA CoE 102-72

Top ranked Excellence (13-3) recorded its third loss in Wollongong. Visitors were rolled over by fourth ranked Hawks (10-3) 102-72. It ended at the same time the four-game winning streak of Excellence. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Illawarra H. 2 players were unselfish on offense dishing 26 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by BA CoE's players. It was a good game for the former international swingman Todd Blanchfield (198-1991) who led his team to a victory with 26 points and 5 assists. Point guard Lachlan Dent (184-2000) contributed with a double-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Four Hawks players scored in double figures. Hawks' coach felt very confident that he used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Alexander Dickeson (191-2007) replied with 27 points and 7 rebounds and forward Che Brogan (198-2006) added 16 points in the effort for BA CoE. Hawks have an impressive six-game winning streak. Illawarra H. 2 moved-up to second place, which they share with Sydney C. and Willetton T. BA CoE at the other side still keeps top position with three games lost. Illawarra H. 2 will play against Inner WB (#14) in Inner West in the next round which should be another easy win for them. BA CoE will play at home against Cent.Coast C. (#7) and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: A.Dickeson 27+7reb+2ast, C.Brogan 16+3reb+3ast, M.Kuany 8+7reb+1ast, N.Walker 6+3reb, B.Hanson 6+4reb+2ast, F.Pavely 5+3reb+3ast
Illawarra H. 2: T.Blanchfield 26+4reb+5ast, C.Maran 18+9reb+2ast, K.McDowell-White 16+2reb+10ast, L.Dent 14+10reb+6ast, K.Leslie 9+1reb, M.Mims 8+1reb+1ast

Group north

Ipswich F. - Logan T. 87-90

There was a small surprise in Booval where seventh ranked Thunder (4-4) edged 5th ranked Force (4-4) 90-87 on Saturday. Logan T. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Callum Dalton (206-2000) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 19 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists and the former international guard Matthew Kenyon (196-1998) who added 16 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Four Thunder players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American swingman Lamar Patterson (196-1991, college: Pittsburgh) with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals (went 10 for 10 at the free throw line !!!) and point guard Jason Ralph (178-1995, college: VCSU) scored 15 points. Force's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Thunder have a solid three-game winning streak. Logan T. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Ipswich F.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Ipswich F.: L.Patterson 24+10reb+6ast, J.Ralph 15+4reb+3ast, N.Nai 14+5reb, M.Small 10+3reb, K.Bishop 8+6reb+2ast, D.Mitchell 8+7reb+6ast
Logan T.: C.Dalton 19+13reb+5ast, M.Kenyon 16+13reb+6ast, Z.Triplett 16+4reb+3ast, T.Howard 14+5reb+3ast, J.Hodgson 8+2reb+1ast, T.Fui 7+2reb+2ast

Townsville H. - SD Spartans 103-95

Everything could happen in Hermit Park at the game between two tied teams. Both sixth ranked Townsville Heat and 10th ranked Spartans had identical 3-4 record. This time Townsville Heat used a home court advantage and defeated the opponent from Brisbane 103-95 on Friday night. Townsville H. shot the lights out from three sinking 12 long-distance shots on high 52.2 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized South Sudanese guard Kuany Kuany (201-1994, college: Chaminade) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!), 11 rebounds and 4 assists and American-German Grant Teichmann (191-1996, college: C-N, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) who added 11 points and 8 assists during the contest. Four Townsville Heat players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was the former international guard Kyle Adnam (186-1993) with 30 points and 9 assists and point guard Tamuri Wigness (184-2002) scored 14 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Townsville H. (4-4) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Spartans dropped to the ninth position with five games lost. They share it with Rockhampton. Townsville H. will meet at home Northside W. (#4) in the next round. SD Spartans will play against Mackay (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
SD Spartans: K.Adnam 30+1reb+9ast, J.Morel 14+4reb, T.Wigness 14+5reb+3ast, B.Jones 9+9reb+1ast, N.Kuti 8+5reb+4ast, L.Li 7+1reb
Townsville H.: K.Kuany 36+11reb+4ast, R.Peachey 18, C.Kann 11+5reb+1ast, H.Pennisi 11+2reb, G.Teichmann 11+2reb+8ast, M.Rees 7+5reb+4ast

Northside W. - SC Phoenix 68-85

Everything went according to plan in Taigum where second ranked Phoenix (6-2) won against 4th ranked Wizards (4-4) 85-68 on Saturday. SC Phoenix made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Darnell Robateau (185-1997, college: PLNU) who helped to win the game recording 10 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Erik Kafritsas (195-2002) who added 17 points and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was Joshua Kunen (203-2000, college: USF) with a double-double by scoring 11 points, 15 rebounds and 6 assists and American guard Tyler Williams (196-1996, college: San Diego) scored 19 points and 6 rebounds. Five SC Phoenix and four Northside W. players scored in double figures. Phoenix have a solid three-game winning streak. SC Phoenix maintains second position with 6-2 record having eleven points less than leader BA CoE. Loser Wizards keeps the fourth place with four games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. SC Phoenix will meet at home Rockhampton (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Northside W. will play against Townsville H. (#6) in Hermit Park and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Northside W.: T.Williams 19+6reb+2ast, J.Richardson 15+9reb+2ast, D.McDonald 12+3reb+2ast, J.Kunen 11+15reb+6ast, N.McCullough 7+2reb+2ast, B.Crown 2+3reb+1ast
SC Phoenix: E.Ross 18+5reb+1ast, E.Kafritsas 17+3reb+5ast, D.Ross-Paiwan 14+4reb+1ast, J.Robateau 14+6reb+2ast, N.Kahler 10+11reb+2ast, D.Robateau 10+9reb+6ast

Cairns M. - SD Spartans 90-104

Everything could happen in Cairns at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Spartans and 11th ranked Marlins had identical 2-5 record. But Marlins were not able to use a home court advantage and were defeated by the opponent from Brisbane 104-90 on Saturday night. SD Spartans made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Kyle Adnam (186-1993) who helped to win the game recording 31 points and 5 assists and point guard Tamuri Wigness (184-2002) who added 22 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Spartans' coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. The best for the losing side was swingman Kody Stattmann (202-2000, college: Virginia) with 22 points, 8 rebounds and 9 assists and guard Ky Stattmann (193-2003, college: Daytona St.) scored 11 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. SD Spartans (3-5) moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Rockhampton. Cairns M. lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the twelfth position with six games lost. SD Spartans will meet at home higher ranked Mackay (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Cairns M. will play against Northside W. (#4) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cairns M.: K.Stattmann 22+8reb+9ast, C.AhWang 17+1reb, K.Dennis 14+3reb, T.Drinnan 11+2reb, K.Stattmann 11+9reb+4ast, A.Farmer 10+6reb+1ast
SD Spartans: K.Adnam 31+2reb+5ast, B.Jones 22+8reb+3ast, T.Wigness 22+8reb+4ast, J.Morel 12+11reb+2ast, N.Kuti 10+6reb+4ast, B.Hastings 3+1reb

Mackay M. - SW Metro P. 95-89

No shocking result in a game in Mackay where third ranked Meteors (5-2) defeated 12th ranked South West Metro Pirates (2-5) 95-89 on Saturday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Strangely SW Metro P. outrebounded Mackay 45-32 including 17 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of American guard Jerron Jamerson (194-1992, college: Goshen) who helped to win the game recording 33 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds and forward Cameron Goldfinch (201-1999, college: Newman) who added 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was Canadian-Serbian point guard Dragan Stajic (188-2000, college: Ottawa) with a triple-double by scoring 25 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals and center Ben Volkman (206-1997, college: Maryville, MO) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds. Four Mackay and five SW Metro P. players scored in double figures. Meteors have a solid three-game winning streak. Mackay maintains third position with 5-2 record having thirteen points less than leader BA CoE. SW Metro P. lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh place with five games lost. Mackay will meet SD Spartans (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. SW Metro P. will play against Gold Coast R. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
SW Metro P.: D.Stajic 25+12reb+10ast, R.Siulepa 16+7reb+1ast, B.Volkman 13+10reb+2ast, L.Anderson 12+5reb+2ast, B.Teys 11+3reb+1ast, K.Woodfall 11
Mackay M.: J.Jamerson 33+5reb+3ast, C.Goldfinch 18+8reb+4ast, J.Brenchley 18+5reb+3ast, R.Inkson 11, M.Khalu 6+2reb+1ast, A.Mawein 5+6reb+3ast

Rockhampton R. - SW Metro P. 100-106

There was an upset in Rockhampton where higher ranked Rockets (3-5) were defeated by twelfth ranked South West Metro Pirates (2-5) 106-100 on Sunday. SW Metro P. had a 17-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Roman Siulepa (201-2006) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 27 points and 12 rebounds and forward Lachlan Anderson (206-1997, college: EKU) who added 20 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American swingman Malcolm Bernard (198-1994, college: Xavier) with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!) and his fellow American import forward Jalen Graham (206-2001, college: Arkansas) produced a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds. Five SW Metro P. and four Rockhampton players scored in double figures. SW Metro P. moved-up to eleventh place. Loser Rockets dropped to the ninth position with five games lost. They share it with SD Spartans. SW Metro P. will meet higher ranked Gold Coast R. (#8) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Rockhampton will play against the league's second-placed SC Phoenix where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Rockhampton R.: J.Graham 25+11reb+1ast, M.Bernard 23+5reb+11ast, I.Ayoubi 20+2reb+5ast, M.Majak 10+8reb+2ast, H.Hornery 10+3reb+1ast, J.Blanchard 6+8reb+3ast
SW Metro P.: R.Siulepa 27+12reb+1ast, L.Anderson 20+5reb+3ast, B.Teys 15+4reb+2ast, K.Woodfall 14+3reb+6ast, J.Bairstow 12+9reb+2ast, D.Stajic 11+3reb+4ast

Group south

Dandenong R. - Hobart C. 93-97

Very predictable result in Dandenong where fourth ranked Chargers (10-5) beat 18th ranked Rangers (3-11) 97-93 on Saturday. Worth to mention a great performance of swingman Will Cranston-Lown (185-2000, college: Regis Univ.) who helped to win the game recording 30 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and German center Ole Angerstein (208-1995) who added 27 points and 10 rebounds (on 13-of-15 shooting from the field) during the contest. The best for the losing side was American point guard Bryton Hobbs (183-1991, college: Northeastern St.) with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Sam Davidson (190, college: Rogers St.) scored 18 points. Four Hobart C. and five Dandenong R. players scored in double figures. Chargers have an impressive five-game winning streak. Hobart C. moved-up to second place, which they share with Mt.Gambier. Loser Rangers dropped to the nineteenth position with 11 games lost. Hobart C. will meet at home league's leader Knox R. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Dandenong R. will play against Sandringham S. (#10) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Dandenong R.: B.Hobbs 21+6reb+5ast, S.Davidson 18+4reb+3ast, R.Rapp 15+1reb+3ast, M.Peatling 12+6reb+2ast, R.Monyyong 11+8reb+4ast, J.Roberts 8+1reb+1ast
Hobart C.: W.Cranston-Lown 30+6reb+4ast, O.Angerstein 27+10reb+2ast, J.Richards 21+5reb+5ast, V.DeAngelo 13+4reb+3ast, H.Makeny 3+4reb+1ast, J.Straatsma 3

Casey C. - NW Tasmania 102-82

Not a big story in a game in Cranbourne where 19th ranked NW Tasmania Thunder (4-11) was outplayed by third ranked Cavaliers (9-5) 102-82 on Saturday. Casey dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to NW Tasmania Thunder's 36. They outrebounded NW Tasmania 39-23 including 27 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Nate Roberts (211-2000, college: Washington) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists and American-Kenyan forward Preston Bungei (198-1995, college: Norfolk St.) who added 19 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international guard Kye Savage (186-2005) with 22 points and 5 steals and guard Tre Armstrong (198-2000, college: CBU, agency: Interperformances) scored 15 points. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. NW Tasmania Thunder's coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Despite that victory Casey went down to fourth position due to points difference, which they share with Joondalup W. NW Tasmania lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighteenth place with 11 games lost. Casey will meet at home Ringwood (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. NW Tasmania will play against the league's leader Knox R. (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
NW Tasmania: K.Savage 22+2ast, T.Armstrong 15+4reb, L.Barker 13+4reb+1ast, A.Woodhill 12+4reb, T.Harris 10+2reb+1ast, A.Sullivan 4+5reb+2ast
Casey C.: N.Roberts 21+15reb+5ast, T.Hankerson 20+4reb+4ast, P.Bungei 19+7reb+3ast, H.Marks 17+5reb, T.Robertson 13+3reb+4ast, B.Waller 9+4reb

Kilsyth C. - Mt.Gambier 99-100

Everything went according to plan in Kilsyth where second ranked Pioneers (10-5) edged 6th ranked Cobras (8-7) 100-99 on Saturday. Mt.Gambier forced 19 Kilsyth C. turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Austin Shelley (190-2002, college: WTAM) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and forward Akech Aliir (204-2000) who added 17 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American forward Dillon Stith (200-1992, college: St.Vincent) with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists and Senegalese forward Khadim Sy (208-1997, college: Wake Forest) scored 25 points. Five Mt.Gambier and four Kilsyth C. players scored in double figures. Cobras' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Mt.Gambier maintains second position with 10-5 record despite having the same number of points like the leader BA CoE, which they share with Hobart C. Loser Cobras dropped to the seventh place with seven games lost. They share the position with Frankston B.. Mt.Gambier will meet at home Melbourne T. (#5) in the next round. Kilsyth C. will play against Geelong U. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kilsyth C.: D.Stith 25+13reb+7ast, K.Sy 25+4reb+1ast, J.Ahale 22+2reb+4ast, A.Tomada 13+6reb+3ast, B.Ursich 9+4reb+1ast, C.Jeffs 3+8reb+1ast
Mt.Gambier: A.Shelley 23+1reb+2ast, A.Aliir 17+6reb+3ast, J.Palmer 13+7reb+4ast, D.Marshall 12+2reb+1ast, T.Robinson 12+5reb+3ast, A.Doyle 8+3reb

Keilor T. - Ballarat M. 77-66

There was an upset in Melbourne where higher ranked Miners (8-6) were defeated by sixteenth ranked Thunder (5-9) 77-66 on Saturday. Keilor T. made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Daniel Foster (198-2001, college: Nevada) who helped to win the game recording 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Ryan Philippe (-2004) who added 15 points during the contest. Four Thunder players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was naturalized Sudanese power forward Majok Majok (210-1992, college: Ball St.) with 14 points and 8 rebounds and guard Nicholas Stoddart (188-2000) scored 16 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Keilor T. moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Geelong U. and Perth R. Loser Miners dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Melbourne T.. Keilor T. will meet Eltham W. (#12) on the road in the next round. Ballarat M. will play against Frankston B. (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: N.Stoddart 16+1reb+2ast, M.Majok 14+8reb, M.Puondak 14+4reb, L.Rosendale 8+5reb+3ast, A.Krause 7+3reb+1ast, D.Prim 5+6reb+1ast
Keilor T.: D.Foster 21+9reb+4ast, R.Philippe 15+3reb+2ast, P.Ryan 11+4reb+1ast, D.Poelsma 11+4reb+1ast, D.Thompson 9+4reb+3ast, A.Ayilara 5+6reb+1ast

Eltham W. - Bendigo B. 86-92

There was a small surprise in Eltham where eleventh ranked Braves (8-8) defeated 9th ranked Wildcats (7-7) 92-86 on Saturday. Bendigo made 26-of-34 free shots (76.5 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Eltham W. turnovers. Worth to mention a great performance of Lual Diing (205-1998) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds and American swingman Justin Johnson (198-1999, college: UTRGV) who added 31 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was American guard Xavier Bledson (198-1999, college: Indiana St.) with 20 points and 6 rebounds and guard Gabe Hadley (193-1998) scored 24 points. Four Eltham W. players scored in double figures. Bendigo moved-up to ninth place. Loser Wildcats dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Bendigo will meet Nunawading S. (#11) in the next round. Eltham W. will play against Keilor T. (#16) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: G.Hadley 24+1ast, X.Bledson 20+6reb+2ast, M.McCarron 15+2reb+3ast, J.Sykes 13+10reb+1ast, Z.Cunningham 4+6reb+2ast, O.Magbegor 4+3reb+1ast
Bendigo B.: J.Johnson 31+6reb+2ast, L.Diing 28+11reb+1ast, C.Matthews 24+7reb+1ast, J.Pattinson 5+1reb, I.Fofana 2+5reb, L.O'Brien 2+2reb+1ast

Ringwood H. - Geelong U. 110-82

There was a minor upset in Heathmont where their close opponent United (5-9) was rolled over by fourteenth ranked Ringwood Hawks (7-8) 110-82 on Saturday. Ringwood made 19-of-23 free shots (82.6 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Tanner Krebs (198-1996, college: SMC) who helped to win the game recording 28 points and 6 rebounds and the former international guard Angus Glover (192-1998) who added 22 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Four Ringwood Hawks players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Tristan Forsyth (208-1998, college: CBU, agency: Dominion Sports Group) with 23 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Liam Herbert (182-2001) scored 23 points. United's coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Ringwood Hawks have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Waverley F. Loser United dropped to the eleventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Perth R. and Keilor T.. Ringwood will meet higher ranked Casey (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Geelong U. will play against Kilsyth C. (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Geelong U.: T.Forsyth 23+8reb+1ast, L.Herbert 23+4reb+1ast, G.Blagojevic 10+7reb+3ast, M.Marach 9+3reb, O.Odigie 7+2reb, D.Gatlin 4+7reb+6ast
Ringwood H.: T.Krebs 28+6reb+2ast, A.Glover 22+6reb+6ast, J.Lawton 16+4reb+3ast, M.Richards 11+3reb+1ast, H.Sealey 10+2reb+3ast, L.Eales 9+5reb

Knox R. - Melbourne T. 78-85

There was a surprise result in Melbourne where eighth ranked Tigers (8-6) beat top-ranked Raiders (13-2) 85-78 on Saturday. Melbourne T. made 22-of-25 free shots (88.0 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Tom Wilson (195-1997, college: SMU) who helped to win the game recording 38 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 5 assists (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) and the former international center Harrison Froling (210-1998, college: Marquette) who added 25 points and 5 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international guard Sunday Dech (195-1994, college: Barry) with 26 points and 4 steals and American-Lebanese power forward Norvel Pelle (208-1993, college: Iona, agency: BIG) scored 18 points and 6 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Melbourne T. moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Ballarat M. Loser Raiders still keeps top position with two games lost. Melbourne T. will meet higher ranked Mt.Gambier (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Knox R. will play against NW Tasmania in Ulverstone and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Knox R.: S.Dech 26+4reb+3ast, N.Pelle 18+6reb+1ast, K.Leaupepe 8+4reb, B.Blake 6+7reb+3ast, H.Sewell 6+3reb+1ast, B.Nunn 5+3reb+4ast
Melbourne T.: T.Wilson 38+7reb+5ast, H.Froling 25+5reb+1ast, J.Purchase 7+7reb+2ast, M.Wearne 6+4reb+1ast, M.Gaze 5+4reb, C.Arcidiacono 3+3reb+2ast

Diamond V.E. - Sandringham S. 67-102

Not a big story in a game in Greensborough where 17th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (4-10) were outplayed by thirteenth ranked Sabres (7-7) 102-67 on Saturday. Sandringham S. dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Diamond Valley Eagles's 38. Sandringham S. forced 21 Diamond V.E. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Dash Daniels (195-2007) who helped to win the game recording 23 points and 4 steals and naturalized South Sudanese forward Malith Machar (198-1999, college: Midland CC) who added 19 points and 7 rebounds during the contest. Five Sabres players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was center Jock Perry (216-1997, college: UC Riverside) with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds and swingman Ryley Haywood (194-2004) scored 12 points and 6 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Sabres have an impressive five-game winning streak. Sandringham S. moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Diamond V.E. lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventeenth position with ten games lost. Sandringham S. will meet Dandenong R. (#19) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Diamond V.E. will play against Geelong U. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Diamond V.E.: J.Perry 16+12reb, R.Haywood 12+6reb+1ast, J.Mackenzie 9+5reb+2ast, R.Bowkett 8+3reb+2ast, A.Thoseby 8+1reb, J.Ghee 8+4ast
Sandringham S.: D.Daniels 23+3reb+3ast, M.Machar 19+7reb, C.Asuncion-Byrd 15+4reb+2ast, B.Ayre 12+5reb+7ast, D.Barlow 10+9reb+2ast, T.Koppens 9+7reb+2ast

Frankston B. - Waverley F. 101-113

There was a surprise result in Seaford where twelfth ranked Falcons (7-8) won against higher ranked Blues (8-7) 113-101 on Saturday. Waverley F. dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Blues's 42. Waverley F. forced 20 Frankston B. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward Mason Forbes (206-1999, college: SMC) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 29 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists (on 13-of-16 shooting from the field) and guard Malik Meunier (185-1999) who added 23 points and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was guard Michael Harris (193-1999) with a double-double by scoring 22 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists and New Zealand forward Taane Samuel (200-1999) scored 22 points and 7 rebounds. Four Waverley F. and five Frankston B. players scored in double figures. Despite that victory Waverley F. went down to thirteenth position due to points difference, which they share with Ringwood. Loser Blues dropped to the seventh place with seven games lost. They share the position with Kilsyth C.. Waverley F. will meet at home higher ranked Kilsyth C. (#8) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Frankston B. will play against Ballarat M. in Wendouree and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: T.Samuel 22+7reb+3ast, M.Harris 22+6reb+10ast, K.Box 18+8reb+1ast, L.Barker 16+3reb+5ast, V.Monaghan 11+3reb, I.Hadziomerovic 5+3reb+2ast
Waverley F.: M.Forbes 29+12reb+4ast, M.Meunier 23+4reb+4ast, K.Shabazz 18+4reb+8ast, M.Akec 12+4reb+3ast, M.Harper 11+3reb+1ast, R.Heath 8+4reb+4ast

Geelong U. - NW Tasmania 85-97

There was an upset in Geelong where higher ranked United (5-9) was defeated by nineteenth ranked NW Tasmania Thunder (4-11) 97-85 on Sunday. NW Tasmania made 16-of-16 free shots (100 percent !!!) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Lachlan Barker (188-1996) who helped to win the game recording 29 points and guard Tre Armstrong (198-2000, college: CBU, agency: Interperformances) who added 19 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Four NW Tasmania Thunder players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was forward Tristan Forsyth (208-1998, college: CBU, agency: Dominion Sports Group) with a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds and American guard Demarcus Gatlin (193-1992, college: SHSU) scored 19 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. United's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. NW Tasmania moved-up to eighteenth place. Loser United dropped to the eleventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Perth R. and Keilor T.. NW Tasmania will meet at home league's leader Knox R. in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Geelong U. will play against Kilsyth C. (#8) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Geelong U.: T.Forsyth 36+11reb, D.Gatlin 19+8reb+5ast, M.Marach 10+2reb, L.Herbert 9+2reb, K.Malone 6+2reb+3ast, G.Blagojevic 3+4reb
NW Tasmania: L.Barker 29+2reb+2ast, T.Armstrong 19+9reb+1ast, K.Savage 16+7reb+3ast, T.Harris 16+4reb+2ast, A.Woodhill 8+6reb+1ast, L.Gibson 5+3reb

Knox R. - Mt.Gambier 106-105

A very close game took place in Melbourne between Raiders and Pioneers. First ranked Raiders (13-2) got a very close home victory over second-best Pioneers (10-5). Raiders managed to escape with a 1-point win 106-105 in the fight for the first place. Strangely Mt.Gambier outrebounded Knox R. 48-36 including a 20-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman Brayon Blake (201-1995, college: Idaho) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 29 points and 11 rebounds and the former international point guard Tad Dufelmeier (183-1996, college: CUI) who added 24 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American Titus Robinson (201-1990, college: Buffalo) with 22 points and 9 rebounds and forward Akech Aliir (204-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). Five Knox R. and four Mt.Gambier players scored in double figures. Raiders have an impressive nine-game winning streak. Knox R. maintains first position with 13-2 record. Loser Pioneers keeps the second place with five games lost. They share the position with Hobart C.. Knox R. will meet NW Tasmania (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Mt.Gambier will play against Melbourne T. (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mt.Gambier: T.Robinson 22+9reb, A.Doyle 18+8reb, D.Marshall 17+2reb+1ast, A.Aliir 15+13reb+2ast, J.Palmer 12+7reb+2ast, A.Shelley 7+3reb+3ast
Knox R.: B.Blake 29+11reb+2ast, T.Dufelmeier 24+6reb+5ast, S.Dech 19+4reb+2ast, B.Nunn 19+3reb+2ast, H.Sewell 15+9reb+4ast, R.Cheesman 0+2reb+1ast

Nunawading S. - Ballarat M. 83-96

Everything could happen in East Burwood at the game between two tied teams. Both eleventh ranked Miners and 10th ranked Spectres had identical 7-6 record. But Spectres were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Wendouree 96-83 on Sunday night. Ballarat M. dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Spectres's 36 and made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized Sudanese power forward Majok Majok (210-1992, college: Ball St.) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds and guard Luke Rosendale (194-2001) who added 23 points during the contest. Four Miners players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was swingman Christian DAngelo (191-2003) with 26 points and 5 rebounds and guard Tristan Devers (191-2005) scored 16 points and 5 assists. Ballarat M. (8-6) moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Melbourne T. Loser Spectres dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Ballarat M. will meet at home Frankston B. (#7) in the next round. Nunawading S. will play against Bendigo and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Nunawading S.: C.D'Angelo 26+5reb+1ast, T.Devers 16+3reb+5ast, J.Gandolfo 12+2ast, B.Mack 9+12reb+2ast, N.Tata 8+4reb+1ast, C.Cranston 6+3reb
Ballarat M.: M.Majok 26+10reb, L.Rosendale 23+4reb+2ast, N.Stoddart 16+1reb+4ast, D.Prim 13+5reb+2ast, M.Puondak 12+2reb, A.Krause 6+8reb+5ast

Sandringham S. - Eltham W. 99-87

There was a minor upset in Cheltenham where higher ranked Wildcats (7-7) were defeated by thirteenth ranked Sabres (7-7) 99-87 on Sunday. Sandringham S. made 21-of-27 free shots (77.8 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Ben Ayre (188-1995, college: Newman) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 6 assists and forward Tom Koppens (201-2003) who added 12 points and 15 rebounds during the contest. Four Sabres players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American power forward Joshua Sykes (203-1996, college: Fresno City) with 23 points and 9 rebounds and guard Sam Short (195-1998) scored 13 points and 4 assists. Wildcats' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Sabres have an impressive five-game winning streak. Sandringham S. moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Eltham W.. Sandringham S. will meet Dandenong R. (#19) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Eltham W. will play against Keilor T. (#16) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: J.Sykes 23+9reb+3ast, S.Short 13+3reb+4ast, G.Hadley 9+6reb+2ast, M.McCarron 9+3reb+5ast, Z.Cunningham 9+4reb, X.Bledson 9+5reb
Sandringham S.: B.Ayre 30+2reb+6ast, M.Machar 22+2reb+2ast, C.Asuncion-Byrd 12+1reb+1ast, T.Koppens 12+15reb+3ast, D.Daniels 11+1reb+2ast, F.Krslovic 9+7reb+2ast

Melbourne T. - Hobart C. 79-91

Rather predictable result in Melbourne where fourth ranked Chargers (10-5) beat 8th ranked Tigers (8-6) 91-79 on Sunday. Hobart C. dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Tigers's 24. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Jacob Richards (200-2001) who helped to win the game recording 26 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and swingman Will Cranston-Lown (185-2000, college: Regis Univ.) who added 12 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals during the contest. The best for the losing side was the former international guard Tom Wilson (195-1997, college: SMU) with 20 points and 8 rebounds and the former international center Harrison Froling (210-1998, college: Marquette) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 13 rebounds. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Chargers have an impressive five-game winning streak. Hobart C. moved-up to second place, which they share with Mt.Gambier. Loser Tigers dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with Ballarat M.. Hobart C. will meet at home league's leader Knox R. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Melbourne T. will play against Mt.Gambier (#3) in Mt Gambier and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Melbourne T.: T.Wilson 20+8reb+2ast, J.Purchase 19+6reb+1ast, M.Gaze 11+5reb+2ast, H.Froling 11+13reb+2ast, M.Wearne 10+5ast, F.Von Hofe 4+1reb+1ast
Hobart C.: J.Richards 26+9reb+5ast, O.Angerstein 17+6reb, V.DeAngelo 14+4reb, J.Chilcott 13+2reb, W.Cranston-Lown 12+6reb+6ast, H.Makeny 5+9reb

Frankston B. - Ringwood H. 88-91

There was an upset in Seaford where higher ranked Blues (8-7) were edged by fourteenth ranked Ringwood Hawks (7-8) 91-88 on Sunday. Strangely Frankston B. outrebounded Ringwood 50-34 including 17 on the offensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Angus Glover (192-1998) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and American guard Jonathan Lawton (188-1996, college: FSC) who added 12 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Worth to mention Lawton played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. The best for the losing side was guard Michael Harris (193-1999) with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Kingsley Box (196-2001, college: SUU) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 18 rebounds. Five Ringwood and four Frankston B. players scored in double figures. Ringwood Hawks have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to thirteenth place, which they share with Waverley F. Loser Blues dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Kilsyth C.. Ringwood will meet higher ranked Casey (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Frankston B. will play against Ballarat M. in Wendouree and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: M.Harris 25+10reb+5ast, K.Box 14+18reb+1ast, T.Samuel 13+3reb, I.Hadziomerovic 11+5reb+1ast, H.Peirce 8+5reb+2ast, T.Garrett 7+5reb+2ast
Ringwood H.: T.Carroll 16+4reb+1ast, A.Glover 16+9reb+6ast, T.Krebs 14+5reb+1ast, H.Sealey 14+1ast, L.Eales 14+6reb, J.Lawton 12+7reb+5ast

Group west

Rockingham F. - SW Slammers 116-69

Everything went according to plan in Rockingham where first ranked Flames (12-1) outleveled bottom-ranked Slammers (0-13) 116-69 on Friday. Rockingham F. dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Slammers' 30. Rockingham F. forced 25 SW Slammers turnovers and outrebounded them 44-25 including a 15-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. Rockingham F. looked well-organized offensively handing out 39 assists comparing to just 18 passes made by SW Slammers' players. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international guard Isaac White (188-1998, college: CBU) who helped to win the game recording 32 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists and the former international guard Emmett Naar (185-1994, college: SMC) who added 9 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists during the contest. Four Flames players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was point guard Pharell Keats (179-2005) with 12 points and 6 assists and Jordan Wayne scored 14 points and 6 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Flames have an impressive ten-game winning streak. Rockingham F. maintains first position with 12-1 record. Loser Slammers still closes the standings with 13 games lost. Rockingham F. will meet Perth R. (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. SW Slammers will play against Cockburn and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
SW Slammers: J.Wayne 14+6reb+2ast, P.Keats 12+4reb+6ast, N.Walsh 11+2reb, J.Flynn 9+4reb+2ast, R.Evans 7+2reb+2ast, C.Metcalfe 5
Rockingham F.: I.White 32+5reb+7ast, T.Durnin 20+4reb, J.Pressley 15+3reb, L.Ross 12+6reb+4ast, J.Beard 11+2reb+2ast, E.Naar 9+5reb+12ast

Lakeside L. - Cockburn 93-86

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 13th ranked Cougars' (1-12) road loss to twelfth ranked Lightning (4-9) 86-93 on Friday. Lakeside L. made 17-of-21 free shots (81.0 percent) during the game. Lakeside L. outrebounded Cockburn 43-25 including a 31-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Lakeside L. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American forward AJ Wilson (202-1997, college: S.Carolina) who helped to win the game recording 26 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Joshua Davey (198-2000, college: LCU) who added 13 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was American point guard Kortland Martin (180, college: FHU) with 26 points and 4 assists and guard Josh Hunt (194-2002) scored 15 points and 4 steals. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Lakeside L. maintains twelfth position with 4-9 record, which they share with Inner WB. Cockburn lost seventh consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth place with 12 games lost. Lakeside L. will meet at home higher ranked Willetton T. (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Cockburn will play against East Perth E. (#10) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Cockburn: K.Martin 26+3reb+4ast, J.Hunt 15+2reb+3ast, T.Smith 13+4reb+3ast, C.Nai 11+4reb, N.Pond 7+4reb+1ast, H.Fitzgerald 5
Lakeside L.: A.Wilson 26+6reb+4ast, I.Lewis 17+8reb+5ast, J.Davey 13+13reb+4ast, M.Garbellini 11+1reb+2ast, C.Shervill 8+6reb+2ast, B.Lee 5+3reb

Perth R. - Kalamunda ES 91-106

The game between closely ranked teams ended with tenth ranked Suns' (6-7) road victory over 11th ranked Redbacks (5-9) 106-91 on Friday. Kalamunda ES made 21-of-24 free shots (87.5 percent) during the game. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized Belgian guard Marshall Nelson (184-1994, college: Wayland Baptist) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 50 points (!!!), 10 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals (on 16-of-21 shooting from the field) and forward Travis Fee (192-1992) who added 16 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was British-Nigerian center Emmanuel Kanwei (207-2003) with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and American center Jonah Underwood (206-1996, college: HIU) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds. Four Perth R. players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Kalamunda ES moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Redbacks keeps the eleventh position with nine games lost. They share it with Geelong U. and Keilor T.. Kalamunda ES will meet league's second-placed Warwick S. in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Perth R. will play against the league's leader Rockingham F. (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: E.Kanwei 24+12reb+4ast, J.Cook-Green 21+3reb+3ast, J.Underwood 14+12reb+2ast, M.Teale 14+4reb, L.Cummings 8+1reb+4ast, C.Kyle 5+2reb+2ast
Kalamunda ES: M.Nelson 50+10reb+5ast, T.Fee 16+8reb+2ast, T.White 14+7reb, S.Vaiangina 8+4reb+5ast, R.Huntington 6+4reb+2ast, R.Maxwell 3+1reb+1ast

Geraldton B. - Mandurah M. 103-70

Rather expected game in Wonthella where 7th ranked Magic (7-7) was rolled over by fourth ranked Buccaneers (9-4) 103-70 on Saturday. Geraldton B. forced 21 Mandurah turnovers and outrebounded them 47-33 including 18 on the offensive glass. Geraldton B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Johny Narkle (199-2001) who helped to win the game recording 28 points, 6 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals and American forward Joshua Keyes (201-1995, college: Muskingum) who added 22 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Keyes is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Buccaneers players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was American power forward Sam Freeman (208-2001, college: CSUSB, agency: Haylett Sports) with 20 points and 7 rebounds and point guard Lachlan Bertram (183-2001) scored 8 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Geraldton B. maintains fourth position with 9-4 record. Mandurah lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the seventh place with seven games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Geraldton B. will meet Goldfields G. (#6) in the next round. Mandurah will play against Willetton T. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mandurah M.: S.Freeman 20+7reb+1ast, J.Ealy 12+2reb+4ast, J.Pesava 10+7reb+2ast, H.Warden 9+3reb+3ast, L.Bertram 8+5reb+6ast, C.Miegel 3+1ast
Geraldton B.: J.Narkle 28+6reb+8ast, J.Keyes 22+9reb+2ast, L.Hunt 19+12reb+2ast, N.DeSantis 13+6reb+5ast, A.Ralph 9+2reb, A.Springs 6+3reb+4ast

Perry Lakes H. - Joondalup W. 74-90

Rather predictable result in Floreat where fifth ranked Wanneroo (9-5) beat 8th ranked Hawks (6-7) 90-74 on Saturday. Joondalup W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of American swingman CJ Turnage (201-1995, college: SVSU) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 9 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals and the other American import swingman Joey Baker (201-2000, college: Michigan) who added 26 points and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was Luke Phillips (208-1999, college: ULM) with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Kyiah ODonohue (-2003) scored 16 points. Both coaches used bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Joondalup W. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Casey. Loser Hawks dropped to the sixth position with seven games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Joondalup W. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Perry Lakes H. will play against Joondalup W. (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Perry Lakes H.: L.Phillips 29+11reb+6ast, K.O'Donohue 16+1reb, J.Stanley-Williams 9+3reb+2ast, N.Floyd 8+3reb, C.Hamilton 5+4reb+2ast, S.Chan 3+4reb+3ast
Joondalup W.: J.Baker 26+1reb+4ast, C.Turnage 18+9reb+9ast, C.Davis 15+10reb+6ast, V.Chadinha 8+5reb+2ast, D.Ballantyne 8+3reb+2ast, A.Kuerban 8+2reb

Willetton T. - East Perth E. 83-82

Not a big story in a game in Willetton where 9th ranked Eagles (5-7) were edged by third ranked Tigers (10-3) 83-82 on Saturday. However just one-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Willetton T. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Thomas Gerovich (200-2004) who helped to win the game recording 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Roosevelt Williams (190-2002, college: Peninsula JC) who added 20 points and 4 steals during the contest. Tigers' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. The best for the losing side was American power forward Lee Roberts (203-1987, college: Findlay, OH, agency: BIG) with 17 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and his fellow American import forward Max Rice (195, college: Boise St.) scored 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Tigers have an impressive five-game winning streak. Willetton T. moved-up to second place, which they share with Sydney C. and Illawarra H. 2. Loser Eagles dropped to the fifth position with seven games lost. They share it with W.Adelaide B. and HKBA Spiders. Willetton T. will meet at home Mandurah (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. East Perth E. will play against Cockburn in Hamilton Hill and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
East Perth E.: L.Roberts 17+8reb+5ast, N.Filpo 15+1reb+2ast, M.Rice 15+6reb+4ast, I.Dimakopoulos 10+3reb+2ast, C.Maker 8+5reb, J.Antonio 5+7reb+4ast
Willetton T.: R.Williams 20+4reb+3ast, T.Gerovich 18+9reb+4ast, T.Davis 17+7reb+3ast, D.Scott 9+3reb+7ast, M.Vigor 8+8reb+3ast, A.Fitzgerald 7+3reb

Goldfields G. - Warwick S. 75-107

Everything went according to plan in Kalgoorlie where second ranked Senators (11-2) outleveled 6th ranked Giants (7-6) 107-75 on Saturday. Warwick S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Goldfields G.'s players. Worth to mention a great performance of British guard Mitchell Clarke (186-1999) who helped to win the game recording 34 points (!!!) and 8 assists and the former international guard Elijah Pepper (193-2001, college: UC Davis) who added 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists during the contest. Four Senators players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Michael Jok (196-1999, college: Minot St., agency: Crossover Management) with 20 points and 9 rebounds and American forward DeSean Parsons (201-1995, college: Portland St.) scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Warwick S. maintains second position with 11-2 record behind leader BA CoE. Goldfields G. lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the sixth place with six games lost. Warwick S. will meet at home Kalamunda ES (#8) in the next round where they are favorite. Goldfields G. will play against Geraldton B. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Goldfields G.: M.Jok 20+9reb+1ast, D.Parsons 19+8reb+3ast, J.Duach 14+6reb+5ast, N.Lawrence 7+3reb, S.Morrow 4, L.Warena 4+2reb
Warwick S.: M.Clarke 34+2reb+8ast, T.Withers 21+2reb+1ast, E.Pepper 20+6reb+5ast, C.Creek 14+4reb, T.Shand 6+9reb+1ast, J.Sandon 5+1ast