NBL One Round 3 (Regular Season): Cockburn keep a leadership position

After 3 rounds played we can already see who rules in the NBL One and who belongs to weaker ones. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

Cougars smashed Tigers in Hamilton Hill 96-76. Cockburn made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Willetton T. turnovers. Cockburn looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for center Jessie Edwards (193-1995, college: Minnesota) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Guard Alex Ciabattoni (183-1994, college: Newman) helped adding 22 points. The best for the losing side was guard Emma Gandini (172-1994) with 18 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tigers will play next round against Perth R. trying to get back on the winning streak. Cougars will try to continue on its current victory against Joondalup W. on the road.
Cavaliers (0-1) recorded a loss in Wantirna South. Visitors were defeated by Knox Raiders (1-1) 86-82. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Paige Bradley (178-1994, college: Denver) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 7 rebounds and 11 assists. Alicia Froling accounted for 17 points and 9 rebounds. point guard Dallas Loughridge (167-2004) came up with 30 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) for Casey in the defeat. Knox Raiders will play against Dandenong R. (#15) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Cavaliers will play against Frankston B. (#2) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Very important is a road loss of Lightning (2-1) against Flames (1-1) on Saturday night. Visiting Lightning was crushed by Flames in Rockingham 107-79. The best player for the winners was Samantha Whitcomb who scored 42 points (!!!), 16 rebounds and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Samantha Lubcke who recorded 20 points and 9 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Flames will meet SW Slammers (#8) in the next round. Lightning will have a break next round.

There were no shocking results in the rest of the games of round 3: Forestville E. lost to undefeated W.Adelaide B. on the opponent's court 54-82. C.Districts L. outscored Eastern M. in a home game 119-89. Norwood F. recorded a loss to S.Adelaide P. on the road 76-72. Woodville W. lost to undefeated Sturt S. on its own court 56-79. Southern T. beat N.Adelaide R. in Morphett Vale 61-49. Waverley F. destroyed Melbourne at home 75-55. Winless Dandenong R. lost to undefeated Sandringham S. on the opponent's court 47-75. Bendigo rolled over Geelong U. in a home game 109-65. Winless Ringwood lost to undefeated Kilsyth on the road 80-96. Eltham W. smashed Keilor T. on its own court 68-44. Mandurah lost to undefeated East Perth E. in Morley 80-111. SW Slammers managed to outperform Perth R. at home 82-74. Warwick S. rolled over Kalamunda ES on the opponent's court 92-68. Perry Lakes H. crushed Joondalup W. in a home game 88-62.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 17 points and 11 rebounds by Mollie McKendrick of Southern T..

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Group Central

W.Adelaide B. - Forestville E. 82-54

Very expected game in Woodville where Eagles (1-2) were crushed by Bearcats (3-0) 82-54 on Friday. W.Adelaide B. forced 21 Forestville E. turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Morgan Yaeger (175-1998, college: Oregon) who scored 19 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Molly Coleman (188-2000, college: USC Upstate) chipped in 17 points and 5 rebounds. Five Bearcats players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American center Sarah Boothe (195-1990, college: Stanford) who recorded a double-double by scoring 17 points and 13 rebounds and swingman Samantha Simons (188-2000, college: SMC) added 19 points and 4 assists respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Bearcats will meet S.Adelaide P. (#3) on the road in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Eagles will play against Sturt S. in Pasadena and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
W.Adelaide B.: Y.Morgan 19+6reb+4ast, C.Hodges 18+5reb+1ast, M.Coleman 17+5reb+3ast, A.Strawbridge 11+6reb+1ast, C.Hodges 10+5reb+2ast, K.Thompson 5+2reb+1ast
Forestville E.: S.Simons 19+4reb+4ast, S.Boothe 17+13reb+2ast, S.Hunter 6+1reb+1ast, S.Jess 5+3reb+3ast, K.Rachael 5+12reb, S.Ella 2+3reb

C.Districts L. - Eastern M. 119-89

There was a small surprise in Gawler where Lions (1-2) smashed Mavericks (1-2) 119-89 on Thursday. C.Districts L. made 37-of-44 free shots (84.1 percent) during the game, while Eastern M. only scored seventeen points from the stripe. C.Districts L. forced 24 Eastern M. turnovers and outrebounded them 48-28 including a 27-16 advantage in defensive rebounds. C.Districts L. looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Eastern M.'s players. The best player for the winners was forward Tiahna Sears (178-1999, college: N.Alabama) who had a double-double by scoring 25 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals. Emily Winter chipped in a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds (went 11 for 11 at the free throw line !!!). At the other side the best for losing team was Bella Schaftenaar who recorded 25 points and 4 assists and American power forward Brooklyn Rewers (190, college: Hawaii) added 12 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Five C.Districts L. and four Eastern M. players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Lions will meet Woodville W. (#7) in the next round. Mavericks will play against Southern T. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
C.Districts L.: T.Sears 25+15reb+5ast, E.Winter 25+11reb+2ast, B.Dittmar 16+3reb, G.Stone 14+3reb+4ast, A.Howden 13+2reb+4ast, G.Facchini 13+2reb
Eastern M.: S.Bella 25+4reb+4ast, W.Annaliese 13+1reb+1ast, R.Brooklyn 12+7reb+3ast, K.Kedeisha 10+6reb+3ast, M.Sophie 6+3reb+1ast, S.Ruby 5+2reb

S.Adelaide P. - Norwood F. 76-72

Panthers used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Marden 76-72 on Thursday night. S.Adelaide P. forced 23 Norwood F. turnovers. The best player for the winners was Keira Gardiner who scored 19 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Daisy Hocking (175-2009) chipped in 16 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Dara Mabrey (170-1999, college: Notre Dame) who recorded 24 points and 5 rebounds and the other American import forward Cali Clark (190, college: SDSU) added 7 points and 16 rebounds respectively. Flames' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Panthers will meet at home W.Adelaide B. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Flames will play against N.Adelaide R. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
S.Adelaide P.: K.Gardiner 19+8reb+2ast, D.Hocking 16+5reb+1ast, A.Brett 13+2reb+1ast, I.Stratford 8+8reb, H.Stewart 8+3reb+1ast, H.Gardiner 6+12reb
Norwood F.: M.Dara 24+5reb+2ast, C.Amy 14+5reb+3ast, S.Caitlin 9+4reb, H.Maddy 9+1reb+1ast, C.Clark 7+16reb+1ast, G.Lara 6+3reb

Woodville W. - Sturt S. 56-79

Everything went according to plan in Flinders Park where Sabres (3-0) outscored Warriors (1-2) 79-56 on Thursday. Sturt S. outrebounded Woodville W. 44-29 including a 34-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Sturt S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Woodville W.'s players. The best player for the winners was guard Katia Stamatelopoulos (173, college: Colorado St.) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists. Guard Nicola Mathews (173, college: App State) chipped in 17 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. Four Sabres players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Nani Falatea (175, college: Oregon) who recorded 16 points and 5 rebounds and Sophie Kerridge added 9 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Sabres will meet at home Forestville E. (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Warriors will play against C.Districts L. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sturt S.: K.Stamatelopoulos 23+10reb+4ast, B.Tayla 18+5reb+5ast, N.Mathews 17+9reb+8ast, M.Prosser 14+4reb+3ast, T.Griffiths 3+2reb, Z.Walker-Roberts 2+8reb+6ast
Woodville W.: N.Falatea 16+5reb, B.Hodges 10+4reb, A.Naomi 10+3reb+1ast, K.Sophie 9+8reb+2ast, H.Jordan 4+3reb+6ast, O.Taylor 4+2reb+3ast

N.Adelaide R. - Southern T. 49-61

There was no surprise in Adelaide where Rockets (0-3) were defeated by Tigers (2-1) 61-49 on Thursday. The best player for the winners was forward Mollie McKendrick (183-1993, college: Boston U.) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. American forward Holly Forbes (178-1998, college: UT Martin) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was center Maddy Freer (180-2003) who recorded a double-double by scoring 10 points and 12 rebounds and Abbey Jones added 12 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Tigers will meet Eastern M. (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Rockets will play against Norwood F. in Marden and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Southern T.: J.Joson 18+3reb, M.McKendrick 17+11reb+3ast, F.Holly 10+10reb+2ast, A.Bartsch 6+6reb+3ast, R.Williamson 5+4reb+1ast, L.Hearne 3+1ast
N.Adelaide R.: J.Abbey 12+8reb+2ast, F.Maddy 10+12reb+1ast, W.Sarah 9+5reb+2ast, F.Jordyn 6+3reb, B.Tia 4+4reb+2ast, W.Shannon 3+5reb

Group South

Waverley F. - Melbourne 75-55

Falcons used a home court advantage and outleveled the opponent from Melbourne 75-55 on Thursday night. Waverley F. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Madelynn Utti (181-1998, college: LBSU) who scored 8 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. Forward Sophia Locandro (190-2001, college: UC Irvine) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Four Falcons players scored in double figures. Falcons' coach used a ten-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Hannah Giddey (188, college: S.Nazarene) who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Isabella Brancatisano (178-1995) added 15 points and 4 assists respectively. Falcons will meet Nunawading S. (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Boomers will play against Ballarat M. (#8) and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Waverley F.: S.Locandro 14+6reb+1ast, T.Dalton 11+4reb+4ast, T.Amelia 11+3reb+4ast, G.Pineau 10+6reb+2ast, M.McCarthy 8+1reb+5ast, U.Madelynn 8+11reb+6ast
Melbourne: B.Isabella 15+2reb+4ast, G.Hannah 14+12reb+4ast, E.Madelin 8+1reb, D.Tayli 6+4reb+2ast, H.Tylah 6+2reb, B.Rachel 4+4reb+1ast

Sandringham S. - Dandenong R. 75-47

Very expected game in Cheltenham where Rangers (0-2) were crushed by Sabres (2-0) 75-47 on Thursday. Sandringham S. forced 26 Dandenong R. turnovers. The best player for the winners was forward Klara Wischer (190-1991, college: San Diego) who had a double-double by scoring 11 points and 14 rebounds. The former international Madison Ryan (185-2009) chipped in 20 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Nyadiew Puoch (190-2004) who recorded 6 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Holly Griffiths (193-2004, college: GCU) added 4 points and 13 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. Sabres will meet Diamond VE in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Rangers will play against Knox R. (#10) in Wantirna South and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: M.Ryan 20+5reb+1ast, K.Wischer 11+14reb+2ast, J.Agnew 10+3ast, I.Lopes 8+5reb+7ast, L.Long 7+4reb+1ast, S.Woolhouse 6+1reb+2ast
Dandenong R.: R.Imogen 9+5reb, P.Manuela 9+3reb, T.Georgia 8+2reb, N.Puoch 6+8reb+5ast, M.Elly 5+5reb, M.Catherine 4+4reb+1ast

Bendigo LB - Geelong U. 109-65

Lady Braves used a home court advantage and smashed the opponent from Geelong 109-65 on Thursday night. Bendigo dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to United's 26. Bendigo looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Geelong U.'s players. The best player for the winners was forward Olivia Pollerd (190-2002, college: Santa Clara) who scored 45 points (!!!) and 11 rebounds. The former international guard Kelly Wilson (170-1984) chipped in 7 points, 11 rebounds, 20 assists and 5 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Lilly Rotunno (170-2004) who recorded 20 points and 5 assists and American forward Reagan Bass (188, college: Purdue) added 13 points and 10 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. Lady Braves will meet at home Knox R. (#10) in the next round. United will play against Mt Gambier and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Bendigo LB: P.Olivia 45+11reb+1ast, J.Smith 22+5reb+2ast, M.Harvey 16+4reb+7ast, H.Ahlise 9+1reb, K.Wilson 7+11reb+20ast, E.Noonan 5+8reb+1ast
Geelong U.: L.Rotunno 20+4reb+5ast, R.Bass 13+10reb+2ast, I.Bowyer 9+8reb+5ast, K.Jasmine 9+1reb, C.Dakota 9+3reb, J.Vasquez 5+10reb+4ast

Kilsyth LC - Ringwood H. 96-80

Not a big story in a game in Kilsyth where Hawks (0-2) were defeated by Lady Cobras (2-0) 96-80 on Thursday. Kilsyth dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Hawks's 36. Kilsyth forced 24 Ringwood turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Haylee Andrews (175-2000, college: Portland) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists. New Zealand guard Emme Shearer (183-2002, college: Portland) chipped in 17 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Indian center Harsimran Kaur (193-2003, college: URI) who recorded a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and guard Isabel Feller (180, college: SDCC) added 22 points respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Lady Cobras will meet at home Hobart C. (#17) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Hawks will play against Nunawading S. (#5) and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Kilsyth LC: N.Young 18+4reb+2ast, S.Emme 17+6reb+1ast, A.Haylee 16+12reb+8ast, G.McBean 15+1reb+4ast, E.Van 8+5reb, A.Jenkins 6+1reb
Ringwood H.: F.Isabel 22+3reb+1ast, H.Kaur 17+11reb+2ast, K.Chelby 14+3reb+4ast, T.Mole 11+8reb+2ast, B.Aneta 6+4reb+1ast, T.Amalia 3+1reb

Knox R. - Casey C. 86-82

Cavaliers (0-1) recorded a loss in Wantirna South. Visitors were defeated by Knox Raiders (1-1) 86-82. Knox R. players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. It was an exceptional evening for American guard Paige Bradley (178-1994, college: Denver) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 7 rebounds and 11 assists. Forward Alicia Froling (190-1996, college: SMU) accounted for 17 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side. point guard Dallas Loughridge (167-2004) came up with 30 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists (went 9 for 9 at the free throw line !!!) and forward Nyaduoth Lok (178-2000, agency: Crossover Management) added 15 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Casey in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Knox Raiders will play against Dandenong R. (#15) at home in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Cavaliers will play against Frankston B. (#2) and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Knox R.: B.Paige 24+7reb+11ast, F.Alicia 17+9reb+2ast, R.Haliegh 14+10reb+1ast, P.Burrows 13+3reb+5ast, L.Santomaggio 11+3reb+1ast, S.Taylah 7+8reb+1ast
Casey C.: D.Loughridge 30+5reb+9ast, D.Chelsea 16+5reb+3ast, N.Lok 15+8reb+3ast, B.Samantha 10+14reb+1ast, T.Vanessa 6+3reb+1ast, W.Hailey 5+3reb

Eltham W. - Keilor T. 68-44

There was a surprise result in Eltham where Wildcats (1-1) outscored Thunder (1-1) 68-44 on Wednesday. Eltham W. forced 24 Keilor T. turnovers. The best player for the winners was New Zealand center Rebecca Pizzey (190-1999) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points and 14 rebounds. Lil Dart chipped in 16 points and 4 assists. Wildcats' coach felt very confident using 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international point guard Maddison Rocci (168-1998) who recorded 13 points and 8 rebounds and forward Isobelle Wightman (180-2007) added 12 points, 10 rebounds and 6 blocks respectively. Wildcats will meet Ringwood (#20) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Thunder will play against Northern Force (#19) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: L.Dart 16+4reb+4ast, P.Rebecca 15+14reb+2ast, S.Smith 10+7reb, S.Mackenzie 8+3reb, G.Dale 8+3reb, J.Cadee 7+3reb+2ast
Keilor T.: M.Rocci 13+8reb+3ast, W.Isobelle 12+10reb+1ast, T.Barnes 6+5reb+2ast, M.Nikki 6+4reb, B.Macey 4+4reb, P.Caitlyn 3+4reb

Group West

Rockingham F. - Lakeside L. 107-79

Very important is a road loss of Lightning (2-1) against Flames (1-1) on Saturday night. Visiting Lightning was crushed by Flames in Rockingham 107-79. Rockingham F. shot 64.5 percent from the field. Rockingham F. outrebounded Lakeside L. 41-26 including a 36-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Rockingham F. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Samantha Whitcomb (178-1988, college: Washington) who scored 42 points (!!!), 16 rebounds and 6 assists. American power forward Teige Morrell (191-1995, college: Nevada) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Samantha Lubcke (188-1996, college: Utah Valley) who recorded 20 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Esmeralda Morales (165-2002, college: Montana St.) added 12 points and 6 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Flames will meet SW Slammers (#8) in the next round. Lightning will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: W.Samantha 42+16reb+6ast, T.Morrell 16+8reb+2ast, S.Berberabe 14+3reb+3ast, P.Spencer 11+2reb+1ast, P.Duffield 11+1reb, S.Amos 8+4reb+6ast
Lakeside L.: S.Lubcke 20+9reb, A.Sarah 17+2reb+1ast, S.Roscoe 12+2reb+2ast, M.Esmeralda 12+2reb+6ast, T.Regan 9+5reb+6ast, G.Brooklyn 5+2reb

East Perth E. - Mandurah M. 111-80

Eagles used a home court advantage and outplayed the opponent from Mandurah 111-80 on Saturday night. East Perth E. dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Magic's 32. East Perth E. outrebounded Mandurah 42-23 including 17 on the offensive glass. East Perth E. looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Stacey Barr (173-1992, college: Idaho) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists. Guard Jasmin Fejo (177-2000) chipped in 24 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Mia Jacobs (188-2004, college: Oregon) who recorded 19 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Claire Jacobs (183-2001, college: Nevada) added 20 points respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Eagles will meet Warwick S. (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Magic will play against Kalamunda ES and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
East Perth E.: W.Sydney 24+2reb+4ast, J.Fejo 24+8reb+3ast, B.Stacey 21+11reb+9ast, B.Malone 15+5reb+2ast, W.Jade 8+7reb+3ast, J.Odude 6+5reb+3ast
Mandurah M.: J.Claire 20+2reb+3ast, J.Mia 19+5reb+5ast, A.Georgia 14+3reb, H.Sharn 12+3reb+5ast, G.Jade 8+4reb+2ast, M.Sydney 4+3reb+3ast

SW Slammers - Perth R. 82-74

Slammers used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Northbridge 82-74 on Thursday night. SW Slammers forced 22 Perth R. turnovers. The best player for the winners was Bree Chalk who scored 29 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). New Zealand forward Cassidy Lacey-Rameka (184-2005) chipped in a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Ella Barmentloo who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points and 12 rebounds and power forward Shenae Hartree (184-2003) added 17 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Slammers will meet at home Rockingham F. (#9) in the next round. Redbacks will play against Willetton T. and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
SW Slammers: B.Chalk 29+4reb+3ast, C.Lacey-Rameka 22+11reb+3ast, B.Briana 18+2reb+2ast, B.Mar'Shaun 10+4reb+5ast, J.Fitch 2+8reb, A.Donovan 1
Perth R.: H.Shenae 17+6reb+1ast, B.Ella 16+12reb+1ast, B.Olivia 14+5reb+1ast, P.Laniesha 11+7reb+5ast, D.Sophie 7+9reb+2ast, B.Aimee 6+1reb+2ast

Kalamunda ES - Warwick S. 68-92

Rather expected game in Kalamunda where Suns (0-2) were crushed by Senators (2-0) 92-68 on Thursday. Warwick S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international power forward Natalie Burton (194-1989, college: WVU) who scored 16 points and 8 rebounds. Guard Chloe Forster (178-2003) chipped in 20 points and 4 assists. Five Senators players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American swingman Gabriella Bronson (178-1993, college: Parkside) who recorded 20 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) and power forward Ella Averill (185-2004) added 8 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Suns' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Senators will meet at home East Perth E. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Suns will play against Mandurah (#6) and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Warwick S.: C.Forster 20+1reb+4ast, K.Waite 18+7reb, N.Burton 16+8reb+2ast, M.Clinch-Hoycard 15+5reb+3ast, J.Clark 10+5reb+7ast, K.Weir 6+4reb+2ast
Kalamunda ES: G.Bronson 20+4reb+3ast, S.Emma 13+3ast, B.Alyssa 11+4reb+2ast, K.Kayla 8+6reb+1ast, A.Ella 8+9reb+1ast, C.Denae 6

Perry Lakes H. - Joondalup W. 88-62

Hawks used a home court advantage and smashed the opponent from Joondalup 88-62 on Thursday night. Perry Lakes H. dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Wanneroo's 32. Perry Lakes H. forced 22 Joondalup W. turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Perry Lakes H. made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was American forward Bridgette Rettstatt (188-1998, college: Liberty) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points and 18 rebounds. Forward Maddison Zugna (185-2002, college: SDCC) chipped in 14 points and 6 rebounds. Four Hawks players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American center Yemiyah Morris (198-1998, college: WVU) who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks and center Kuir Gayo (188) added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively. 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. Hawks will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Wanneroo will play against Cockburn (#1) and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Perry Lakes H.: R.Bridgette 23+18reb+2ast, E.Newman 15+3reb+1ast, M.Wawszkowicz 15+3reb+1ast, M.Zugna 14+6reb+1ast, E.Beggs 8+3reb+6ast, C.Emma 4+1reb+2ast
Joondalup W.: Y.Morris 16+11reb, G.Kuir 12+6reb, T.Ella 9+3reb+2ast, B.Ty 8+3reb, K.Pierre-Louis 7+4reb+2ast, S.Jorjah 5+3reb+1ast

Cockburn - Willetton T. 96-76

Cougars smashed Tigers in Hamilton Hill 96-76. Cockburn made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 Willetton T. turnovers. Cockburn looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. It was a great evening for center Jessie Edwards (193-1995, college: Minnesota) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Guard Alex Ciabattoni (183-1994, college: Newman) helped adding 22 points. The best for the losing side was guard Emma Gandini (172-1994) with 18 points and 9 rebounds and guard Ruby Porter (178-2001, college: Nebraska) scored 21 points and 4 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Tigers will play next round against Perth R. trying to get back on the winning streak. Cougars will try to continue on its current victory against Joondalup W. on the road.
Top scorers:
Cockburn: C.Alex 22+3reb+2ast, E.Jessie 17+11reb+3ast, A.Fotu 14+3reb+5ast, H.Summers 13+2reb+2ast, W.Jewel 11+4reb+4ast, A.Pizzuto 9+2reb+1ast
Willetton T.: P.Ruby 21+3reb+4ast, G.Emma 18+9reb+2ast, S.Courtney 11+7reb, M.Ella 10+8reb+1ast, C.Eva 5+4reb+1ast, C.Kelsey 3