NBL One Round 4 (Regular Season): Forestville E. lose to Sturt Sabres

After 4 rounds played we can already see who rules in the NBL One and who belongs to weaker ones. The round was exceptionally exciting as three games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The most important game of round 4 took place in Pasadena between two undefeated teams where Sturt Sabres edged Forestville Eagles (3-1) 84-82 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Forestville Eagles. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized Italian forward Jacob Rigoni (198-1998, college: Quinnipiac) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 8 rebounds and Luke Pfitzner who added 24 points during the contest. At the losing side American guard Jordan Forbes (193-1998, college: Salem) responded with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Sturt Sabres have a solid four-game winning streak. Sturt S. (4-0) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Norths B. Forestville E. at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. They were replaced at the leadership position by Norths B.. Forestville E. will play next round against strong Woodville W. trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Sturt S. will try to continue on its current victory against ninth ranked N.Adelaide R. in Greenacres.
The game had a very big importance for fifth-ranked Braves as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (Raiders) loss. Braves defeated top-ranked Raiders in Bendigo 86-75. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Raiders. It was a key game for the top position in the league. The winners were led by guard Biwali Bayles (185-2002, college: Hawaii) who scored that evening 33 points (!!!) and 7 assists and Jarvis Doles supported him with 20 points and 7 rebounds. Even 14 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals by the former international point guard Tad Dufelmeier (183-1996, college: CUI) did not help to save the game for Knox R.. Braves have a solid three-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 3 other teams. Knox R. at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Knox R. will play next round against strong Nunawading S. trying to get back on the winning streak. Bendigo will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Dandenong R. on the road.
Undefeated Sydney City Comets (2-1) recorded its first loss in Terrigal on Sunday night. Visitors were edged by fifth ranked Crusaders (3-1) 85-83. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Sydney City Comets. Matur Maker fired 23 points and 6 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws) for the winners. Akil Douglas produced 21 points for lost side. Sydney City Comets' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Cent.Coast C. moved-up to second place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Sydney City Comets keeps the fourth position with one game lost. They share it with 9 other teams. Cent.Coast C. will meet Illawarra H. 2 (#5) in the next round. Sydney C. will play against Penrith and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 4: W.Adelaide B. lost to S.Adelaide P. on the opponent's court 74-90. Woodville W. managed to outperform C.District L. in a home game 97-83. Southern T. managed to beat Eastern M. on the road 96-93. Norwood F. crushed N.Adelaide R. on its own court 125-98. Maitland smashed Inner WB in a road game 90-68. Norths B. destroyed Albury W.B. at home 94-51. Illawarra H. 2 lost to undefeated Canberra G. on the opponent's court 95-105. Sydney C. rolled over Newcastle F. in a home game 87-64. Winless Penrith was defeated by Inner WB on the road 90-79. Winless HKBA Spiders were smashed by Manly Warr. on its own court 64-98. Bankstown B. lost to undefeated Norths B. in Crows Nest 71-87. Sutherland managed to outperform Maitland at home 93-79. Winless Albury W.B. was rolled over Cent.Coast C. on the opponent's court 108-68. Hills H. was defeated by Manly Warr. in a home game 75-93. Hobart C. was beaten by Waverley F. on the road 90-75. Geelong U. won against Mt.Gambier on its own court 89-86. Ballarat M. was outscored by Melbourne T. in a road game 96-75. Dandenong R. managed to beat Eltham W. at home 87-75. Northern Force defeated Keilor T. on the opponent's court 100-94. Diamond V.E. beat Mt.Gambier in a home game 94-81. Dandenong R. lost to Knox R. on the road 106-117. Ringwood managed to outperform Northern Force on its own court 101-94. Frankston B. managed to beat Casey in Seaford 101-90. Nunawading S. defeated Waverley F. at home 97-94. Hobart C. beat Kilsyth C. on the opponent's court 105-89. Diamond V.E. was destroyed by Sandringham S. in a home game 90-113. Eltham W. managed to outperform Ringwood on the road 83-79. Ringwood was rolled over Nunawading S. on its own court 77-98. Cockburn lost to undefeated Joondalup W. in a road game 80-102. Winless Mandurah lost to undefeated Kalamunda ES at home 76-99. Winless Perry Lakes H. lost to undefeated Geraldton B. on the opponent's court 91-101. Goldfields G. managed to outperform Lakeside L. in a home game 82-73. Rockingham F. rolled over SW Slammers on the road 116-81. Warwick S. was crushed by East Perth E. on its own court 75-94. Willetton T. beat Perth R. in a road game 121-115.

Group Central

S.Adelaide P. - W.Adelaide B. 90-74

Everything could happen in Park Holme at the game between two tied teams. Both seventh ranked South Adelaide Panthers and 8th ranked Bearcats had identical 1-2 record. This time South Adelaide Panthers used a home court advantage and beat the opponent from Woodville 90-74 on Saturday night. S.Adelaide P. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard Jeremy Smith (190-1991, college: Nicholls) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points, 7 rebounds and 11 assists for the winners. Rio Bruton chipped in 22 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward De'Sean Parsons (201-1995, college: Portland St.) produced a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists and his fellow American import center Braelen Bridges (210-1999, college: Georgia) added 16 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Bearcats' coach rotated twelve players seeing no chance for a win. S.Adelaide P. (2-2) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. W.Adelaide B. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. S.Adelaide P. will meet Southern T. (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. W.Adelaide B. will play against C.District L. in Gawler and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
W.Adelaide B.: D.Parsons 18+10reb+8ast, B.Bridges 16+9reb+3ast, D.Nikolas 15+1reb+3ast, K.Tom 13+3reb+1ast, S.Sean 4+1reb+2ast, D.Tobias 4+6reb
S.Adelaide P.: S.Jeremy 22+7reb+11ast, R.Bruton 22+6reb+4ast, L.McVeigh 21+7reb+2ast, S.Yevgen 12+3reb+1ast, J.Smith 9+4reb+1ast, J.Brooks 2+2reb+1ast

Woodville W. - C.District L. 97-83

Rather predictable result in Flinders Park where fourth ranked Woodville Warriors (3-1) defeated 6th ranked Central District Lions (1-3) 97-83 on Saturday. Woodville W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Woodville W. made 10 blocks. Point guard Nicholas Wurm (183-1997, college: Dickinson St.) fired a double-double by scoring 28 points, 5 rebounds and 11 assists for the winners. Guard Awak Machar (198-2004, college: Baton Rouge) chipped in 28 points. Four Woodville Warriors players scored in double figures. Forward Magok Manyang (206-2002, college: MACU) produced a double-double by scoring 29 points and 11 rebounds and guard Kalani Sapwell (190-2002, college: LC State) added 10 points and 7 assists respectively for lost side. Woodville W. moved-up to second place, which they share with 6 other teams. C.District L. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Woodville W. will meet league's second-placed Forestville E. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. C.District L. will play against W.Adelaide B. (#8) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
C.District L.: M.Magok 29+11reb+2ast, M.Deng 14+4reb+3ast, S.Kalani 10+4reb+7ast, J.Seymour 9+10reb+1ast, H.Riley 7+6ast, D.Alexander 7+1reb+3ast
Woodville W.: W.Nicholas 28+5reb+11ast, A.Machar 28+4reb+3ast, B.LJ 17+10reb+1ast, B.Sherry 16+9reb+3ast, R.Meldrum 6+7reb+5ast, J.Jackson 2+5reb+6ast

Eastern M. - Southern T. 93-96

There was an upset in Mt. Barker where higher ranked Eastern Mavericks (2-2) were edged by tenth ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers (1-3) 96-93 on Saturday. Southern T. forced 23 Eastern M. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Forward Koop McCalop (-1994) fired a double-double by scoring 13 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Jarrod Molnar (190-1995, college: Glendale, CA) chipped in 23 points. Five Noarlunga City Southern Tigers players scored in double figures. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Guard Curtis Scott (190-2003, college: Ottawa, KS) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists and forward BJ Symons (-1998) added 28 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Noarlunga City Southern Tigers left bottom position moving up to seventh place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Eastern Mavericks dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Southern T. will meet at home higher ranked S.Adelaide P. (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Eastern M. will play against Norwood F. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Eastern M.: B.Symons 28+10reb+4ast, S.Curtis 26+11reb+9ast, B.Jackson 11+4reb+4ast, H.Nick 9+6reb, H.Lachlan 9+7reb+5ast, M.Dylan 6+6reb+5ast
Southern T.: M.Jarrod 23+3reb, L.Ajith 18+2reb+1ast, K.McCalop 13+16reb+1ast, C.Brogan 13+2reb+10ast, F.Devin 10+6reb+5ast, W.Manyiel 8+1reb+3ast

Norwood F. - N.Adelaide R. 125-98

Everything could happen in Marden at the game between two tied teams. Both eighth ranked Norwood Flames and 9th ranked Rockets had identical 1-2 record. This time Norwood Flames used a home court advantage and outscored the opponent from Greenacres 125-98 on Saturday night. Norwood F. outrebounded N.Adelaide R. 52-33 including a 19-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Norwood F. looked well-organized offensively handing out 38 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by N.Adelaide R.'s players. American forward Inady Legiste (201-2002, college: Lander) fired a double-double by scoring 23 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. point guard Cooper Osborne (183-2004) chipped in 15 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Machar Machar produced 23 points and 5 rebounds and forward Miller Drewett (-2006) added 13 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Norwood F. and four N.Adelaide R. 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. Norwood F. (2-2) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Rockets dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Norwood F. will meet Eastern M. (#5) in the next round. N.Adelaide R. will play against the league's leader Sturt S. in Pasadena and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
N.Adelaide R.: M.Machar 23+5reb, D.Joel 18+2reb+3ast, O.Jones 14+2reb+4ast, D.Miller 13+9reb+1ast, B.Smith 9+6reb, M.Baxter 5+3reb+1ast
Norwood F.: L.Inady 23+11reb+3ast, D.Webber 17+2reb+5ast, K.Thomas 15+5reb+5ast, C.Osborne 15+6reb+9ast, C.Scott 12+3reb+11ast, O.Sabine 12+7reb+3ast

Sturt S. - Forestville E. 84-82

There was a change at the NBL One leadership position after last games. The most important game of round 4 took place in Pasadena between two undefeated teams where Sturt Sabres edged Forestville Eagles (3-1) 84-82 on Saturday night. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Forestville Eagles. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Worth to mention a great performance of naturalized Italian forward Jacob Rigoni (198-1998, college: Quinnipiac) who helped to win the game recording 26 points and 8 rebounds and Luke Pfitzner who added 24 points during the contest. At the losing side American guard Jordan Forbes (193-1998, college: Salem) responded with 12 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists and his fellow American import forward Alexander Starling (198-1989, college: BCU) scored 17 points and 7 rebounds. Four Forestville E. players scored in double figures. Sturt Sabres have a solid four-game winning streak. Sturt S. (4-0) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Norths B. Forestville E. at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. They were replaced at the leadership position by Norths B.. Forestville E. will play next round against strong Woodville W. trying to make it back to the top of the standings. Sturt S. will try to continue on its current victory against ninth ranked N.Adelaide R. in Greenacres.
Top scorers:
Forestville E.: D.Johnson 18+5reb, S.Alexander 17+7reb+2ast, G.Mays 13+5reb+1ast, J.Forbes 12+8reb+7ast, A.Doyle 9+5reb+3ast, M.James 5+2ast
Sturt S.: J.Rigoni 26+8reb+2ast, L.Pfitzner 24+3reb+1ast, J.Smith 10+4reb+1ast, T.Joshua 9+8reb+4ast, J.Spear 8+7reb+7ast, S.Griffin 4+6reb+5ast

Group East

Cent.Coast C. - Sydney C. 85-83

Undefeated Sydney City Comets (2-1) recorded its first loss in Terrigal on Sunday night. Visitors were edged by fifth ranked Crusaders (3-1) 85-83. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Sydney City Comets. Cent.Coast C. made 22-of-24 free shots (91.7 percent) during the game. Naturalized South Sudanese center Matur Maker (208-1998) fired 23 points and 6 rebounds (made all of his seven free throws) for the winners. Center Aaron Redhead (-1998) chipped in 18 points and 7 rebounds. Four Crusaders players scored in double figures. American Akil Douglas (208-1994, college: Clark Atlanta) produced 21 points and his fellow American import guard Ahmed Barba-Bey (190, college: FDU) added 20 points respectively for lost side. Sydney City Comets' coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Cent.Coast C. moved-up to second place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Sydney City Comets keeps the fourth position with one game lost. They share it with 9 other teams. Cent.Coast C. will meet Illawarra H. 2 (#5) in the next round. Sydney C. will play against Penrith and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sydney C.: A.Douglas 21+4reb+2ast, A.Barba-Bey 20+4reb+2ast, O.Kyei 17+7reb+1ast, G.Malual 9+6reb+1ast, A.Chol 8+6reb+1ast, F.Viliami 6+4reb
Cent.Coast C.: M.Matur 23+6reb, A.Redhead 18+7reb, L.Cassidy 17+2reb+5ast, J.Shoaib 11+6reb+3ast, H.Gunderson 9+3reb, Y.Garric 7+3reb+1ast

Inner WB - Maitland M. 68-90

There was an upset in Inner West where higher ranked Bulls (2-1) were outplayed by twelfth ranked Mustangs (1-2) 90-68 on Sunday. Maitland dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Bulls's 28. Maitland outrebounded Inner WB 52-28 including a 36-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. The former international guard Reyne Smith (188-2002, college: Louisville) fired 24 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Myles Cherry (203-1998, college: Lafayette) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Mustangs players scored in double figures. Mustangs' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Malok Majak (196-2000) produced 26 points and guard Kobe Shannon (193-2001, college: Midland) added 13 points respectively for lost side. Mustangs left bottom position moving up to eighth place, which they share with 9 other teams. Loser Bulls keeps the fourth position with one game lost. They share it with 9 other teams. Maitland will meet at home higher ranked Canberra G. (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Inner WB will play against Manly Warr. in Narrabeen and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Inner WB: M.Majak 26+3reb+1ast, S.Kobe 13+4reb+2ast, C.Maxwell 7+2reb+2ast, R.Jasper 6+1reb+5ast, M.Henry 5+6reb+2ast, B.Kwabena 4+4reb+1ast
Maitland M.: S.Reyne 24+7reb+4ast, B.Parsons 17+14reb+1ast, M.Cherry 15+14reb+4ast, W.Cranston-Lown 15+7reb+5ast, D.Millburn 5+3reb+2ast, M.Boc 4+2reb+1ast

Norths B. - Albury W.B. 94-51

No shocking result in a game in Crows Nest where top-ranked Norths Bears (4-0) outleveled bottom-ranked Bandits (0-3) 94-51 on Sunday. Norths B. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Bandits's 30. Norths B. outrebounded Albury W.B. 63-26 including a 26-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Forward Lachlan Bofinger (201-2001, college: St.Mary's, TX) fired a double-double by scoring 18 points and 15 rebounds for the winners. The former international forward Fabijan Krslovic (203-1995, college: Montana) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 13 rebounds. American forward Kevion Blaylock (198-1994, college: William Penn) produced 10 points, 5 rebounds and 4 blocks and his fellow American import guard Christian Cook (188-2001, college: NM State, agency: Origins Sports Group) added 11 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Norths Bears have a solid four-game winning streak. Norths B. maintains first position with 4-0 record, which they share with Sturt S. Loser Bandits still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Norths B. will meet at home Sutherland (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Albury W.B. will play against Hills H. (#11) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Albury W.B.: C.Cook 11+1reb+2ast, K.Blaylock 10+5reb+1ast, L.Cummings 9+3reb+1ast, S.Charlie 6+2reb+1ast, B.Liam 5+3reb, M.Majok 5+3reb+1ast
Norths B.: B.Lachlan 18+15reb+3ast, K.Fabijan 16+13reb+1ast, I.Mitchell 16+6reb+1ast, R.Moore 11+1reb, L.Holey 9+9reb, B.Hanson 7+7reb+3ast

Canberra G. - Illawarra H. 2 105-95

There was a minor upset when much higher ranked Hawks (2-1) were defeated on the road by top-ranked Canberra G. (2-0) 105-95 on Saturday. Canberra G. made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Canberra G. made 7 blocks. Forward William Mayfield (196-2000) fired a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Guard James Toohey (188-1998, college: SVSU) chipped in 17 points and 6 rebounds. The former international swingman Todd Blanchfield (198-1991) produced a double-double by scoring 29 points and 15 rebounds and American point guard Matthew Mims (183-1999, college: S.Dakota St.) added 23 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists respectively for lost side. Five Canberra G. and four Illawarra H. 2 players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Canberra G. moved-up to third place, which they share with BA CoE. Loser Hawks dropped to the fourth position with one game lost. They share it with 9 other teams. Canberra G. will meet Maitland (#12) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Illawarra H. 2 will play against the league's second-placed Cent.Coast C. (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Illawarra H. 2: T.Blanchfield 29+15reb+3ast, M.Mims 23+7reb+8ast, M.Ethan 16+3reb+1ast, D.Philip 10+5reb+2ast, K.Judah 5+2reb, K.Harley 4+2reb
Canberra G.: W.Mayfield 18+11reb+5ast, J.Toohey 17+6reb+1ast, G.Morison 14+1reb+2ast, E.Wardlow 14+2reb+4ast, C.Pender 11+8reb+3ast, H.Darnell 8+3reb+2ast

Sydney C. - Newcastle F. 87-64

Very predictable result in Alexandria where fourth ranked Sydney City Comets (2-1) smashed bottom-ranked Falcons (0-2) 87-64 on Saturday. Sydney C. dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Falcons's 36. Sydney C. outrebounded Newcastle F. 49-27 including a 37-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Naturalized British forward Obiri Kyei (206-1994, college: Eckerd) fired 21 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Forward Goc Malual (196-2006) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds. Naturalized British forward Ryan Beisty (200-1995, college: Regis Univ.) produced 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Jude Jennings (190, college: Ohlone CC) added 10 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sydney C. maintains fourth position with 2-1 record, which they share with 9 other teams. Loser Falcons still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with Penrith. Sydney C. will meet at home Penrith (#14) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Newcastle F. will play against Canberra G. and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Newcastle F.: R.Beisty 16+8reb+5ast, M.Worthy 13+3reb+1ast, J.Jude 10+7reb+1ast, G.Jaidyn 6+1reb+1ast, M.Matur 5+2reb, S.Jai 4+4reb
Sydney C.: K.Obiri 21+7reb, D.Akil 18+2reb+1ast, M.Goc 13+11reb+1ast, I.Gundi 8+2reb+1ast, B.Ahmed 7+5reb+6ast, M.Nesterov 6+2reb

Inner WB - Penrith P. 90-79

Not a big story in a game in Inner West where bottom-ranked Panthers (0-2) were defeated by fourth ranked Bulls (2-1) 90-79 on Saturday. Forward Malok Majak (196-2000) fired a double-double by scoring 32 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. Naturalized Filipino guard Jasper Rentoy (180-2000) chipped in 15 points and 5 assists. Four Bulls players scored in double figures. Simun Krpez produced 21 points and 7 rebounds and guard Benjamin Kearins (190-1994) added 22 points respectively for lost side. Panthers' coach let to play eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Inner WB maintains fourth position with 2-1 record, which they share with 9 other teams. Loser Panthers still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with Newcastle F.. Inner WB will meet Manly Warr. (#7) in the next round. Penrith will play against Sydney C. (#8) in Alexandria and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Penrith P.: B.Kearins 22+3reb+2ast, K.Simun 21+7reb, P.Jonah 10+9reb+7ast, H.Jett 9+9reb+1ast, W.Noah 4+7reb, W.Jesse 4+1reb
Inner WB: M.Malok 32+12reb+2ast, J.Rentoy 15+4reb+5ast, L.Bleechmore 12+8reb+1ast, K.Shannon 12+3reb+1ast, H.Makeny 7+4reb, T.Tony 5+1reb

HKBA Spiders - Manly Warr. 64-98

Everything went according to plan in Hornsby where ninth ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (2-1) outscored bottom-ranked Spiders (0-3) 98-64 on Saturday. Manly Warr. dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Spiders' 28 and made 23-of-25 free shots (92.0 percent) during the game, while HKBA Spiders only scored six points from the stripe. They outrebounded HKBA Spiders 46-25 including a 38-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. Manly Warr. looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American forward Quinn Slazinski (206-2001, college: WVU) fired a double-double by scoring 28 points and 11 rebounds for the winners (made all of his eleven free throws !!!). Guard Isaiah Lee (188-2000, college: UC Irvine) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points, 6 rebounds and 14 assists. Five Manly Warringah Sea Eagles players scored in double figures. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles' coach felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Alexander Sidhu (188-2001) produced 5 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Daniel Titus (203-2000, college: Coppin St.) added 16 points respectively for lost side. Manly Warr. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 9 other teams. Loser Spiders still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Manly Warr. will meet at home Inner WB (#6) in the next round. HKBA Spiders will play against Bankstown B. (#10) in Condell Park and hope to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
HKBA Spiders: T.Daniel 16+1reb+1ast, C.Nathaniel 13+3ast, S.Jackson 10+4reb+3ast, E.Harrison 8+3reb+1ast, C.IV Joseph 8+4reb+3ast, S.Alexander 5+9reb+5ast
Manly Warr.: Q.Slazinski 28+11reb+2ast, S.Valkovic 17+1reb, I.Lee 15+6reb+14ast, E.Tshimanga 12+10reb+3ast, J.Giddens 10+6reb+2ast, O.Hammond 6+4reb+1ast

Norths B. - Bankstown B. 87-71

There was no surprise in Crows Nest where 7th ranked Bruins (1-2) were defeated by top-ranked Norths Bears (4-0) 87-71 on Saturday. Norths B. dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Bruins's 20. Norths B. outrebounded Bankstown B. 49-38 including 16 on the offensive glass. Forward Lachlan Bofinger (201-2001, college: St.Mary's, TX) fired a double-double by scoring 14 points, 16 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. The former international forward Fabijan Krslovic (203-1995, college: Montana) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 16 rebounds. The former international point guard Jason Cadee (186-1991) produced 21 points (made all of his eleven free throws !!!) and forward Elijah Kamu (196-2005) added 9 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. Bruins' coach let to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Norths Bears have a solid four-game winning streak. Norths B. maintains first position with 4-0 record, which they share with Sturt S. Loser Bruins dropped to the eighth place with two games lost. They share the position with 9 other teams. Norths B. will meet at home Sutherland (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Bankstown B. will play against HKBA Spiders and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Bankstown B.: J.Cadee 21+1reb+2ast, M.Anthony 12+1reb+2ast, H.Alex 10+7reb, W.Tederick 9+8reb+4ast, K.Elijah 9+10reb+2ast, E.Zeke 6+7reb+1ast
Norths B.: B.Hanson 24+4reb+3ast, K.Fabijan 15+16reb+3ast, B.Lachlan 14+16reb+5ast, R.Moore 8+5reb+3ast, B.Gill 8+1reb, I.Mitchell 8+1reb

Sutherland S. - Maitland M. 93-79

There was a small surprise in Sutherland where fourteenth ranked Sharks (1-1) won against 12th ranked Mustangs (1-2) 93-79 on Saturday. Sutherland made 24-of-31 free shots (77.4 percent) during the game. Naturalized British center Jason Spurgin (211-2001, college: BGSU) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Guard Lochlan Hutchison (188-1999) chipped in 24 points and 6 assists. Four Sharks players scored in double figures. Swingman Will Cranston-Lown (185-2000, college: Regis Univ.) produced 23 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international guard Reyne Smith (188-2002, college: Louisville) added 27 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sharks left bottom position moving up to seventh place, which they share with Goldfields G. Loser Mustangs dropped to the eighth position with two games lost. They share it with 9 other teams. Sutherland will meet league's leader Norths B. in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Maitland will play against Canberra G. (#4) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Maitland M.: R.Smith 27+2reb+1ast, C.Will 23+8reb+6ast, P.Billy 8+12reb+2ast, M.Daniel 5+2reb, C.Myles 5+3reb+2ast, M.Ben 4+5reb+2ast
Sutherland S.: H.Lochlan 24+3reb+6ast, J.Spurgin 22+14reb+2ast, A.Cabrera 15+1ast, B.Macarthur 10+4reb+1ast, R.Abbott 8+3reb+2ast, W.Lucas 5+5reb

Cent.Coast C. - Albury W.B. 108-68

Very expected game in Terrigal where bottom-ranked Bandits (0-3) were crushed by fifth ranked Crusaders (3-1) 108-68 on Saturday. Cent.Coast C. dominated down low during the game scoring 74 of its points in the paint compared to Bandits's 38 and made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Cent.Coast C. outrebounded Albury W.B. 57-37 including a 40-28 advantage in defensive rebounds. Naturalized South Sudanese center Matur Maker (208-1998) fired a double-double by scoring 33 points (!!!) and 16 rebounds for the winners. Center Aaron Redhead (-1998) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds. American forward Kevion Blaylock (198-1994, college: William Penn) produced 14 points and 9 rebounds and naturalized Sudanese power forward Majok Majok (210-1992, college: Ball St.) added 13 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. 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. Cent.Coast C. moved-up to second place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Bandits still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Cent.Coast C. will meet Illawarra H. 2 (#5) in the next round. Albury W.B. will play against Hills H. (#11) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Albury W.B.: L.Spina Marcus 14+4reb, K.Blaylock 14+9reb+3ast, M.Majok 13+8reb+2ast, C.Cook 13+2reb+3ast, L.Cummings 8+4reb+3ast, O.Mackeldanz 2
Cent.Coast C.: M.Matur 33+16reb+2ast, S.Saipaia 15+2reb+2ast, A.Redhead 12+12reb+1ast, J.Shoaib 11+2reb+1ast, Y.Garric 11+7reb+3ast, S.Chapman 9+6reb

Hills H. - Manly Warr. 75-93

Everything could happen in Baulkham Hills at the game between two tied teams. Both ninth ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles and their close opponent Hornets had identical 1-1 record. But Hornets were not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Narrabeen 93-75 on Friday night. Manly Warr. outrebounded Hills H. 55-36 including a 37-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. American forward Quinn Slazinski (206-2001, college: WVU) fired a double-double by scoring 29 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Canadian forward Emmanuel Tshimanga (213-2001, college: NM State) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Manly Warringah Sea Eagles players scored in double figures. American forward Meekness Payne (201-1999, college: CSU-Pueblo) produced 20 points and 5 rebounds and guard Saxon Orsini (184-2004) added 19 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Manly Warr. (2-1) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 9 other teams. Loser Hornets dropped to the eighth position with two games lost. They share it with 9 other teams. Manly Warr. will meet at home Inner WB (#6) in the next round. Hills H. will play against Albury W.B. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Hills H.: M.Payne 20+5reb, O.Saxon 19+3reb+1ast, M.Pafe 8+3reb+2ast, C.Edward 7+4reb, M.Gum 7+6reb+2ast, S.Stewart 4+2reb+7ast
Manly Warr.: Q.Slazinski 29+14reb, E.Tshimanga 13+17reb+4ast, I.Lee 12+2reb+1ast, J.Hyman 11+3reb+2ast, J.Giddens 8+4reb+1ast, S.Valkovic 8+4reb+1ast

Group South

Bendigo B. - Knox R. 86-75

The game had a very big importance for fifth-ranked Braves as it allowed them to take a leadership position after previous leader's (Raiders) loss. Braves defeated top-ranked Raiders in Bendigo 86-75. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of Raiders. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Knox R. was plagued by 24 personal fouls down the stretch. The winners were led by guard Biwali Bayles (185-2002, college: Hawaii) who scored that evening 33 points (!!!) and 7 assists and American forward Jarvis Doles (203-1998, college: UMBC, agency: Crossover Management) supported him with 20 points and 7 rebounds. Doles is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Even 14 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals by the former international point guard Tad Dufelmeier (183-1996, college: CUI) did not help to save the game for Knox R.. American forward Brandon Slater (203-1999, college: Villanova) added 9 points and 13 rebounds for lost side. Four Knox R. players scored in double figures. Braves have a solid three-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 3 other teams. Knox R. at the other side dropped to the second place with one game lost. They share the position with 6 other teams. Knox R. will play next round against strong Nunawading S. trying to get back on the winning streak. Bendigo will try to continue on its current victory against fifth ranked Dandenong R. on the road.
Top scorers:
Knox R.: T.White 21+2reb+1ast, J.Hunter 14+9reb+1ast, D.Tad 14+5reb+6ast, K.Williamson 11+7reb+3ast, B.Slater 9+13reb+2ast, B.Nunn 4+4reb+2ast
Bendigo B.: B.Biwali 33+4reb+7ast, D.Jarvis 20+7reb+1ast, R.Turner 9+8reb, D.McCauley 8+4reb+2ast, J.Straatsma 8+7reb+4ast, B.Smythe 6+2reb+1ast

Waverley F. - Hobart C. 90-75

There was an upset in Mount Waverley where top-ranked Chargers (3-1) were defeated by thirteenth ranked Falcons (2-2) 90-75 on Sunday. Waverley F. forced 22 Hobart C. turnovers. American forward Miles Gibson (198-1998, college: Binghamton) fired 30 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Guard Gabe Hadley (193-1998) chipped in 26 points. Falcons' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Luke Rosendale (194-2001) produced 25 points and 6 rebounds and forward Jacob Richards (200-2001) added 16 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Waverley F. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Chargers dropped to the second position with one game lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Waverley F. will meet Kilsyth C. (#7) on the road in the next round. Hobart C. will play against Northern Force (#16) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hobart C.: R.Luke 25+6reb+1ast, R.Jacob 16+10reb+6ast, A.Drmic 15+7reb+3ast, E.Ambros 12, G.Harry 5+1reb, H.Jasper 2+4reb+2ast
Waverley F.: G.Miles 30+8reb, G.Hadley 26+3reb+3ast, M.Meunier 15+3reb+8ast, L.Bennie 10+5reb+4ast, M.Matthew 7+2reb+3ast, M.Harper 2+4reb+1ast

Geelong U. - Mt.Gambier 89-86

There was a small surprise in Geelong where nineteenth ranked United (1-2) edged 16th ranked Pioneers (1-4) 89-86 on Sunday. Geelong U. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Lachlan Barker (188-1996) fired 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. American guard Demarcus Gatlin (193-1992, college: SHSU) chipped in 21 points and 8 rebounds. Four United players scored in double figures. United's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. American guard Collin Moore (193-2001, college: GCU) produced a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 rebounds (made all of his eight free throws) and naturalized Sudanese Ngor Manyang (201-1993) added 24 points, 10 rebounds and 4 blocks respectively for lost side. United left bottom position moving up to eighth place, which they share with 9 other teams. It was Mt.Gambier's third loss in a row. They dropped to the seventeenth position with four games lost. They share it with Ringwood. Geelong U. will meet Diamond V.E. (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Mt.Gambier will play against Ballarat M. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Mt.Gambier: C.Moore 29+10reb+3ast, M.Ngor 24+10reb, S.Telfer 17+4reb+5ast, S.Elijah-Taye 9+1reb+5ast, M.Micale 6+4reb+2ast, M.Jeremiah 1+1reb+2ast
Geelong U.: L.Barker 23+8reb+4ast, G.Demarcus 21+8reb+3ast, R.Deng 19+8reb+3ast, L.Herbert 17+6reb+7ast, P.Gakmar 5, R.Drinkwater 2+4reb

Melbourne T. - Ballarat M. 96-75

Everything could happen in Melbourne at the game between two tied teams. Both eleventh ranked Tigers and 10th ranked Miners had identical 1-1 record. This time Tigers used a home court advantage and outplayed the opponent from Wendouree 96-75 on Sunday night. Melbourne T. dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Miners's 36. Melbourne T. forced 21 Ballarat M. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Ballarat M.'s players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Melbourne T. made 9 blocks. Forward George Blagojevic (203-1997, college: Hartford) fired a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Forward Jack Purchase (203-1995, college: Hawaii) chipped in 14 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocks. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. Canadian guard Jaden Campbell (195-2000, college: Samford) produced 21 points and 8 rebounds and point guard Lachlan Dent (184-2000) added 22 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Melbourne T. (2-1) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 9 other teams. Loser Miners dropped to the eighth position with two games lost. They share it with 9 other teams. Melbourne T. will meet Sandringham S. (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. Ballarat M. will play against Mt.Gambier in Mt Gambier and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: L.Dent 22+2reb+3ast, J.Campbell 21+8reb+1ast, B.Bol 9+8reb+3ast, N.Riley 9+2reb, B.Brooklyn 7+2reb+2ast, C.Warren 4+10reb
Melbourne T.: B.George 20+11reb+2ast, P.Jack 14+7reb+7ast, M.Wearne 13+2reb+3ast, W.Tom 13+7ast, M.Gaze 10+2reb+4ast, K.Garnaut 9+5reb+2ast

Dandenong R. - Eltham W. 87-75

Everything could happen in Dandenong at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Rangers and 6th ranked Wildcats had identical 2-1 record. This time Rangers used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Eltham 87-75 on Sunday night. The former international center Harrison Froling (210-1998, college: Marquette) fired 31 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. American guard Joe Palmer (193-2001, college: Colorado St.) chipped in 16 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Brazilian forward Leonardo Colimerio (201-2001, college: Queens, NC) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds and power forward Zak Cunningham (195-2001, college: ECSU) added 16 points respectively for lost side. Dandenong R. (3-1) moved-up to second place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Wildcats dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Dandenong R. will meet at home league's leader Bendigo in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Eltham W. will play against Frankston B. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: C.Zak 16+4reb, L.Colimerio 13+10reb, M.McCarron 12+2reb+3ast, T.Weeks 11+3reb, H.Harrison 9+7reb+4ast, M.Ovie 7+3reb
Dandenong R.: F.Harrison 31+9reb+5ast, M.Michael 18+4reb+4ast, P.Joe 16+9reb+5ast, R.Ryan 8+8reb+2ast, S.Davidson 7+2reb, J.Lubarsky 6+8reb

Keilor T. - Northern Force 94-100

There was an upset in Melbourne where higher ranked Thunder (1-2) was defeated by twentieth ranked Northern Force (1-3) 100-94 on Sunday. Northern Force made 25-of-32 free shots (78.1 percent) during the game. Logan Gibson fired 24 points and 7 rebounds (on 9-of-10 shooting from the field) for the winners. The former international guard Kye Savage (186-2005) chipped in 17 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists (made all of his nine free throws !!!). Guard Daniel Foster (198-2001, college: Nevada) produced 26 points and 6 rebounds and South Sudanese guard Deng Dut (193-2001, college: DBU) added 16 points, 5 assists and 5 steals respectively for lost side. Five Northern Force and four Keilor T. players scored in double figures. Northern Force left bottom position moving up to seventh place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Thunder dropped to the eighth position with two games lost. They share it with 9 other teams. Northern Force will meet higher ranked Hobart C. (#3) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Keilor T. will play against Sandringham S. (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Keilor T.: F.Daniel 26+6reb+3ast, S.Landon 16+4reb, D.Deng 16+3reb+5ast, M.Mayoum 12+2reb+2ast, T.Kopa 9+1reb, K.Cooper 9+1reb
Northern Force: L.Gibson 24+7reb+3ast, R.Aaron 23+2reb+1ast, V.DeAngelo 18+6reb+2ast, K.Savage 17+9reb+8ast, A.Gibson 12+6reb+1ast, J.Moran 4+1reb

Diamond V.E. - Mt.Gambier 94-81

There was a small surprise in Greensborough where nineteenth ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (1-3) defeated 16th ranked Pioneers (1-4) 94-81 on Saturday. Diamond V.E. outrebounded Mt.Gambier 48-34 including a 35-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Swingman Ryley Haywood (194-2004) fired 27 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. Guard Mirko Djeric (193-1995) chipped in 8 points, 9 rebounds and 14 assists. Four Diamond Valley Eagles players scored in double figures. Diamond Valley Eagles' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Naturalized Sudanese Ngor Manyang (201-1993) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and guard Micale Mee (198-2000, college: TxWes) added 14 points and 5 rebounds (made all of his nine free throws !!!) respectively for lost side. Diamond Valley Eagles left bottom position moving up to seventh place, which they share with 6 other teams. It was Mt.Gambier's third loss in a row. They dropped to the seventeenth position with four games lost. They share it with Ringwood. Diamond V.E. will meet at home Geelong U. (#13) in the next round where they are favorite. Mt.Gambier will play against Ballarat M. (#12) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Mt.Gambier: M.Ngor 21+10reb+1ast, M.Micale 14+5reb+2ast, C.Moore 13+2reb+3ast, G.Seth 9+1reb, S.Elijah-Taye 8+4reb+1ast, S.Telfer 8+6reb+4ast
Diamond V.E.: R.Haywood 27+6reb+2ast, M.Emmanuel 15+9reb, M.Blackburn 15+13reb+1ast, N.Todd 13+5reb+1ast, D.Poelsma 12+2reb, D.Mirko 8+9reb+14ast

Knox R. - Dandenong R. 117-106

Not a big story in a game in Melbourne where 5th ranked Rangers (3-1) were defeated by first ranked Raiders (3-1) 117-106 on Saturday. Knox R. shot 60.3 percent from the field. They shot the lights out from three sinking 15 long-distance shots on high 53.6 percentage. Knox R. looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists. American forward Trazarien White (198, college: TCU) fired 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Guard Brody Nunn (185-2002, college: Seattle) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 11 assists. Raiders' coach used entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The former international center Harrison Froling (210-1998, college: Marquette) produced 38 points (!!!), 5 rebounds and 7 assists and American guard Joe Palmer (193-2001, college: Colorado St.) added 13 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for lost side. Five Knox R. and four Dandenong R. players scored in double figures. Raiders have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Knox R. went down to second position due to points difference, which they share with 6 other teams including defeated Dandenong R.. Knox R. will meet at home Nunawading S. (#4) in the next round. Dandenong R. will play against the league's leader Bendigo and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Dandenong R.: H.Froling 38+5reb+7ast, D.Sam 20+3reb+1ast, R.Rapp 14+7reb+2ast, J.Palmer 13+7reb+6ast, L.Joe 9+3reb+1ast, J.Kunen 5+2reb
Knox R.: S.Brandon 23+5reb+1ast, W.Trazarien 21+5reb+4ast, H.Jordan 19+6reb, N.Brody 16+3reb+11ast, W.Kobe 16+5reb+3ast, T.Dufelmeier 15+3reb+10ast

Ringwood H. - Northern Force 101-94

There was a small surprise in Heathmont where twentieth ranked Ringwood Hawks (1-4) beat their close opponent Northern Force (1-3) 101-94 on Saturday. Ringwood looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Naturalized Nigerian guard Uche Dibiamaka (193-1999, college: St.Edward's) fired 34 points (!!!) and 4 steals for the winners. Guard Harry Sealey (-2003) chipped in 21 points and 6 assists. Vincent DeAngelo produced 35 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 6 assists and the former international guard Kye Savage (186-2005) added 22 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Ringwood Hawks left bottom position moving up to seventeenth place, which they share with Mt.Gambier. It was Northern Force's third loss in a row. They dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Ringwood will meet Casey (#20) in the next round. Northern Force will play against Hobart C. (#3) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
Northern Force: D.Vincent 35+7reb+6ast, S.Kye 22+8reb+5ast, T.Joshua 12, G.Logan 11+4reb+3ast, A.Ridley III 8+5reb+5ast, G.Aiden 4+7reb+1ast
Ringwood H.: D.Uche 34+2reb+3ast, H.Sealey 21+3reb+6ast, L.Eales 16+5reb+1ast, B.Chris 12+4reb+2ast, T.Carroll 7+4reb+4ast, H.Bergamin 5+3reb+2ast

Casey C. - Frankston B. 90-101

There was no surprise in Cranbourne where bottom-ranked Cavaliers (0-3) were defeated by eleventh ranked Blues (2-1) 101-90 on Saturday. Frankston B. made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. Forward Daniel Trist (206-1992, college: Lafayette) fired a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Guard Austin Shelley (190-2002, college: WTAM) chipped in 22 points and 5 assists. Five Blues players scored in double figures. Senegalese center Ibrahima Diallo (213-1999, college: UCF) produced 17 points and 8 rebounds and American-Kenyan forward Preston Bungei (198-1995, college: Norfolk St.) added 16 points and 6 assists respectively for lost side. Frankston B. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 9 other teams. Loser Cavaliers still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Frankston B. will meet Eltham W. (#10) on the road in the next round where they are favorite. Casey will play against Ringwood and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Casey C.: I.Diallo 17+8reb+1ast, P.Bungei 16+3reb+6ast, R.Patrick 14+3reb+1ast, G.Yuot 9+2reb+2ast, T.Krebs 9+9reb+4ast, R.Joel 9+1reb
Frankston B.: S.Austin 22+1reb+5ast, S.Jack 20+3reb+2ast, T.Daniel 20+11reb, T.Garrett 17+9reb, W.Dibaji 13+7reb+1ast, L.Barker 9+4reb+3ast

Nunawading S. - Waverley F. 97-94

Everything could happen in East Burwood at the game between two tied teams. Both seventh ranked Spectres and 13th ranked Falcons had identical 2-1 record. This time Spectres used a home court advantage and edged the opponent from Mount Waverley 97-94 on Saturday night. However just three-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Nunawading S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Swingman Christian D'Angelo (191-2003) fired a double-double by scoring 24 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. American guard Dylan Penn (190, college: Vermont) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 11 assists. Guard Gabe Hadley (193-1998) produced 31 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Matthew McCarthy (205-1996, college: FGCU) added 15 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Spectres have a solid three-game winning streak. Nunawading S. (3-1) moved-up to second place, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Falcons dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Nunawading S. will meet league's second-placed Knox R. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Waverley F. will play against Kilsyth C. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Waverley F.: H.Gabe 31+6reb+5ast, M.Malik 16+5reb+4ast, M.McCarthy 15+9reb+3ast, H.Michael 12+5reb+5ast, B.Lewis 12+5reb+2ast, M.Gibson 3+4reb+1ast
Nunawading S.: C.D'Angelo 24+10reb+3ast, P.Dylan 18+4reb+11ast, L.Owen 14+4reb, B.Griscti 14+13reb+2ast, K.Box 10+5reb+1ast, J.Mutimer 5+2ast

Kilsyth C. - Hobart C. 89-105

Rather expected game in Kilsyth where 4th ranked Cobras (2-1) were defeated by first ranked Chargers (3-1) 105-89 on Saturday. Hobart C. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Forward Jacob Richards (200-2001) fired 31 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists (on 13-of-16 shooting from the field) for the winners. Guard Luke Rosendale (194-2001) chipped in 22 points and 5 rebounds. Swingman Corey Jeffs (203-1994, college: Winona St.) produced 19 points and guard Adrian Tomada (-1995) added 13 points and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Cobras' coach let to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Chargers have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Hobart C. went down to second position due to points difference, which they share with 6 other teams. Loser Cobras keeps the fourth place with one game lost. They share the position with 9 other teams. Hobart C. will meet at home Northern Force (#16) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Kilsyth C. will play against Waverley F. (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kilsyth C.: J.Corey 19+4reb+1ast, M.McKinney 13+2reb+4ast, T.Adrian 13+3reb+5ast, C.Payton 13+6reb+1ast, J.Ahale 9+4reb+3ast, D.Stith 7+2reb+2ast
Hobart C.: J.Richards 31+8reb+5ast, L.Rosendale 22+5reb+2ast, D.Anthony 15+5reb+4ast, P.Nick 10+7reb+4ast, A.Eugster 8+2reb+3ast, L.Brown 6+2reb+1ast

Diamond V.E. - Sandringham S. 90-113

Very predictable result in Greensborough where eighth ranked Sabres (2-1) smashed 19th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (1-3) 113-90 on Friday. Sandringham S. had a 32-20 advantage in offensive rebounds. Elliott Brown fired 29 points and 6 assists for the winners. The former international forward Kyle Bowen (203-2000, college: SMC) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Four Sabres players scored in double figures. Naturalized South Sudanese power forward Emmanuel Malou (206-1993, college: Iowa St.) produced 10 points and 7 rebounds and American point guard Christopher Elder (180-1989, college: St.Francis, IL) added 16 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sandringham S. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 9 other teams. Diamond V.E. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Sandringham S. will meet at home Melbourne T. (#8) in the next round. Diamond V.E. will play against Geelong U. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Diamond V.E.: C.Elder 16+1ast, H.Ryley 12+1reb+2ast, B.Mitchell 11+2reb, E.Malou 10+7reb+1ast, T.Noah 8+3reb+1ast, B.Aleksandar 8+4reb+1ast
Sandringham S.: E.Brown 29+3reb+6ast, K.Kitto 19+2reb, B.Kyle 18+6reb+2ast, M.Machar 16+3reb+2ast, S.Cartwright 7+4reb+1ast, F.Daff 6+1reb

Ringwood H. - Eltham W. 79-83

Not a big story in a game in Heathmont where 20th ranked Ringwood Hawks (1-4) were defeated by sixth ranked Wildcats (2-2) 83-79 on Thursday. Eltham W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Power forward Zak Cunningham (195-2001, college: ECSU) fired 15 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Forward Harrison Hornery (208, college: USC) chipped in 18 points. Five Wildcats players scored in double figures. American forward Chris Brandon (203, college: NKU, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) produced a double-double by scoring 13 points and 16 rebounds and guard Harry Sealey (-2003) added 24 points and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Ringwood Hawks' coach let to play ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Eltham W. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Ringwood lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventeenth position with four games lost. They share it with Mt.Gambier. Eltham W. will meet at home Frankston B. (#6) in the next round. Ringwood will play against Casey (#20) in Cranbourne and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Ringwood H.: S.Harry 24+5ast, C.Thomas 15+9reb+4ast, C.Brandon 13+16reb+2ast, D.Mitchell 7+5ast, S.Anton 6+1ast, E.Lawson 6+8reb
Eltham W.: H.Hornery 18+3reb+3ast, W.T.J. 16+4reb+4ast, Z.Cunningham 15+8reb+4ast, C.Leonardo 11+7reb+2ast, M.Mitchell 10+4reb+4ast, S.Whelan 8+1reb

Ringwood H. - Nunawading S. 77-98

Everything went according to plan in Heathmont where seventh ranked Spectres (3-1) outscored 20th ranked Ringwood Hawks (1-4) 98-77 on Tuesday. Nunawading S. outrebounded Ringwood 46-34 including 19 on the offensive glass. Nunawading S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Swingman Christian D'Angelo (191-2003) fired 18 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. American forward Owen Lobsinger (206-2002, college: W.Michigan, agency: One Motive Sports) chipped in 19 points and 6 rebounds. Four Spectres players scored in double figures. Naturalized Dutch forward Thomas Carroll (200-2003) produced 23 points and 5 rebounds and guard Harry Sealey (-2003) added 11 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Spectres have a solid three-game winning streak. Nunawading S. moved-up to second place, which they share with 6 other teams. Ringwood lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventeenth position with four games lost. They share it with Mt.Gambier. Nunawading S. will meet league's second-placed Knox R. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Ringwood will play against Casey (#20) in Cranbourne and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Ringwood H.: C.Thomas 23+5reb+3ast, S.Harry 11+6reb+7ast, C.Brandon 11+6reb+1ast, G.Junior 7+3reb+2ast, B.Hugo 6+2reb, E.Lawson 6+6reb+1ast
Nunawading S.: L.Owen 19+6reb+2ast, C.D'Angelo 18+8reb+2ast, D.King-Hawea 15+7reb+1ast, J.Gandolfo 14+2reb+3ast, J.Mutimer 10+2reb+6ast, D.Baxter 9+9reb+4ast

Group West

Joondalup W. - Cockburn 102-80

There was no surprise in Joondalup where 6th ranked Cougars (1-2) were outplayed by top-ranked Wanneroo (3-0) 102-80 on Saturday. Joondalup W. forced 20 Cockburn turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard Sharif Black (185-1996, college: Bemidji St., agency: Crossover Management) fired 17 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. The other American import forward CJ Turnage (201-1995, college: SVSU) chipped in 14 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Wanneroo players scored in double figures. American center Joseph Bradshaw (203-1996, college: Seminole St.) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points and 12 rebounds and Austin Crowe-StJack added 11 points and 4 steals respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Wanneroo have a solid three-game winning streak. Joondalup W. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Cougars dropped to the eighth place with two games lost. They share the position with 9 other teams. Joondalup W. will meet at home East Perth E. (#4) in the next round. Cockburn will play against Lakeside L. (#12) in North Lake and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Cockburn: J.Bradshaw 20+12reb+1ast, C.Austin 11+3reb+3ast, H.Josh 11+2reb, S.Chan 8+5reb+3ast, F.Harrison 8+1reb+1ast, P.Jack 7+5reb+1ast
Joondalup W.: C.Davis 18+4reb, B.Sharif 17+6reb+5ast, T.C.J. 14+8reb+6ast, D.Ballantyne 12+4reb+2ast, H.Collier 11+8reb+1ast, B.Geel 10+1reb+2ast

Mandurah M. - Kalamunda ES 76-99

No shocking result in a game in Mandurah where top-ranked Suns (3-0) outleveled bottom-ranked Magic (0-3) 99-76 on Saturday. Kalamunda ES forced 22 Mandurah turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Jesse Pollock fired 29 points for the winners. American swingman Terrandus Smith (193-1998, college: Union, TN) chipped in 19 points and 5 rebounds. Smith attended previously one of camps at Eurobasket Summer League on his way to pro basketball. Four Suns players scored in double figures. point guard Lachlan Bertram (183-2001) produced a double-double by scoring 21 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists and center Jock Perry (216-1997, college: UC Riverside) added 17 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Suns have a solid three-game winning streak. Kalamunda ES keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Magic still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Kalamunda ES will meet at home SW Slammers (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Mandurah will play against Willetton T. and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Mandurah M.: B.Lachlan 21+13reb+6ast, J.Perry 17+10reb+2ast, B.Ryan 14+8reb+4ast, M.Chad 8+3reb+3ast, C.Jaxon 5+2reb+1ast, M.Joseph 5+2reb
Kalamunda ES: J.Pollock 29+2reb, T.Smith 19+5reb+1ast, M.Sam 16+4reb+5ast, C.Joe 16+1reb+8ast, J.Simpson 6+7reb+1ast, H.Price 5+7reb+2ast

Geraldton B. - Perry Lakes H. 101-91

Rather expected game in Wonthella where bottom-ranked Hawks (0-3) were defeated by top-ranked Buccaneers (1-0) 101-91 on Saturday. Geraldton B. dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Hawks's 32. Geraldton B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Naturalized American power forward Liam Hunt (201-1995, college: HIU) fired 25 points and 9 assists for the winners. point guard Verle Williams Jr. (180-1997) chipped in 21 points and 9 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Four Buccaneers players scored in double figures. Buccaneers' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Forward Cameron Huefner (203-2001, college: SHSU) produced 29 points and 9 rebounds and forward Apiok Dau (-1999) added 17 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Buccaneers left bottom position moving up to sixth place. Loser Hawks still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Geraldton B. will meet SW Slammers (#11) in the next round where they are favorite. Perry Lakes H. will play against Lakeside L. and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Perry Lakes H.: H.Cameron 29+9reb, G.Andreas 23+3reb+2ast, A.Dau 17+9reb+2ast, M.Tobias 8+2reb+1ast, K.Darcy 7+6reb+9ast, B.Maxwell 5+9reb+1ast
Geraldton B.: L.Hunt 25+3reb+9ast, J.Williams 21+3reb+9ast, W.Devondrick 20+7reb, B.Josh 15+4reb+2ast, M.Wundenberg 8+6reb+1ast, J.Baker 8+2reb+4ast

Goldfields G. - Lakeside L. 82-73

There was a surprise result in Kalgoorlie where twelfth ranked Giants (1-1) defeated higher ranked Lightning (1-3) 82-73 on Saturday. American forward Danny Pippen (206-1997, college: Kent St.) fired 24 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. The other American import guard Sam Vinson (196-2002, college: NKU) chipped in 17 points, 9 rebounds, 9 assists and 5 steals. Four Giants players scored in double figures. Guard Liam Patterson (188-2002, college: Mobile, AL) produced 19 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists (made all of his eight free throws) and forward Corey Shervill (201-1998, college: St.Edward's) added 20 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Lightning's coach let to play twelve players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Giants left bottom position moving up to seventh place, which they share with Sutherland. Loser Lightning dropped to the seventh position with three games lost. They share it with 6 other teams. Goldfields G. will meet at home higher ranked Rockingham F. (#5) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Lakeside L. will play against Cockburn and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Lakeside L.: C.Shervill 20+5reb+2ast, P.Liam 19+6reb+5ast, I.Michael 8+2reb+3ast, S.Yahui 6+2ast, F.Ben 5+10reb+1ast, I.Lewis 5+3reb+2ast
Goldfields G.: P.Danny 24+8reb+4ast, J.Michael 20+7reb+3ast, V.Sam 17+9reb+9ast, S.Morrow 15+4reb, J.Reid 4+1reb, N.Lawrence 1+6reb

SW Slammers - Rockingham F. 81-116

Everything could happen in Bunbury at the game between two tied teams. Both sixth ranked Flames and 9th ranked Slammers had identical 1-1 record. But Slammers were not able to use a home court advantage and were rolled over by the opponent from Rockingham 116-81 on Friday night. Rockingham F. dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Slammers' 30. Rockingham F. outrebounded SW Slammers 53-28 including a 20-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. Rockingham F. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Forward Blake Jones (208-2002, college: CS Monterey) fired 25 points and 21 rebounds for the winners. International guard Isaac White (188-1998, college: CBU) chipped in 34 points (!!!), 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Flames players scored in double figures. American center Jhaylon Martinez (211-2001, college: Niagara) produced 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Eythan House (190-2002, college: Rio Grande) added 13 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Rockingham F. (2-1) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 9 other teams. Loser Slammers dropped to the eighth position with two games lost. They share it with 9 other teams. Rockingham F. will meet Goldfields G. (#7) in the next round. SW Slammers will play against the league's second-placed Kalamunda ES and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
SW Slammers: J.Martinez 18+6reb+4ast, H.Eythan 13+3reb, D.Gavin 10+1reb+2ast, P.Gebrewhit 8+3reb+2ast, D.Craig 8+2reb+4ast, F.Jack 7+4reb
Rockingham F.: W.Isaac 34+8reb+6ast, B.Jones 25+21reb+3ast, H.Michael 20+3reb+3ast, M.Burkholder 11+4reb, P.Thuch 10+2reb+1ast, R.Godfrey 7+4reb+2ast

Warwick S. - East Perth E. 75-94

Everything could happen in Perth at the game between two tied teams. Both fifth ranked Eagles and 7th ranked Senators had identical 1-1 record. But Senators were not able to use a home court advantage and were outscored by the opponent from Morley 94-75 on Friday night. East Perth E. forced 20 Warwick S. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Lat Mayen (206-1998, college: Nebraska) fired a double-double by scoring 25 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. The former international forward David Okwera (208-2002) chipped in a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds. American guard Marshawn Blackmon (196-1997, college: Newman) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points, 15 rebounds and 8 assists and forward Billy Mcrae (198-2008) added 20 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. East Perth E. (2-1) moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 9 other teams. Loser Senators dropped to the eighth position with two games lost. They share it with 9 other teams. East Perth E. will meet league's leader Joondalup W. on the road in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Warwick S. will play against Perth R. (#10) in Northbridge and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Warwick S.: M.Blackmon 26+15reb+8ast, M.Billy 20+4reb+1ast, E.Brody 15+3reb+1ast, C.Kye 4+2reb, T.Jay 3+6reb+3ast, M.Mason 3+2reb+1ast
East Perth E.: O.David 26+11reb+2ast, M.Lat 25+13reb+2ast, R.Max 17+1reb+5ast, A.Jonah 9+8reb+6ast, B.Huang 7+1reb, D.Ioannis 4+1reb

Perth R. - Willetton T. 115-121

There was no surprise in Northbridge where 8th ranked Redbacks (1-2) were defeated by top-ranked Tigers (3-0) 121-115 on Friday. Willetton T. looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. American forward Taeshon Cherry (203-1999, college: Marian, IN, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) fired 36 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. The other American import guard Bryce Johnson (193-2002, college: UMBC) chipped in 29 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Nicholas Floyd (198-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 26 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists and naturalized Belgian guard Marshall Nelson (184-1994, college: Wayland Baptist) added 30 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for lost side. Four Perth R. players scored in double figures. Redbacks' coach let to play eleven players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Tigers have a solid three-game winning streak. Willetton T. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Redbacks keeps the eighth place with two games lost. They share the position with 9 other teams. Willetton T. will meet at home Mandurah (#13) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Perth R. will play against Warwick S. (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: N.Marshall 30+5reb+6ast, F.Nicholas 26+13reb+5ast, S.Conway 26+9reb+1ast, E.Isaac 12+1reb+7ast, L.Phillips 7+4reb+5ast, C.Malakye 7+2reb+1ast
Willetton T.: C.Taeshon 36+7reb+5ast, B.Johnson 29+5reb+3ast, T.Ibukunoluwa 25+9reb+1ast, V.Michael 9+1ast, D.Scott 8+4reb+7ast, L.Burnett 5