NBL One Round 5 (Regular Season): Manly Warr. SE take over a leadership position

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The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles smashed 13th ranked Panthers in Narrabeen 110-57. Manly Warr. SE dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Panthers's 22. Manly Warr. SE outrebounded Penrith 58-24 including a 21-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Manly Warr. SE looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. Forward Alex Delaney (183-1995, college: SFC) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Josie Radan contributed with 12 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Chanel Bastin answered with 18 points for Penrith. Panthers' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Undefeated Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (5-0) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 4 other teams. Penrith at the other side dropped to the ninth place with three games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams. Penrith will play next round against Canberra N. trying to get back on the winning streak. Manly Warr. SE will try to continue on its current victory against tenth ranked Albury on the road.
The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Sharks (2-1) in Crows Nest. Visitors were rolled over by North Bears (5-0) 84-65. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Sharks. American forward Talya Brugler (185-2002, college: St.Joseph's) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and Caitlin Martin chipped in 15 points and 8 assists. Swingman Abigail Curtin (185-1997, college: Denver) responded with 18 points and 6 rebounds. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for North Bears. Norths B. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. Sutherland at the other side dropped to the fifth place with one game lost. They share the position with Casey. Norths B. will play against Sydney C. (#8) in Alexandria in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sutherland will play on the road against Illawarra H. in Wollongong and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Important to mention another loss for outsider Gold Coast R., who are unable to win a single game so far. This time they lost in a game versus leader Logan T. 94-49. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Leah Scott nailed 12 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals for the winning side. Emma Petrie came up with 10 points and 7 rebounds for Rollers in the defeat. Rollers' coach already knew that her team would not have a big chance, so allowed to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Logan T. (1-0) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Rollers still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Logan T. will meet at home Brisbane C. (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Gold Coast R. will play against the league's second-placed Ipswich F. and hopes to get finally their first victory.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 5: C.Districts L. was smashed by Forestville E. on the road 85-61. C.Districts L. lost to undefeated W.Adelaide B. on its own court 61-106. S.Adelaide P. managed to outperform Southern T. in a road game 63-46. Forestville E. managed to beat Woodville W. at home 67-59. Norwood F. crushed Eastern M. on the opponent's court 82-52. Sturt S. smashed N.Adelaide R. in a home game 97-60. Hornsby S. lost to Bankstown B. on the road 71-87. Newcastle F. managed to outperform Canberra N. on its own court 75-57. Penrith recorded a loss to Sydney C. in Alexandria 70-56. Albury crushed Hills H. at home 75-53. Canberra N. was smashed by Maitland on the opponent's court 77-57. Illawarra H. won against C.Coast C. in a home game 78-62. Winless Inner WB lost to undefeated Manly Warr. SE on the road 47-123. Mackay rolled over Rockhampton C. on its own court 92-71. Winless Brisbane C. lost to undefeated SD Spartans in Brisbane 61-105. Cairns D. smashed Townsville F. at home 105-73. SC Phoenix won against NGC Seahawks on the opponent's court 86-69. Ipswich F. managed to outperform SW Metro P. in a home game 75-59. Northside W. managed to beat SC Phoenix on the road 74-65. Nunawading S. was defeated by Keilor T. on its own court 53-70. Winless Geelong U. was smashed by Diamond VE in Greensborough 90-51. Knox R. destroyed Nunawading S. at home 78-55. Eltham W. managed to outperform Ballarat M. on the opponent's court 86-74. Keilor T. recorded a loss to Sandringham S. in a home game 52-65. Kilsyth was defeated by Frankston B. on the road 81-74. Dandenong R. smashed Bendigo on its own court 88-67. Winless Northern Force lost to Hobart C. in a road game 69-75. Mt Gambier managed to outperform Ballarat M. at home 96-94. Ringwood was rolled over Casey on the opponent's court 109-86. Kilsyth defeated Waverley F. in a home game 82-80. Winless Melbourne T. was smashed by Sandringham S. on the road 102-73. Eltham W. won against Frankston B. on its own court 78-70. Rockingham F. outscored Goldfields G. in a road game 104-84. Willetton T. managed to beat Mandurah at home 69-62. Lakeside L. defeated Perry Lakes H. on the opponent's court 95-90. Joondalup W. beat East Perth E. in a home game 77-72. Cockburn won against Lakeside L. on the road 97-85. Kalamunda ES outscored SW Slammers on its own court 102-81. Warwick S. managed to beat Perth R. in Perth 80-62.
The most impressive performance of 5th round was 21 points by Tayla Brazel of Sturt S..

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Group Central

Forestville E. - C.Districts L. 85-61

No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Eagles (3-3) crushed 8th ranked Lions (1-5) in Goodwood 85-61 on Sunday. Forestville E. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Jess Simons nailed 34 points (!!!) for the winning side and American center Sarah Boothe (195-1990, college: Stanford) accounted for 14 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Tiahna Sears (178-1999, college: N.Alabama) came up with 17 points and 9 rebounds and Alana Howden added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for C.Districts L. in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Forestville E. maintains fifth place with 3-3 record. C.Districts L. lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the tenth position with five games lost. They share it with Ringwood and C.Coast C.. Forestville E. will meet Norwood F. (#7) in the next round. C.Districts L. will play against S.Adelaide P. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
C.Districts L.: S.Tiahna 17+9reb+1ast, H.Alana 13+5reb+5ast, W.Emily 13+7reb, D.Bethany 8+2reb+1ast, F.Grace 5, S.Grace 2+6reb+6ast
Forestville E.: J.Simons 34+2reb+2ast, B.Sarah 14+8reb, G.Vidmar 9+3reb+2ast, R.King 7+5reb+2ast, H.Sydney 6+12reb+2ast, J.Tredrea 5+4reb

C.Districts L. - W.Adelaide B. 61-106

Very expected game when 8th ranked Lions (1-5) were smashed by leader Bearcats (5-0) in Gawler 106-61 on Saturday. W.Adelaide B. dominated down low during the game scoring 76 of its points in the paint compared to Lions's 40. W.Adelaide B. forced 27 C.Districts L. turnovers and outrebounded them 46-35 including 16 on the offensive glass. Swingman Chloe Hodges (183, college: Drexel) nailed a double-double by scoring 16 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists and 7 steals for the winning side and forward Sienna Lehmann (172-2007) accounted for 20 points. Four Bearcats players scored in double figures. Emily Winter came up with 16 points and 9 rebounds and Terran Wright added 14 points and 7 rebounds respectively for C.Districts L. in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Bearcats. W.Adelaide B. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. C.Districts L. lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the tenth place with five games lost. They share the position with Ringwood and C.Coast C.. W.Adelaide B. will meet at home Norwood F. (#7) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. C.Districts L. will play against S.Adelaide P. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
C.Districts L.: W.Emily 16+9reb+2ast, W.Terran 14+7reb+3ast, S.Tiahna 13+5reb, S.Grace 7+4reb+3ast, H.Alana 4+2reb+4ast, D.Bethany 4+4reb+2ast
W.Adelaide B.: S.Lehmann 20+3reb+3ast, C.Hodges 17+8reb, Y.Morgan 17+2reb+2ast, C.Hodges 16+13reb+7ast, A.Brenton 7+3reb+1ast, A.Strawbridge 7+5reb

Southern T. - S.Adelaide P. 46-63

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams when fourth ranked Panthers (3-2) won against 3rd placed Tigers (3-2) in Morphett Vale 63-46 on Saturday. S.Adelaide P. held Southern T. to an opponent 24.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 33.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when S.Adelaide P. made 7 blocks. Hannah Gardiner nailed 19 points and 9 rebounds for the winning side and Keira Gardiner accounted for 10 points and 10 rebounds. Forward Mollie McKendrick (183-1993, college: Boston U.) came up with a double-double by scoring 15 points and 13 rebounds and American forward Holly Forbes (178-1998, college: UT Martin) added 8 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Southern T. in the defeat. S.Adelaide P. moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams including defeated Southern T.. S.Adelaide P. will meet C.Districts L. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Southern T. will play against the league's leader Sturt S. (#1) in Pasadena and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Southern T.: M.Mollie 15+13reb, W.Rosie 11+5reb+2ast, J.Jhazmin 9+2reb+3ast, H.Forbes 8+11reb+4ast, R.Sophie 3+1reb+1ast, H.Lilli 0
S.Adelaide P.: H.Gardiner 19+9reb+2ast, B.Stasinowsky 11+5reb+1ast, K.Gardiner 10+10reb+2ast, H.Cox 8+1reb+4ast, G.Emilia 7+8reb+1ast, A.Brett 6+3reb+2ast

Forestville E. - Woodville W. 67-59

There was a minor upset when their close opponent Warriors (2-3) lost to fifth ranked Eagles (3-3) in Goodwood 59-67 on Saturday. Swingman Samantha Simons (188-2000, college: SMC) nailed 16 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and American center Sarah Boothe (195-1990, college: Stanford) accounted for 10 points and 9 rebounds. American guard Nani Falatea (175, college: Oregon) came up with 20 points and 5 rebounds and Naomi Allotey added 15 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Woodville W. in the defeat. Forestville E. maintains fifth place with 3-3 record. Loser Warriors dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Forestville E. will meet Norwood F. (#7) in the next round. Woodville W. will play against N.Adelaide R. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Woodville W.: N.Falatea 20+5reb+1ast, A.Naomi 15+7reb, K.Ambah 11+4reb+1ast, B.Hodges 8+11reb, K.Sophie 3+4reb+3ast, P.Chloe 2+2reb+1ast
Forestville E.: S.Samantha 16+9reb+4ast, R.King 12+2ast, H.Sydney 10+8reb+1ast, B.Sarah 10+9reb+1ast, G.Vidmar 8+5reb+3ast, J.Simons 5+1reb+1ast

Eastern M. - Norwood F. 52-82

Everything could happen in Mt. Barker at the game between two tied teams. Both eighth ranked Flames and 9th ranked Mavericks had identical 1-3 record. But Mavericks were not able to use a home court advantage and were outplayed by the opponent from Marden 82-52 on Saturday night. American forward Cali Clark (190, college: SDSU) nailed a double-double by scoring 22 points and 16 rebounds for the winning side and forward Amy Cotton (183-2002, college: HCU) accounted for 20 points. Four Flames players scored in double figures. American power forward Brooklyn Rewers (190, college: Hawaii) came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds and the other American import swingman Antigonie Sanabria (178-1998, college: Keiser) added 14 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Eastern M. in the defeat. 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. (2-3) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Eastern M. lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the eighth position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Norwood F. will meet league's second-placed W.Adelaide B. in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Eastern M. will play against the league's leader Sturt S. (#1) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Eastern M.: S.Antigonie 14+6reb+2ast, R.Brooklyn 12+10reb+1ast, W.Annaliese 12+6reb+1ast, S.Bella 8+5reb+3ast, J.Mahlia 2+1ast, C.Elli 2+2reb
Norwood F.: C.Cali 22+16reb+3ast, A.Cotton 20+4reb+2ast, M.Hinton 17+5reb+3ast, C.Shillabeer 10+3reb+3ast, B.Silby 6+1reb+4ast, E.Turnbull 4+2reb

Sturt S. - N.Adelaide R. 97-60

There was no surprise when 7th ranked Rockets (1-4) were outleveled by leader Sabres (5-0) in Pasadena 97-60 on Friday. Sturt S. dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Rockets's 24. Sturt S. forced 36 N.Adelaide R. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by N.Adelaide R.'s players. Power forward Tayla Brazel (182-2004) nailed 21 points for the winning side and guard Mia Walker-Roberts (168-2005, college: Wesleyan Coll.) accounted for 14 points. Four Sabres players scored in double figures. Center Maddy Freer (180-2003) came up with 13 points and 4 steals and Sarah Warner added 8 points respectively for N.Adelaide R. in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Sabres. Sturt S. maintains first place with 5-0 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Rockets dropped to the eighth position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Sturt S. will meet at home Southern T. (#4) in the next round. N.Adelaide R. will play against Woodville W. (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
N.Adelaide R.: F.Maddy 13+3reb+1ast, F.Jordyn 10+2reb, W.Sarah 8+4reb+1ast, H.Sasha 8+3reb+1ast, J.Abbey 6+3reb+3ast, C.Maddison 4+2reb
Sturt S.: B.Tayla 21+1reb+2ast, M.Walker-Roberts 14+1reb+2ast, P.Padroth 12+2reb+3ast, K.Stamatelopoulos 12+2reb+2ast, L.Williamson 8+4reb+2ast, Z.Walker-Roberts 6+6reb+3ast

Group East

Bankstown B. - Hornsby S. 87-71

There was a surprise result when eleventh ranked Bruins (2-2) beat 4th placed Spireds (2-2) in Condell Park 87-71 on Sunday. Bankstown B. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Spireds's 28. Bankstown B. forced 22 Hornsby S. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Bankstown B. made 7 blocks. Naturalized New Zealand guard Tahlia Tupaea (175-1997) nailed 20 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists and 6 steals for the winning side and American guard Davida Dale (180-1997, college: URI) accounted for 17 points and 11 rebounds. Five Bruins players scored in double figures. Bruins' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Ruby Perkins (178-2007) came up with 17 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and Lucy Mead added 20 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Hornsby S. in the defeat. Bankstown B. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 7 other teams including defeated Hornsby S.. Bankstown B. will meet at home Sydney C. (#8) in the next round. Hornsby S. will play against Maitland and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hornsby S.: M.Lucy 20+7reb+2ast, P.Ruby 17+7reb+5ast, K.Moore 11+5reb+4ast, H.Laya 9+4reb+1ast, B.AyAnna 8+6reb, W.Daila 6+3ast
Bankstown B.: T.Tahlia 20+5reb+8ast, S.Dunlop 19+4reb+4ast, D.Davida 17+11reb+2ast, d.Margot 13+1reb+1ast, K.Davis-White 11+7reb+1ast, J.Dunlop 3+1ast

Newcastle F. - Canberra N. 75-57

Very expected game when 12th ranked Nationals (1-3) lost to fifth ranked Falcons (3-1) in Newcastle 57-75 on Sunday. Newcastle F. forced 21 Canberra N. turnovers. American guard Nicole Munger (178-1997, college: Michigan) nailed a triple-double by scoring 12 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists for the winning side and guard Kate Kingham (180-2002, college: Wesleyan) accounted for 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Falcons players scored in double figures. American forward Allison Day (185-2000, college: BGSU) came up with 19 points and 8 rebounds and center Skye Rees (190-1989, college: Arkansas) added 15 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Canberra N. in the defeat. The victory was the third consecutive win for Falcons. Newcastle F. moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Nationals dropped to the ninth position with three games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Newcastle F. will meet at home BA CoE (#4) in the next round. Canberra N. will play against Penrith (#14) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Canberra N.: A.Day 19+8reb+1ast, S.Rees 15+5reb, B.Callie 6+6reb+5ast, B.Jasmyn 6+4reb+4ast, M.Ilijana 5+1reb+1ast, F.Zara 2+3reb+2ast
Newcastle F.: K.Kingham 16+7reb+4ast, M.Jefferson 15+9reb, S.Brennan 13+5reb+1ast, N.Munger 12+11reb+10ast, R.Bond 10+1reb+2ast, C.Waihape 8+4reb+3ast

Manly Warr. SE - Penrith P. 110-57

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles smashed 13th ranked Panthers in Narrabeen 110-57. Manly Warr. SE dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Panthers's 22. Manly Warr. SE outrebounded Penrith 58-24 including a 21-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Manly Warr. SE looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. Forward Alex Delaney (183-1995, college: SFC) orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 23 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Josie Radan contributed with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. Five Manly Warringah Sea Eagles players scored in double figures. Chanel Bastin answered with 18 points and Sofia Hunt added 15 points in the effort for Penrith. Panthers' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (5-0) have an impressive series of five victories in a row. As mentioned above they are at the top of the standings, which they share with 4 other teams. Penrith at the other side dropped to the ninth place with three games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams. Penrith will play next round against Canberra N. trying to get back on the winning streak. Manly Warr. SE will try to continue on its current victory against tenth ranked Albury on the road.
Top scorers:
Penrith P.: B.Chanel 18+4reb+1ast, H.Sofia 15+4reb+1ast, B.Tatiana 8+3reb+4ast, N.Georgia 7+2reb+7ast, J.Meleke 6+1reb+1ast, W.Chloe 3+6reb+1ast
Manly Warr. SE: A.Delaney 23+14reb+4ast, Z.Miller 18+2reb+7ast, S.Mowbray 16+6reb+1ast, B.Delaney 16+9reb+3ast, K.Dickinson 15+9reb+5ast, J.Radan 12+13reb+7ast

Sydney C. - Penrith P. 70-56

Everything could happen in Alexandria at the game between two tied teams. Both thirteenth ranked Comets and their close opponent Panthers had identical 1-2 record. This time Comets used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Penrith 70-56 on Saturday night. Sydney C. outrebounded Penrith 53-28 including a 21-6 advantage in offensive rebounds. Alexandria Oliver nailed a double-double by scoring 13 points, 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winning side and the former international guard Mikayla Pirini (169-1996) accounted for 8 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists. Hannah Griffin came up with 20 points and Tatiana Beaumont added 11 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for Penrith in the defeat. Panthers' coach rotated ten players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sydney C. (2-2) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Panthers dropped to the ninth position with three games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Sydney C. will meet Bankstown B. (#7) in the next round. Penrith will play against Canberra N. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Penrith P.: H.Griffin 20+4reb, B.Tatiana 11+7reb+5ast, B.Chanel 9+5reb+3ast, W.Chloe 7+3reb, J.Meleke 7+1reb, H.Sofia 2+5reb+2ast
Sydney C.: E.Fisher 21+4reb, A.Oliver 13+14reb+4ast, E.Fletcher 11+5reb, P.Mikayla 8+10reb+9ast, S.Shillingsworth 7+5reb, L.Graham 6+5reb

Albury LB - Hills H. 75-53

Everything could happen in Albury at the game between two tied teams. Both fourteenth ranked Lady Bandits and 11th ranked Hills Hornets had identical 1-2 record. This time Lady Bandits used a home court advantage and outscored the opponent from Baulkham Hills 75-53 on Saturday night. American forward Unique Thompson (190-1999, college: Auburn) nailed a double-double by scoring 15 points and 14 rebounds for the winning side and Emily Lyttle accounted for 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Four Lady Bandits players scored in double figures. American guard Kennedy Johnson (180, college: SMC) came up with a double-double by scoring 13 points and 14 rebounds and guard Ella Gale (182) added 9 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Hills H. in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Albury (2-2) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Hills H. lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the ninth position with three games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Albury will meet at home league's leader Manly Warr. SE in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Hills H. will play against C.Coast C. (#15) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Hills H.: K.Jade 14+3ast, J.Kennedy 13+14reb+3ast, E.Gale 9+9reb, S.Calleia 9+2reb+1ast, B.Bjelko 6+6reb, E.Maddie 2+4reb+3ast
Albury LB: E.Lyttle 18+6reb+5ast, T.Unique 15+14reb+1ast, M.Kirby 15+8reb, E.Mahady 14+3reb+2ast, K.Mccowan 7+3reb, G.Fotu 3+2reb+4ast

Maitland M. - Canberra N. 77-57

Everything could happen in Maitland at the game between two tied teams. Both thirteenth ranked Mustangs and 12th ranked Nationals had identical 1-2 record. This time Mustangs used a home court advantage and outplayed the opponent from Canberra 77-57 on Saturday night. Maitland forced 20 Canberra N. turnovers. Swingman Sara Matthews (174-2002) nailed 19 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and forward Shakera Reilly (178-1999) accounted for 16 points. Guard Callie Bourne (175, college: Idaho St.) came up with 7 points and 15 rebounds and center Skye Rees (190-1989, college: Arkansas) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Canberra N. in the defeat. Nationals' coach rotated eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Maitland (2-2) moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Nationals dropped to the ninth position with three games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Maitland will meet Hornsby S. (#6) on the road in the next round. Canberra N. will play against Penrith and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Canberra N.: S.Rees 13+5reb+1ast, A.Day 11+1reb, F.Zara 9+3reb+1ast, B.Callie 7+15reb+3ast, B.Jasmyn 5+1reb+1ast, F.Alison 5+3reb
Maitland M.: S.Matthews 19+7reb+2ast, R.Shakera 16+4reb+2ast, J.Finney 10+9reb+2ast, K.Neubert 9+9reb+1ast, C.Cougle 7+3reb+3ast, S.Williams 7+4reb+1ast

Norths B. - Sutherland S. 84-65

The most crucial game of the last round was the first loss of undefeated Sharks (2-1) in Crows Nest. Visitors were rolled over by North Bears (5-0) 84-65. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Sharks. Norths B. players were unselfish on offense dishing 25 assists. American forward Talya Brugler (185-2002, college: St.Joseph's) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds for the winners and point guard Caitlin Martin (162-2005) chipped in 15 points and 8 assists. Swingman Abigail Curtin (185-1997, college: Denver) responded with 18 points and 6 rebounds and the former international guard Lauren Nicholson (180-1993, college: SMC) scored 13 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for North Bears. Norths B. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. Sutherland at the other side dropped to the fifth place with one game lost. They share the position with Casey. Norths B. will play against Sydney C. (#8) in Alexandria in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sutherland will play on the road against Illawarra H. in Wollongong and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Sutherland S.: C.Abigail 18+6reb+1ast, D.Ella 13+2reb+4ast, L.Nicholson 13+5reb+7ast, N.Madeleine 10+8reb+4ast, F.Aliza 5+4reb+1ast, D.Jordyn 3+2reb
Norths B.: B.Talya 23+10reb+3ast, C.Martin 15+3reb+8ast, I.Morgan 12+2reb+1ast, E.Donnelly 11+4reb+2ast, R.Donnelly 8+2reb+1ast, S.Jazmin 8+7reb+6ast

Illawarra H. - C.Coast C. 78-62

There was no surprise when 15th ranked Crusaders (1-5) lost to tenth ranked Hawks (2-2) in Wollongong 62-78 on Saturday. Illawarra H. dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Crusaders's 24. Illawarra H. forced 20 C.Coast C. turnovers and outrebounded them 49-37 including 19 on the offensive glass. American guard Una Jovanovic (175, college: TCU) nailed 23 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side and forward Ruby MacDonald (185-2002, college: CS Fullerton) accounted for 18 points and 11 rebounds. American guard Kizzah Maltezo (165-1998, agency: Crossover Management) came up with 23 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and Jessica Stone added 10 points and 5 rebounds respectively for C.Coast C. in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Illawarra H. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 7 other teams. C.Coast C. lost their fifth game in a row. They dropped to the tenth position with five games lost. They share it with C.Districts L. and Ringwood. Illawarra H. will meet at home higher ranked Sutherland (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. C.Coast C. will play against Hills H. (#13) in Baulkham Hills and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
C.Coast C.: K.Maltezo 23+5reb+4ast, N.Worner 12+2reb+1ast, S.Jessica 10+5reb+2ast, A.Cushla 6+4reb+2ast, M.Bronte 6+6reb+1ast, R.Darneka 3+1reb
Illawarra H.: J.Una 23+5reb+6ast, R.MacDonald 18+11reb+1ast, A.Phillips 10+8reb+2ast, R.Darcy 9+7reb+2ast, C.Giles 9+5reb, E.Mccrea 4+7reb+1ast

Manly Warr. SE - Inner WB 123-47

No shocking result in a game when leader Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (5-0) crushed bottom-ranked Bulls (0-4) in Narrabeen 123-47 on Saturday. Manly Warr. SE outrebounded Inner WB 49-23 including a 36-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Manly Warr. SE looked well-organized offensively handing out 34 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Inner WB's players. Forward Kimberley Dickinson (182-1998) nailed a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 7 assists (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winning side and swingman Sari Mowbray (176-2004) accounted for 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Five Manly Warringah Sea Eagles players scored in double figures. point guard Taylah Levy (165, college: CSU) came up with 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and Llianna Jacob added 9 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Inner WB in the defeat. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. Manly Warr. SE keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. Inner WB lost their fourth game in a row. They still close the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Melbourne T. and Geelong U.. Manly Warr. SE will meet Albury (#10) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Inner WB will play against Bankstown B. (#7) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Inner WB: L.Taylah 16+6reb+4ast, M.Jennifer 10+1reb, J.Llianna 9+6reb, W.Mizuki 6+1reb, P.Maja 2+1ast, M.Aimi 2+2reb+2ast
Manly Warr. SE: S.Mowbray 23+8reb+4ast, Z.Miller 23+2reb+2ast, J.Jansen 20+3reb+2ast, K.Dickinson 18+10reb+7ast, M.Jurlina 12+2reb, B.Delaney 11+8reb+7ast

Group North

Gold Coast R. - Logan T. 49-94

Important to mention another loss for outsider Gold Coast R., who are unable to win a single game so far. This time they lost in a game versus leader Logan T. 94-49. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Thunder dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Rollers' 22. Thunder forced 27 Rollers turnovers and had a 16-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Thunder looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Rollers' players. American Leah Scott (183-1993, college: Marshall) nailed 12 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals for the winning side and Vahayliah Seumanutafa accounted for 24 points. Five Thunder players scored in double figures. Center Emma Petrie (186-2007) came up with 10 points and 7 rebounds and naturalized New Zealand guard Tara Manumaleuga (178-2001, college: TCU) added 9 points and 4 assists respectively for Rollers in the defeat. Rollers' coach already knew that her team would not have a big chance, so allowed to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Logan T. (1-0) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Rollers still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Logan T. will meet at home Brisbane C. (#8) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Gold Coast R. will play against the league's second-placed Ipswich F. and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Gold Coast R.: P.Emma 10+7reb+1ast, A.Moorer 10+3reb+1ast, M.Tara 9+4reb+4ast, M.Nyah 7+5reb+1ast, B.Maya 4+1reb+1ast, P.Ariana 4+1reb+1ast
Logan T.: V.Seumanutafa 24+1reb+1ast, K.Heremaia 15+4reb+4ast, S.Leah 12+9reb+6ast, M.Cann 12+5reb+8ast, M.Allen 11+1reb+2ast, P.Notoa 10+11reb+2ast

Mackay M. - Rockhampton C. 92-71

Everything could happen in Mackay at the game between two tied teams. Both leader Meteorettes and bottom-ranked Cyclones had identical 0-0 record. This time Meteorettes used a home court advantage and smashed the opponent from Rockhampton 92-71 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Mackay dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Cyclones's 24. Mackay outrebounded Rockhampton C. 56-29 including a 22-11 advantage in offensive rebounds. American center River Baldwin (196-2001, college: NC State) nailed a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds for the winning side and guard Cheyenne Bobongie (172-2008) accounted for 21 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists. American point guard Gracie Stugart (170, college: Maryville, MO) came up with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists and Tai Wakelin-Gray (-1996) added 15 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Rockhampton C. in the defeat. Four Mackay and five Rockhampton C. players scored in double figures. Cyclones' coach was aware about no chance of winning the game, so allowed to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Meteorettes (1-0) keep a position of league leader, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Cyclones still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Mackay will meet at home SD Spartans (#6) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Rockhampton C. will play against SD Spartans and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Rockhampton C.: M.Akaysha 15+3reb+1ast, W.Tai 15+9reb+1ast, S.Gracie 13+7reb+9ast, S.Halle 11+3reb+1ast, D.Aria 11+1reb+2ast, J.Bella 4+2reb+1ast
Mackay M.: C.Bobongie 21+5reb+7ast, R.Baldwin 19+14reb+2ast, C.Kenny 14+2reb, A.Simpson 11+8reb, B.Monique 11+11reb+3ast, N.Muscat 10+7reb

SD Spartans - Brisbane C. 105-61

Everything could happen at the game between two tied teams. Both leader Brisbane Spartans and second-ranked Capitals had identical 0-0 record. This time Brisbane Spartans used a home court advantage and rolled over the opponent from Brisbane 105-61 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. SD Spartans outrebounded Brisbane C. 56-44 including a 39-27 advantage in defensive rebounds. SD Spartans shot the lights out from three sinking 22 long-distance shots on high 55.0 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Brisbane C.'s players. Guard Jessica McDowell-White (168-2000, college: USF) nailed a triple-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds, 12 assists and 5 steals for the winning side and New Zealand forward Kalani Purcell (188-1995, college: BYU) accounted for 17 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Brisbane Spartans players scored in double figures. Naturalized New Zealand forward Emilee Tahata (183-2002, college: Rider) came up with 9 points and 17 rebounds and Rihanna Byrne added 9 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Brisbane C. in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Brisbane Spartans (1-0) keep a position of league leader, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Capitals still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. SD Spartans will meet Rockhampton C. (#11) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Brisbane C. will play against NGC Seahawks and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Brisbane C.: H.Keriana 12+2reb, B.Rihanna 9+6reb+2ast, T.Emilee 9+17reb+3ast, S.Tyla 8+5reb+3ast, E.Chanel 7+3reb, H.Ashley 7+4reb+2ast
SD Spartans: J.McDowell-White 24+10reb+12ast, H.McDowell-White 22+8reb+3ast, P.Kalani 17+14reb+4ast, A.Solway 15+4ast, M.Carey 8+4reb+2ast, K.Derksen 7+7reb+3ast

Cairns D. - Townsville F. 105-73

Everything could happen in Cairns at the game between two tied teams. Both leader Dolphins and bottom-ranked Flames had identical 0-0 record. This time Dolphins used a home court advantage and outscored the opponent from Townsville 105-73 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Cairns D. dominated down low during the game scoring 60 of its points in the paint compared to Flames's 26. Cairns D. outrebounded Townsville F. 50-33 including a 38-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Cairns D. looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Guard Brooke Basham (178-1997) nailed a double-double by scoring 16 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists for the winning side and American forward Mia Loyd (181-1994, college: N.Dakota, agency: LBM Management) accounted for 16 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists. Five Dolphins players scored in double figures. Dolphins' coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. New Zealand center Ella Tofaeono (190-1998, college: Texas Tech) came up with 16 points and 7 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) and forward Chailee Ward (180-2003) added 19 points and 4 steals respectively for Townsville F. in the defeat. Dolphins (1-0) keep a position of league leader, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Flames still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Cairns D. will meet at home SW Metro P. (#12) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Townsville F. will play against SW Metro P. (#12) and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Townsville F.: W.Chailee 19+2reb+3ast, E.Tofaeono 16+7reb+3ast, R.Jasmine 12+1reb, M.Mia 10+8reb+1ast, B.Shaylee 7+2reb+4ast, S.Jaimee 4+9reb+1ast
Cairns D.: E.Summah 23+7reb+1ast, L.Williams 18+8reb+1ast, B.Basham 16+13reb+9ast, L.Mia 16+8reb+10ast, T.Bond 11+4reb+1ast, E.Teyla 6+4reb+1ast

NGC Seahawks - SC Phoenix 69-86

There was a surprise result when thirteenth ranked Sunshine CP (1-1) defeated bottom-ranked Seahawks (0-1) in Runaway Bay 86-69 on Saturday. SC Phoenix outrebounded NGC Seahawks 59-40 including a 45-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. SC Phoenix looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by NGC Seahawks' players. Guard Isabel Palmer (175-2001, college: Utah) nailed 31 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and American forward Erin Bollmann (180-1994, college: SEMO) accounted for 19 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Sunshine CP players scored in double figures. Sunshine CP's coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Georgia Woolley (183-2002, college: Syracuse) came up with a double-double by scoring 29 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists and Jessica Boundy added 10 points and 6 rebounds respectively for NGC Seahawks in the defeat. Sunshine CP left bottom position moving up to seventh place, which they share with Goldfields G. Loser Seahawks still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. SC Phoenix will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. NGC Seahawks will play against Brisbane C. (#8) and look forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
NGC Seahawks: W.Georgia 29+11reb+6ast, B.Jessica 10+6reb+3ast, B.Emma 7+2reb+1ast, C.Tayla 7, S.Jessica 5+3reb+1ast, B.Charlize 5+6reb
SC Phoenix: P.Isabel 31+8reb+4ast, B.Erin 19+13reb+7ast, P.Maya 15+3reb+3ast, A.Browne 10+4reb+2ast, K.Mathews 5+3reb, G.Rodgers 4+5reb+1ast

Ipswich F. - SW Metro P. 75-59

Everything could happen in Booval at the game between two tied teams. Both leader Force and bottom-ranked Pirates had identical 0-0 record. This time Force used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from Runcorn 75-59 on Saturday night. It was a key game for the top position in the league. Ipswich F. made 21-of-26 free shots (80.8 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 SW Metro P. turnovers. American swingman Valerie Huerta (176, college: CWU, agency: Crossover Management) nailed 26 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and guard Olivia West (168, college: UC Riverside) accounted for 14 points and 5 assists. Kate Head came up with 14 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and New Zealand forward Charlotte Whittaker (190-2000, college: Colorado, agency: LBM Management) added 14 points respectively for SW Metro P. in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Force (1-0) keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Pirates still closes the standings with one game lost. They share the position with 5 other teams. Ipswich F. will meet Gold Coast R. (#9) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. SW Metro P. will play against the league's leader Cairns D. and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
SW Metro P.: C.Whittaker 14+4reb+2ast, H.Kate 14+7reb+6ast, K.Jenna 10+2reb+1ast, A.Myka-Jean 7+4reb+2ast, M.Tessa 7+4reb, F.Alana 5+3reb+4ast
Ipswich F.: H.Valerie 26+6reb+3ast, O.West 14+3reb+5ast, Y.Hannah 12+9reb+1ast, G.Ralph 8+4reb+2ast, C.Wragg 4+4reb+1ast, N.Elliott 4

SC Phoenix - Northside W. 65-74

No shocking result in a game when leader Wizards (1-0) beat 13th ranked Sunshine CP (1-1) in Cotton Tree 74-65 on Friday. It was a key game for the top position in the league. American guard Kahlaijah Dean (168-1999, college: Sacramento St.) nailed 18 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side and Neseya Williams (190-2001) accounted for 19 points and 8 rebounds. American forward Erin Bollmann (180-1994, college: SEMO) came up with 18 points and 4 steals and guard Isabel Palmer (175-2001, college: Utah) added 13 points respectively for SC Phoenix in the defeat. Wizards keep a position of league leader, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Sunshine CP dropped to the seventh place with one game lost. They share the position with Goldfields G.. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
SC Phoenix: E.Bollmann 18+4reb+3ast, I.Palmer 13+4reb+1ast, M.Kayla 8+3reb+3ast, M.Price 8+4reb+3ast, B.Amy 6+4reb+1ast, P.Mia 5+4reb+1ast
Northside W.: N.Williams 19+8reb+1ast, D.Kahlaijah 18+6reb+6ast, N.Payne 16+4reb+2ast, G.Ellis 8+15reb+2ast, A.O'Driscoll 5+2reb+1ast, C.Virgo 3+3reb

Group South

Nunawading S. - Keilor T. 53-70

There was an upset when higher ranked Spectres (4-2) lost to eleventh ranked Thunder (3-2) in East Burwood 53-70 on Sunday. Keilor T. dominated down low during the game scoring 42 of its points in the paint compared to Spectres's 20. Keilor T. had a 29-15 advantage in offensive rebounds. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Keilor T. made 7 blocks. Center Lara McSpadden (193-1999) nailed a double-double by scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds for the winning side and forward Isobelle Wightman (180-2007) accounted for 24 points and 5 rebounds. Forward Kate Tanner (188, college: Butler) came up with 9 points and 10 rebounds and American forward Kylee Blacksten (190-2002, college: WVU) added 15 points respectively for Nunawading S. in the defeat. Spectres' coach rotated ten players seeing no chance for a win. Keilor T. moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Spectres dropped to the sixth position with two games lost. Keilor T. will meet Ballarat M. (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Nunawading S. will play against Bendigo (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Nunawading S.: K.Blacksten 15+3reb, A.Rachel 9+1ast, T.Kate 9+10reb+1ast, P.Teagan 7+3reb+1ast, L.Riley 6, S.Taylah 5+1reb+1ast
Keilor T.: I.Wightman 24+5reb+1ast, M.Lara 21+11reb+3ast, M.Boyle 12+5reb+4ast, B.Tess 6+5reb+2ast, K.Burton 5+9reb+6ast, N.Metcalfe 2+2reb

Diamond VE - Geelong U. 90-51

Very predictable result when fifth ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (4-1) rolled over bottom-ranked United (0-4) in Greensborough 90-51 on Saturday. Diamond VE held Geelong U. to an opponent 24.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 41.7 percent accuracy of the winners. Diamond VE forced 24 Geelong U. turnovers. The former international swingman Alexandra Sharp (185-1997, college: Wake Forest) nailed a double-double by scoring 20 points and 14 rebounds for the winning side and the former international guard Abbey Ellis (168-2001, college: Purdue) accounted for 26 points and 4 assists. Four Diamond Valley Eagles players scored in double figures. American forward Jordan Vasquez (183, college: CSUSM) came up with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 13 rebounds and point guard Indiah Bowyer (171-2003) added 12 points respectively for Geelong U. in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Diamond VE moved-up to third place, which they share with Kilsyth and Sandringham S. Geelong U. lost their fourth game in a row. They still close the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Melbourne T. and Inner WB. Diamond VE will meet Knox R. (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Geelong U. will play against the league's second-placed Eltham W. (#2) and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Geelong U.: I.Bowyer 12+4reb+2ast, J.Vasquez 11+13reb, R.Bass 9+7reb, M.Ameir 5+2reb+2ast, S.Grace 5, R.Taylah 3+1reb
Diamond VE: A.Ellis 26+4ast, S.Alexandra 20+14reb+2ast, E.Riley 12+7reb+8ast, S.Dufficy 12+12reb, B.Isis 7+4reb+1ast, T.Watkins 5+5reb+2ast

Knox R. - Nunawading S. 78-55

There was an upset when higher ranked Spectres (4-2) were outscored by twelfth ranked Knox Raiders (3-2) in Wantirna South 78-55 on Saturday. Knox R. dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Spectres's 22. Knox R. outrebounded Nunawading S. 45-28 including a 33-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Knox R. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Forward Alicia Froling (190-1996, college: SMU) nailed a double-double by scoring 23 points and 17 rebounds for the winning side and American guard Paige Bradley (178-1994, college: Denver) accounted for 13 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Knox Raiders' coach felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American forward Kylee Blacksten (190-2002, college: WVU) came up with 27 points and forward Kate Tanner (188, college: Butler) added 6 points and 7 rebounds respectively for Nunawading S. in the defeat. Knox R. moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Spectres dropped to the sixth position with two games lost. Knox R. will meet Sandringham S. (#5) in the next round. Nunawading S. will play against Bendigo and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Nunawading S.: K.Blacksten 27+4reb+3ast, L.Riley 8+1reb+1ast, T.Kate 6+7reb, S.Taylah 6+1reb, F.Keeley 4+5reb+2ast, H.Leia 3+3reb+1ast
Knox R.: F.Alicia 23+17reb+2ast, B.Paige 13+6reb+5ast, S.Taylah 11+5reb+1ast, R.Haliegh 9+8reb+2ast, P.Burrows 8+4reb+4ast, S.Shaneice 7+2reb+6ast

Ballarat M. - Eltham W. 74-86

Everything went according to plan when fourth ranked Wildcats (5-1) defeated 10th ranked Ballarat Miners (2-3) in Wendouree 86-74 on Saturday. New Zealand center Rebecca Pizzey (190-1999) nailed 9 points and 19 rebounds for the winning side and Lil Dart accounted for 20 points. Four Wildcats players scored in double figures. American center Camille Hobby (190-2001, college: Illinois) came up with a double-double by scoring 26 points and 10 rebounds and swingman Casey Samuels (183-1994) added 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for Ballarat M. in the defeat. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Wildcats. Eltham W. moved-up to second place. Loser Ballarat Miners dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Eltham W. will meet at home Geelong U. (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Ballarat M. will play against Keilor T. (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: C.Hobby 26+10reb, S.Casey 22+5reb+5ast, A.Wehrung 17+6reb+7ast, E.Brett 9+5reb+1ast, R.Nethmi 0+1ast, P.Heidi 0
Eltham W.: L.Dart 20+4reb+3ast, S.Mackenzie 19+5reb, E.Maltezos 13+2reb+5ast, S.Smith 11+6reb+3ast, P.Rebecca 9+19reb+1ast, J.Cadee 8+1reb+1ast

Keilor T. - Sandringham S. 52-65

Everything could happen in Melbourne at the game between two tied teams. Both sixth ranked Sabres and 11th ranked Thunder had identical 3-1 record. But Thunder was not able to use a home court advantage and lost to the opponent from Cheltenham 65-52 on Saturday night. Forward Klara Wischer (190-1991, college: San Diego) nailed 15 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side and international guard Stephanie Reid (168-1996, college: Buffalo) accounted for 19 points. Center Lara McSpadden (193-1999) came up with 20 points and 7 rebounds and forward Isobelle Wightman (180-2007) added 11 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Keilor T. in the defeat. Sandringham S. (4-1) moved-up to third place, which they share with Kilsyth and Diamond VE. Loser Thunder dropped to the third position with two games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Sandringham S. will meet at home Knox R. (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically an easy game. Keilor T. will play against Ballarat M. (#12) in Wendouree and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Keilor T.: L.McSpadden 20+7reb+2ast, W.Isobelle 11+5reb+3ast, B.Macey 6+7reb+4ast, B.Kasey 5+2reb+2ast, P.Caitlyn 4+5reb+1ast, M.Nikki 4+5reb
Sandringham S.: R.Stephanie 19+1reb+3ast, K.Wischer 15+8reb+2ast, I.Lopes 14+6reb+1ast, J.Agnew 7+1reb+1ast, L.Cochrane 6+8reb+3ast, L.Long 2+2reb+1ast

Frankston B. - Kilsyth LC 81-74

There was a surprise result when tenth ranked Frankston Blues (3-2) beat 3rd placed Lady Cobras (4-1) in Seaford 81-74 on Saturday. Frankston B. forced 19 Kilsyth turnovers. Strangely Kilsyth outrebounded Frankston B. 42-28 including 27 on the defensive glass. Forward Louise Brown (189-1995, college: Tennessee) nailed a double-double by scoring 32 points and 10 rebounds for the winning side and guard Emily Monaghan (175, college: S.Nazarene) accounted for 17 points and 8 rebounds. Four Frankston Blues players scored in double figures. Guard Nikita Young (170-2002) came up with 18 points and 5 rebounds and New Zealand guard Emme Shearer (183-2002, college: Portland) added 14 points and 8 rebounds respectively for Kilsyth in the defeat. Lady Cobras' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Frankston B. moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Lady Cobras keeps the third position with one game lost. They share it with Diamond VE and Sandringham S.. Frankston B. will meet at home Dandenong R. (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Kilsyth will play against Melbourne T. (#19) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kilsyth LC: Y.Nikita 18+5reb+1ast, E.Shearer 14+8reb+1ast, M.Georgia 9+5reb+3ast, H.Andrews 7+8reb+3ast, B.Niven-Brown 6+1reb, J.Ariel 6+5reb
Frankston B.: L.Brown 32+10reb+1ast, E.Monaghan 17+8reb+2ast, P.Hokianga 14+2ast, M.Sianni 10+1reb+1ast, J.Trotto 5+4reb, E.Nankervis 2+2reb+2ast

Dandenong R. - Bendigo LB 88-67

There was an upset when higher ranked Lady Braves (2-2) were smashed by seventeenth ranked Rangers (1-4) in Dandenong 88-67 on Saturday. Dandenong R. outrebounded Bendigo 46-31 including 31 on the defensive glass. Imogen Rock (178) nailed a double-double by scoring 22 points, 15 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals for the winning side and forward Catherine MacGregor (180-2002) accounted for 23 points. Four Rangers players scored in double figures. The former international guard Kelly Wilson (170-1984) came up with a double-double by scoring 12 points, 7 rebounds, 12 assists and 6 steals and forward Olivia Pollerd (190-2002, college: Santa Clara) added 20 points and 5 rebounds respectively for Bendigo in the defeat. Rangers left bottom position moving up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Lady Braves dropped to the sixth position with two games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Dandenong R. will meet Frankston B. (#8) in the next round. Bendigo will play against Nunawading S. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Bendigo LB: O.Pollerd 20+5reb+1ast, S.Jessica 18+2reb, W.Kelly 12+7reb+12ast, A.Hurst 9+10reb+1ast, H.Mia 6+2reb, N.Elsie 2+5reb
Dandenong R.: C.MacGregor 23+4reb+1ast, I.Rock 22+15reb+7ast, H.Griffiths 14+9reb+2ast, C.Camac 11+10reb+3ast, E.Morgan 8+1reb+3ast, G.Taylor 8+6reb+1ast

Hobart C. - Northern Force 75-69

Everything could happen in Hobart at the game between two tied teams. Both eighteenth ranked Chargers and bottom-ranked Northern Force had identical 0-4 record. This time Chargers used a home court advantage and won against the opponent from 75-69 on Saturday night. American guard Tishara Morehouse (160-1999, college: FGCU) nailed 19 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and Sharna Thompson accounted for 16 points. The former international forward Keely Froling (188-1996, college: SMU) came up with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 14 rebounds (was perfect 8-for-8 from the free throw line) and Austrian guard Rebekka Kalaydjiev (172-1999, college: Southeastern, agency: Crossover Management) added 7 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Northern Force in the defeat. Northern Force's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Chargers (1-4) left bottom position moving up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. It was Northern Force's fifth loss in a row. They still close the standings with five games lost. Hobart C. will meet at home Casey (#10) in the next round. Northern Force will play against Casey (#10) and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Northern Force: K.Froling 19+14reb+1ast, O.Sarah 13+1reb+2ast, B.Millie 11+2reb+4ast, R.Kalaydjiev 7+7reb+4ast, P.Nikki 6+1ast, H.Parker 6+10reb+2ast
Hobart C.: M.Tishara 19+7reb+5ast, S.Thompson 16+4reb+3ast, C.Broomhall 13+9reb+1ast, P.Chopping 9+2reb+2ast, S.Tyia 9+11reb+2ast, E.Wells 4+3reb

Mt Gambier - Ballarat M. 96-94

Not a big story in a game when 10th ranked Ballarat Miners (2-3) were edged by leader Mount Gambier Pioneers (5-0) in Mt Gambier 96-94 on Friday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Mt Gambier dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Ballarat Miners's 30. The former international forward Kelsey Rees (196-2002, college: Oregon St.) nailed a double-double by scoring 16 points and 16 rebounds for the winning side and forward Lara Edmanson (183, college: Villanova) accounted for 14 points and 13 rebounds. Swingman Casey Samuels (183-1994) came up with a double-double by scoring 27 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international guard Abigail Wehrung (177-1995) added 24 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Ballarat M. in the defeat. Five Mt Gambier and four Ballarat M. players scored in double figures. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Mount Gambier Pioneers. Mt Gambier keeps a position of league leader, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Ballarat Miners dropped to the sixth place with three games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Mt Gambier will meet at home Waverley F. (#13) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Ballarat M. will play against Keilor T. (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: S.Casey 27+12reb+4ast, A.Wehrung 24+11reb+4ast, E.Brett 19+5reb+2ast, M.Fisher 16+11reb+1ast, C.Millie 3+4reb+1ast, C.Hobby 3+7reb+1ast
Mt Gambier: P.Abby 18+7reb+2ast, B.TiLan 17+4reb+2ast, K.Rees 16+16reb+1ast, C.Pitman 14+4reb+5ast, L.Edmanson 14+13reb+2ast, G.Champion 12+6reb+2ast

Casey C. - Ringwood H. 109-86

The game between closely ranked teams ended with thirteenth ranked Cavaliers' (2-1) home victory over 14th ranked Hawks (1-5) in Cranbourne 109-86 on Friday. Casey dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Hawks's 36. Casey outrebounded Ringwood 44-25 including a 20-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. Casey looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Point guard Dallas Loughridge (167-2004) nailed a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!) and 10 assists for the winning side and American center Samantha Bowman (188, college: CWU) accounted for 20 points and 14 rebounds. Indian center Harsimran Kaur (193-2003, college: URI) came up with 17 points and 9 rebounds and American guard Chelby Koker (168, college: NIU) added 16 points and 6 assists respectively for Ringwood in the defeat. Five Casey and four Ringwood 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. Casey moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Sutherland. Loser Hawks dropped to the tenth position with five games lost. They share it with C.Districts L. and C.Coast C.. Casey will meet Hobart C. (#15) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ringwood will play against Melbourne T. (#19) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Ringwood H.: H.Kaur 17+9reb+2ast, K.Chelby 16+2reb+6ast, T.Mole 15+6reb+1ast, B.Aneta 13+1reb+4ast, F.Isabel 9+3reb, B.Ally 9+3reb+1ast
Casey C.: L.Dallas 34+4reb+10ast, L.Nyaduoth 20+5reb+2ast, S.Bowman 20+14reb+3ast, C.DAngelo 12+6reb+4ast, S.Robati 12+9reb+3ast, H.Wynd 5+1ast

Kilsyth LC - Waverley F. 82-80

There was no surprise when 12th ranked Falcons (2-3) were edged by third ranked Lady Cobras (4-1) in Kilsyth 82-80 on Thursday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Kilsyth made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Guard Nikita Young (170-2002) nailed 23 points, 7 assists and 4 steals (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!) for the winning side and guard Haylee Andrews (175-2000, college: Portland) accounted for 9 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists. Lady Cobras' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. American forward Madelynn Utti (181-1998, college: LBSU) came up with 25 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and forward Sophia Locandro (190-2001, college: UC Irvine) added 17 points and 11 rebounds respectively for Waverley F. in the defeat. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Lady Cobras. Kilsyth maintains third place with 4-1 record behind leader Mt Gambier, which they share with Diamond VE and Sandringham S. Loser Falcons dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Kilsyth will meet Melbourne T. (#19) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Waverley F. will play against the league's leader Mt Gambier (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Waverley F.: M.Utti 25+6reb+4ast, L.Sophia 17+11reb, D.Tayla 9+5reb+4ast, A.Todhunter 9+4ast, R.Hannah 9+5reb+5ast, M.Millicent 8+3reb+1ast
Kilsyth LC: N.Young 23+4reb+7ast, E.Van 14+3reb+1ast, L.Exton 10+6reb+2ast, A.Jenkins 9+3reb, A.Haylee 9+8reb+10ast, S.Emme 8+7reb+3ast

Sandringham S. - Melbourne T. 102-73

No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked Sabres (4-1) crushed bottom-ranked Tigers (0-4) in Cheltenham 102-73 on Thursday. Forward Klara Wischer (190-1991, college: San Diego) nailed a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds for the winning side and international guard Stephanie Reid (168-1996, college: Buffalo) accounted for 25 points and 8 assists. Five Sabres players scored in double figures. The former international power forward Zitina Aokuso (193-1998) came up with 28 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Isabella Brancatisano (178-1995) added 23 points respectively for Melbourne T. in the defeat. 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 third place, which they share with Kilsyth and Diamond VE. Loser Tigers still closes the standings with four games lost. They share the position with Geelong U. and Inner WB. Sandringham S. will meet at home Knox R. (#9) in the next round which should be theoretically another easy game. Melbourne T. will play against Ringwood (#16) in Heathmont and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Melbourne T.: A.Zitina 28+8reb+5ast, B.Isabella 23+4reb+3ast, G.Hannah 6+8reb+3ast, D.Tayli 5+2reb, D.Leila 5+2reb+1ast, L.Valerija 2+1reb
Sandringham S.: R.Stephanie 25+1reb+8ast, K.Wischer 22+11reb+2ast, I.Lopes 19+3reb+3ast, M.Angus 11+7reb, J.Agnew 11+4reb+4ast, L.Long 6+2reb

Eltham W. - Frankston B. 78-70

Very expected game when 10th ranked Frankston Blues (3-2) lost to fourth ranked Wildcats (5-1) in Eltham 70-78 on Wednesday. Eltham W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. New Zealand center Rebecca Pizzey (190-1999) nailed 19 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side and Lil Dart accounted for 14 points and 9 assists. Forward Louise Brown (189-1995, college: Tennessee) came up with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 12 rebounds and guard Emily Monaghan (175, college: S.Nazarene) added 14 points and 4 assists respectively for Frankston B. in the defeat. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Wildcats. Eltham W. moved-up to second place. Loser Frankston Blues dropped to the third position with two games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Eltham W. will meet at home Geelong U. (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Frankston B. will play against Dandenong R. (#14) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: B.Louise 22+12reb+1ast, H.Pahlyss 15+4reb, M.Emily 14+4reb+4ast, S.Martin 14+1reb+2ast, A.Sophie 3, T.Jacqueline 2+9reb+3ast
Eltham W.: P.Rebecca 19+8reb+3ast, L.Dart 14+4reb+9ast, S.Mackenzie 12+4reb+2ast, E.Maltezos 11+3reb+4ast, J.Cadee 6+1reb+1ast, G.Dale 5+3reb+2ast

Group West

Goldfields G. - Rockingham F. 84-104

Rather predictable result when fourth ranked Flames (3-1) rolled over 7th ranked Giants (1-1) in Kalgoorlie 104-84 on Saturday. Rockingham F. had a 39-27 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. American power forward Teige Morrell (191-1995, college: Nevada) nailed a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds for the winning side and American-Filipino guard Stefanie Berberabe (160-2000, college: Westmont) accounted for 22 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Berberabe is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Five Flames players scored in double figures. Flames' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. American guard Sierra Moore (180-1994, college: Penn State) came up with a double-double by scoring 25 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and the other American import power forward Delaynie Byrne (190-2000, college: N.Colorado) added 20 points and 14 rebounds respectively for Goldfields G. in the defeat. The victory was the third consecutive win for Flames. Rockingham F. moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Giants keeps the seventh position with one game lost. They share it with SC Phoenix. Rockingham F. will meet at home Mandurah (#6) in the next round. Goldfields G. will play against Perth R. in Northbridge and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Goldfields G.: S.Moore 25+11reb+4ast, D.Byrne 20+14reb+2ast, Y.Hazelle 12+2ast, Z.Chloe 12+3reb+2ast, P.Rachel 6+7reb+5ast, P.Alexis 5+3reb+6ast
Rockingham F.: T.Morrell 24+11reb+3ast, T.Palmer 22+3reb+1ast, S.Berberabe 22+7reb+5ast, P.Sara 14+5reb+2ast, A.Amy 10+6reb+3ast, A.ONeil 6+3reb

Willetton T. - Mandurah M. 69-62

There was an upset when 4th placed Magic (2-2) lost to thirteenth ranked Tigers (1-3) in Willetton 62-69 on Saturday. Willetton T. forced 23 Mandurah turnovers and had a 17-2 advantage in offensive rebounds. Guard Ruby Porter (178-2001, college: Nebraska) nailed 21 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists and 6 steals for the winning side and American power forward Emma Calvert (193-2002, college: BYU) accounted for 14 points and 8 rebounds. Calvert is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Four Tigers players scored in double figures. Tigers' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Guard Claire Jacobs (183-2001, college: Nevada) came up with 19 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and Jade Gowland added 14 points respectively for Mandurah in the defeat. Tigers left bottom position moving up to ninth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Magic dropped to the sixth position with two games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Willetton T. will meet at home SW Slammers (#12) in the next round. Mandurah will play against Rockingham F. (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mandurah M.: J.Claire 19+6reb+7ast, G.Jade 14+4reb, H.Sharn 10+2reb+4ast, A.Georgia 6+9reb+2ast, B.Olivia 5+9reb, C.Hannah 4+6reb+1ast
Willetton T.: R.Porter 21+8reb+8ast, C.Emma 14+8reb+2ast, A.Durdin 12+8reb+1ast, E.Gandini 11+10reb+2ast, E.Murdoch 6+8reb+1ast, R.Hearn 2+1reb+3ast

Perry Lakes H. - Lakeside L. 90-95

Everything went according to plan when fifth ranked Lightning (3-2) defeated 8th ranked Hawks (1-2) in Floreat 95-90 on Saturday. Lakeside L. forced 22 Perry Lakes H. turnovers. Strangely Perry Lakes H. outrebounded Lakeside L. 52-31 including a 16-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. American guard Esmeralda Morales (165-2002, college: Montana St.) nailed 41 points (!!!) and 6 assists for the winning side and forward Regan Turnour-McCarty (186-1997) accounted for 22 points and 13 rebounds. American forward Bridgette Rettstatt (188-1998, college: Liberty) came up with 34 points (!!!) and 32 rebounds and forward Emma Clarke (186-2000, college: Colorado) added 11 points respectively for Perry Lakes H. in the defeat. Four Perry Lakes H. players scored in double figures. Lakeside L. moved-up to third place, which they share with 5 other teams. Loser Hawks keeps the eighth position with two games lost. Lakeside L. will meet at home Kalamunda ES (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Perry Lakes H. will play against the league's second-placed East Perth E. in Morley and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Perry Lakes H.: B.Rettstatt 34+32reb+3ast, E.Clarke 11+3reb+3ast, B.Emilie 11+1ast, Z.Maddison 10+4reb+1ast, W.Mila 8+3reb+2ast, N.Ellie 8+3reb
Lakeside L.: E.Morales 41+2reb+6ast, R.Turnour-McCarty 22+13reb+1ast, K.Hawaikirangi 11+5reb+2ast, S.Allen 7+1ast, R.Samantha 6+8reb+5ast, M.Wilson 3+2reb+2ast

Joondalup W. - East Perth E. 77-72

There was an upset when second-ranked Eagles (3-1) lost to eleventh ranked Wanneroo (1-3) in Joondalup 72-77 on Friday. American guard Asianae Johnson (173, college: MSU) nailed 25 points and 7 rebounds for the winning side and Canadian-Indonesian forward Kim Pierre-Louis (183-1993, college: UMass) accounted for 24 points and 6 rebounds. Guard Stacey Barr (173-1992, college: Idaho) came up with a double-double by scoring 28 points, 13 rebounds and 7 assists and American power forward Jade Williams (196-1998, college: Duke) added 17 points and 6 rebounds respectively for East Perth E. in the defeat. Wanneroo left bottom position moving up to ninth place, which they share with 7 other teams. Loser Eagles keeps the second position with one game lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Joondalup W. will meet higher ranked Warwick S. (#4) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. East Perth E. will play against Perry Lakes H. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
East Perth E.: S.Barr 28+13reb+7ast, J.Williams 17+6reb, M.Brooke 10+8reb+4ast, S.Mortensen 6+7reb+2ast, S.Wright 5+4reb+3ast, O.Josephine 4+4reb+1ast
Joondalup W.: J.Asianae 25+7reb+3ast, P.Kim 24+6reb+2ast, M.Yemiyah 11+11reb+1ast, A.Leach 7+4reb+1ast, K.Gayo 5+9reb+1ast, E.Thornton-Elliott 3+3reb+3ast

Lakeside L. - Cockburn 85-97

No shocking result in a game when leader Cougars (4-0) beat 5th ranked Lightning (3-2) in Bullcreek 97-85 on Friday. Cockburn dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Lightning's 30. Cockburn outrebounded Lakeside L. 48-29 including a 42-26 advantage in defensive rebounds. Guard Alex Ciabattoni (183-1994, college: Newman) nailed 25 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and center Jessie Edwards (193-1995, college: Minnesota) accounted for 22 points and 12 rebounds (on 10-of-13 shooting from the field). Four Cougars players scored in double figures. American guard Esmeralda Morales (165-2002, college: Montana St.) came up with 32 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and forward Regan Turnour-McCarty (186-1997) added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for Lakeside L. in the defeat. Lightning's coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Cougars. Cockburn maintains first place with 4-0 record. Loser Lightning dropped to the third position with two games lost. They share it with 5 other teams. Cockburn will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Lakeside L. will play against Kalamunda ES and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Lakeside L.: M.Esmeralda 32+7reb+5ast, T.Regan 15+6reb+5ast, W.Molly 12+3reb+1ast, H.Kiriana 9+1reb, A.Sarah 8+4reb+5ast, S.Roscoe 5+6reb+2ast
Cockburn: C.Alex 25+8reb+4ast, E.Jessie 22+12reb+2ast, J.Scafidi 16+6reb, A.Fotu 12+10reb+4ast, L.Gammidge 8+3reb+1ast, W.Jewel 7+6reb+7ast

Kalamunda ES - SW Slammers 102-81

There was a minor upset when 9th ranked Slammers (1-3) were smashed by twelfth ranked Suns (1-3) in Kalamunda 102-81 on Friday. Kalamunda ES dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Slammers' 44. Kalamunda ES outrebounded SW Slammers 50-27 including a 17-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. Kalamunda ES looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. American swingman Gabriella Bronson (178-1993, college: Parkside) nailed a double-double by scoring 27 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists for the winning side and power forward Ella Averill (185-2004) accounted for 18 points and 11 rebounds. American guard MarShaun Bostic (173, college: Auburn) came up with 25 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals and guard Briana Bailey (-1998) added 27 points respectively for SW Slammers in the defeat. 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 left bottom position moving up to ninth place, which they share with 7 other teams including defeated Slammers. Kalamunda ES will meet higher ranked Lakeside L. (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. SW Slammers will play against Willetton T. (#13) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
SW Slammers: B.Bailey 27+2reb+2ast, M.Bostic 25+5reb+7ast, C.Lacey-Rameka 8+8reb+2ast, C.Bree 6+3reb, F.Javene 6+2reb+1ast, L.Charlotte 3+2reb+1ast
Kalamunda ES: B.Gabriella 27+10reb+6ast, A.Bowen 21+6reb+2ast, E.Averill 18+11reb+2ast, E.Strelein 9+4reb+4ast, J.Firkins 8+3reb+1ast, D.Civich 6+1reb

Perth R. - Warwick S. 62-80

Very predictable result when fourth ranked Senators (3-1) won against 9th ranked Redbacks (1-3) in Northbridge 80-62 on Friday. Warwick S. dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Redbacks's 26. Warwick S. outrebounded Perth R. 50-35 including a 38-26 advantage in defensive rebounds. Guard Chloe Forster (178-2003) nailed a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winning side and guard Jayda Clark (163-2005) accounted for 15 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Four Senators players scored in double figures. Naturalized British guard Samantha Ashby (178-2001, college: Pacific) came up with 31 points and 5 rebounds and power forward Shenae Hartree (184-2003) added 12 points and 9 rebounds respectively for Perth R. in the defeat. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Warwick S. moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Redbacks keeps the ninth position with three games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Warwick S. will meet at home Joondalup W. (#9) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Perth R. will play against Goldfields G. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: S.Ashby 31+5reb, H.Shenae 12+9reb+1ast, D.Sophie 5+4reb+2ast, D.Mya 5+2reb, B.Ella 4+3reb, B.Aimee 2+7reb+1ast
Warwick S.: C.Forster 21+11reb+5ast, J.Clark 15+8reb+7ast, K.Waite 10+11reb+1ast, M.Clinch-Hoycard 10+9reb+2ast, I.Miotti 9+4reb+2ast, K.Weir 7+3reb