NBL1 North Round 6 (Regular Season): Eltham W. keep a leadership position

The round was exceptionally exciting as four games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Wildcats as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Wildcats smashed bottom-ranked United in Eltham 87-47. Eltham W. held Geelong U. to an opponent 21.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 52.4 percent accuracy of the winners. Eltham W. forced 19 Geelong U. turnovers and had a 32-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. Eltham W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Geelong U.'s players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Eltham W. made 10 blocks. Lil Dart scored 22 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and New Zealand center Rebecca Pizzey (190-1999) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. The best for the losing side was point guard Lilly Rotunno (170-2004) with 9 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Wildcats (6-1) have an impressive six-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Geelong U. at the other side still closes the standings with five games lost. Geelong U. will play next round against strong Sandringham S. trying to get back on the winning streak. Eltham W. will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked Casey in Cranbourne.
Undefeated BA CoE (3-1) recorded its first loss in Newcastle. Visitors were defeated by third ranked Falcons (4-1) 71-65. American guard Nicole Munger (178-1997, college: Michigan) notched a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists to lead the effort and Megan Jefferson supported her with 21 points and 7 rebounds. Even a double-double of 23 points and 11 rebounds by guard Isabel Smith (176-2009) did not help to save the game for BA CoE. BA CoE's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Falcons have a solid four-game winning streak. Newcastle F. moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. BA CoE at the other side dropped to the fifth position with one game lost. They share it with Sutherland. Newcastle F. will play against Sutherland (#6) on the road in the next round. BA CoE will play against Illawarra H. in Wollongong and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Quite upsetting was Kalamunda ES's (#7) home defeat in a game versus eighth ranked Willetton T. 82-73. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Suns. The best player for the winners was Emma Calvert who had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists. Tigers' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was Alyssa Bowen who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds. Willetton T. have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Suns dropped to the tenth position with four games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Willetton T. will meet Goldfields G. (#8) in the next round. Kalamunda ES will play against Rockingham F. and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 6: N.Adelaide R. lost to S.Adelaide P. on the opponent's court 64-73. Woodville W. outscored Eastern M. in a home game 105-78. W.Adelaide B. rolled over Southern T. on the road 92-63. C.Districts L. was defeated by S.Adelaide P. on its own court 61-73. Woodville W. beat N.Adelaide R. in Flinders Park 72-58. Eastern M. lost to undefeated Sturt S. at home 52-102. Forestville E. unfortunately lost to Norwood F. on the opponent's court 69-70. W.Adelaide B. rolled over Norwood F. in a home game 83-53. Southern T. lost to undefeated Sturt S. on the road 58-67. C.Coast C. beat Inner WB on its own court 78-65. Norths B. destroyed Illawarra H. in Crows Nest 88-40. Maitland unfortunately lost to BA CoE at home 64-73. Penrith was rolled over Canberra N. on the opponent's court 52-73. Albury lost to undefeated Manly Warr. SE in a home game 86-94. Bankstown B. smashed Inner WB on the road 99-43. Hornsby S. won against Maitland on its own court 91-90. Sutherland outscored Illawarra H. in a road game 80-50. Hills H. rolled over C.Coast C. at home 81-54. Norths B. defeated Sydney C. on the opponent's court 70-59. Bankstown B. beat Sydney C. in a home game 94-86. Ipswich F. lost to Gold Coast R. on the road 70-76. Mackay lost to undefeated SD Spartans on its own court 78-84. Winless SW Metro P. recorded a loss to Townsville F. in a road game 70-77. Logan T. crushed Brisbane C. at home 86-52. SD Spartans smashed Rockhampton C. on the opponent's court 95-66. Cairns D. destroyed SW Metro P. in a home game 95-49. Winless NGC Seahawks were outscored by Brisbane C. on the road 110-91. Bendigo managed to beat Nunawading S. on its own court 113-97. Kilsyth was defeated by Melbourne T. in a road game 71-66. Ballarat M. beat Frankston B. at home 91-74. Diamond VE lost to Knox R. on the opponent's court 62-77. Winless Northern Force unfortunately lost to Casey in a home game 84-88. Waverley F. rolled over Mt Gambier on the road 86-59. Ringwood was defeated by Melbourne T. on its own court 83-86. Keilor T. was beaten by Ballarat M. in Wendouree 70-58. Sandringham S. won against Knox R. at home 82-72. Dandenong R. unfortunately lost to Frankston B. on the opponent's court 69-85. Hobart C. was rolled over Casey in a home game 89-113. Goldfields G. crushed Perry Lakes H. on the road 89-65. Warwick S. beat Joondalup W. on its own court 94-79. Goldfields G. lost to Perth R. in Northbridge 79-93. East Perth E. managed to outperform Perry Lakes H. at home 97-84. Kalamunda ES rolled over Lakeside L. on the opponent's court 78-57. Rockingham F. was defeated by Mandurah in a home game 84-86. SW Slammers were beaten by Willetton T. on the road 77-74.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 15 points by Holly Forbes of Southern T..

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Group Central

S.Adelaide P. - N.Adelaide R. 73-64

Very expected game in Adelaide where 8th ranked Rockets (1-6) were defeated by third ranked Panthers (5-2) 73-64 on Sunday. S.Adelaide P. shot 21 for 30 from the free-throw line, while N.Adelaide R. only scored five points from the stripe. S.Adelaide P. forced 20 N.Adelaide R. turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when S.Adelaide P. made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was guard Daisy Hocking (175-2009) who had a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Isabella Stratford (174-2001) chipped in 17 points. Five Panthers players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Abbey Jones who recorded 8 points, 22 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks and guard Jordyn Freer (176-2001) added 20 points respectively. Panthers have a solid three-game winning streak. S.Adelaide P. maintains third position with 5-2 record having just six point less than leader Sturt S. N.Adelaide R. lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with six games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. S.Adelaide P. will meet Woodville W. (#4) in the next round. N.Adelaide R. will play against C.Districts L. (#8) in Gawler and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
S.Adelaide P.: I.Stratford 17+3reb+3ast, K.Gardiner 12+11reb, D.Hocking 12+10reb+2ast, H.Gardiner 12+4reb+2ast, B.Stasinowsky 10+5reb+1ast, A.Brett 5+4reb+1ast
N.Adelaide R.: F.Jordyn 20+4reb+2ast, W.Sarah 14+6reb+4ast, W.Shannon 9+1reb+2ast, J.Abbey 8+22reb+5ast, H.Sasha 5+1reb, B.Tia 4+4reb+2ast

Woodville W. - Eastern M. 105-78

Rather predictable result in Flinders Park where fourth ranked Warriors (4-3) smashed 8th ranked Mavericks (1-6) 105-78 on Sunday. Woodville W. dominated down low during the game scoring 72 of its points in the paint compared to Mavericks's 46. Woodville W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Eastern M.'s players. The best player for the winners was American power forward Brittany Hodges (185-1993, college: Furman) who had a double-double by scoring 26 points and 12 rebounds. The other American import guard Nani Falatea (175, college: Oregon) chipped in 26 points. At the other side the best for losing team was American swingman Antigonie Sanabria (178-1998, college: Keiser) who recorded a double-double by scoring 21 points and 16 rebounds and guard Annaliese Watkinson (175, college: Mt.St.Mary's) added 18 points respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Woodville W. maintains fourth position with 4-3 record, which they share with 4 other teams. Eastern M. lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with six games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Woodville W. will meet at home higher ranked S.Adelaide P. (#3) in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Eastern M. will play against the league's second-placed W.Adelaide B. (#2) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Woodville W.: H.Brittany 26+12reb+3ast, F.Nani 26+2reb+3ast, N.Allotey 14+9reb+1ast, S.Yak 13+3reb+1ast, C.Purvis 9, C.Real 7+2reb+1ast
Eastern M.: S.Antigonie 21+16reb+3ast, W.Annaliese 18+3reb+1ast, S.Bella 11+6reb+3ast, R.Brooklyn 9+9reb+2ast, K.Kedeisha 8+3reb, M.Sophie 6+1reb

Southern T. - W.Adelaide B. 63-92

Not a big story in a game in Morphett Vale where 4th ranked Tigers (3-4) were rolled over by top-ranked Bearcats (7-0) 92-63 on Saturday. W.Adelaide B. dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Tigers's 40. W.Adelaide B. forced 24 Southern T. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Coco Hodges (175-2007) who scored 25 points and 5 assists. Guard Morgan Yaeger (175-1998, college: Oregon) chipped in 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Bearcats' coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Mollie McKendrick (183-1993, college: Boston U.) who recorded a double-double by scoring 18 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists and Filipino Jhazmin Joson (170-1999) added 22 points and 4 assists respectively. Bearcats have an impressive seven-game winning streak. W.Adelaide B. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Norths B. and Sturt S. Southern T. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth place with four games lost. They share the position with Forestville E. and Norwood F.. W.Adelaide B. will meet Eastern M. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Southern T. will play against Forestville E. (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
W.Adelaide B.: C.Hodges 25+2reb+5ast, C.Hodges 19+10reb+2ast, Y.Morgan 18+9reb+4ast, A.Strawbridge 9+3reb+4ast, K.Thompson 8+2reb, S.Lehmann 7+7reb+4ast
Southern T.: J.Jhazmin 22+2reb+4ast, M.Mollie 18+13reb+6ast, W.Rosie 6+4reb+3ast, R.Sophie 5+2ast, B.Annelise 4+6reb+2ast, H.Layla 4+2reb

C.Districts L. - S.Adelaide P. 61-73

Everything went according to plan in Gawler where third ranked Panthers (5-2) beat 10th ranked Lions (1-6) 73-61 on Saturday. S.Adelaide P. forced 24 C.Districts L. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Bianca Stasinowsky (179-2004) who scored 23 points. Keira Gardiner chipped in 11 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 5 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Grace Stone (180, college: Princeton) who recorded 16 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists and Alana Howden added 15 points respectively. Panthers have a solid three-game winning streak. S.Adelaide P. maintains third position with 5-2 record having just six point less than leader Sturt S. C.Districts L. lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with six games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. S.Adelaide P. will meet Woodville W. (#4) in the next round. C.Districts L. will play against N.Adelaide R. (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
S.Adelaide P.: B.Stasinowsky 23+1ast, H.Gardiner 14+5reb+3ast, K.Gardiner 11+7reb+5ast, I.Stratford 8+4reb+5ast, D.Hocking 6+7reb+1ast, G.Emilia 4+5reb+2ast
C.Districts L.: S.Grace 16+6reb+8ast, H.Alana 15+4reb+2ast, L.Zbierski 8+6reb+1ast, W.Emily 8+10reb+1ast, D.Bethany 7+5reb, W.Terran 4+4reb+3ast

N.Adelaide R. - Woodville W. 58-72

There was no surprise in Adelaide where 8th ranked Rockets (1-6) were defeated by fourth ranked Warriors (4-3) 72-58 on Saturday. Woodville W. dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Rockets's 28 and made 18-of-22 free shots (81.8 percent) during the game. Woodville W. forced 23 N.Adelaide R. turnovers. The best player for the winners was American power forward Brittany Hodges (185-1993, college: Furman) who had a double-double by scoring 27 points and 14 rebounds. The other American import guard Nani Falatea (175, college: Oregon) chipped in 17 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Jordyn Freer (176-2001) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points and 10 rebounds and Sarah Warner added 14 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Woodville W. maintains fourth position with 4-3 record, which they share with 4 other teams. N.Adelaide R. lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with six games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Woodville W. will meet at home higher ranked S.Adelaide P. (#3) in the next round and it may be the game of the week. N.Adelaide R. will play against C.Districts L. (#8) in Gawler and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Woodville W.: H.Brittany 27+14reb, F.Nani 17+7reb+2ast, N.Allotey 11+9reb+2ast, C.Real 6+1reb, J.Hunter 4+9reb+6ast, S.Kerridge 4+5reb+2ast
N.Adelaide R.: F.Jordyn 20+10reb+1ast, W.Sarah 14+10reb, J.Abbey 9+9reb+1ast, H.Sasha 7+9reb, W.Shannon 5+2reb+2ast, B.Tia 3+5reb+3ast

Eastern M. - Sturt S. 52-102

No shocking result in a game in Mt. Barker where top-ranked Sabres (7-0) outleveled 8th ranked Mavericks (1-6) 102-52 on Saturday. Sturt S. dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Mavericks's 30. Sturt S. forced 35 Eastern M. turnovers and outrebounded them 53-28 including a 24-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. Sturt S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 7 passes made by Eastern M.'s players. The best player for the winners was power forward Tayla Brazel (182-2004) who had a triple-double by scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. Forward Lizzy Williamson (196, college: Oregon St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 10 rebounds. Five Sabres players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American swingman Antigonie Sanabria (178-1998, college: Keiser) who recorded 12 points and 7 rebounds and guard Annaliese Watkinson (175, college: Mt.St.Mary's) added 16 points respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sabres have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Sturt S. maintains first position with 7-0 record, which they share with Norths B. and W.Adelaide B. Eastern M. lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eighth place with six games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Sturt S. will meet at home Norwood F. (#5) in the next round. Eastern M. will play against the league's second-placed W.Adelaide B. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Sturt S.: B.Tayla 24+10reb+10ast, P.Padroth 16+3reb+3ast, L.Williamson 15+10reb+1ast, M.Walker-Roberts 12+3reb+1ast, N.Mathews 12+5reb+3ast, K.Stamatelopoulos 7+4reb+1ast
Eastern M.: W.Annaliese 16+2reb+1ast, S.Antigonie 12+7reb+3ast, S.Bella 11+3reb+1ast, S.Ruby 4+2reb, H.Claire 3, M.Sophie 2+1ast

Norwood F. - Forestville E. 70-69

There was a minor upset in Marden where one of their biggest challengers Eagles (3-4) were edged by seventh ranked Flames (3-4) 70-69 on Saturday. Norwood F. dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Eagles's 28. The best player for the winners was American forward Cali Clark (190, college: SDSU) who had a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Maddy Hinton (167-2005) chipped in 20 points. Four Flames players scored in double figures. Flames' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was swingman Samantha Simons (188-2000, college: SMC) who recorded 23 points and 5 assists and Jess Simons added 22 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Norwood F. moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Forestville E. and Southern T. Norwood F. will meet league's leader Sturt S. in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Forestville E. will play against Southern T. (#7) in Morphett Vale and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Norwood F.: M.Hinton 20+3reb+3ast, C.Cali 13+10reb+5ast, C.Shillabeer 12+4reb+1ast, B.Ally 11+9reb+4ast, L.Gribben 6+3reb, J.Whitton 5+1reb+1ast
Forestville E.: S.Simons 23+3reb+5ast, S.Jess 22+5reb+1ast, S.Boothe 8+7reb+1ast, S.Ella 7+5reb+3ast, S.Hunter 4+6reb+1ast, K.Rachael 3+4reb+6ast

W.Adelaide B. - Norwood F. 83-53

Very predictable result in Woodville where top-ranked Bearcats (7-0) smashed 7th ranked Flames (3-4) 83-53 on Friday. W.Adelaide B. dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Flames's 28. W.Adelaide B. forced 30 Norwood F. turnovers. The best player for the winners was guard Morgan Yaeger (175-1998, college: Oregon) who scored 25 points. Forward Sienna Lehmann (172-2007) chipped in 12 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Bearcats players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Cali Clark (190, college: SDSU) who recorded 14 points and 7 rebounds and Brooke Silby added 11 points respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bearcats have an impressive seven-game winning streak. W.Adelaide B. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Norths B. and Sturt S. Loser Flames dropped to the fifth place with four games lost. They share the position with Forestville E. and Southern T.. W.Adelaide B. will meet Eastern M. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Norwood F. will play against the league's leader Sturt S. (#1) in Pasadena and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
W.Adelaide B.: Y.Morgan 25+2reb+1ast, S.Lehmann 12+5reb+4ast, C.Hodges 11+5reb+1ast, K.Thompson 10+3reb, A.Strawbridge 9+3reb, G.Salandra 5+2reb
Norwood F.: C.Clark 14+7reb, S.Brooke 11+3reb, H.Maddy 8+2reb+3ast, H.Caitlin 7+3reb+1ast, G.Lara 5+8reb, C.Amy 4+4reb+3ast

Sturt S. - Southern T. 67-58

Not a big story in a game in Pasadena where 4th ranked Tigers (3-4) were defeated by top-ranked Sabres (7-0) 67-58 on Friday. The best player for the winners was power forward Tayla Brazel (182-2004) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Nicola Mathews (173, college: App State) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Mollie McKendrick (183-1993, college: Boston U.) who recorded 14 points and 9 rebounds and American forward Holly Forbes (178-1998, college: UT Martin) added 15 points respectively. Four Southern T. players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sabres have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Sturt S. maintains first position with 7-0 record, which they share with Norths B. and W.Adelaide B. Southern T. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth place with four games lost. They share the position with Forestville E. and Norwood F.. Sturt S. will meet at home Norwood F. (#5) in the next round. Southern T. will play against Forestville E. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sturt S.: N.Mathews 16+6reb+4ast, B.Tayla 15+10reb+5ast, P.Padroth 13+4reb+1ast, M.Prosser 6+4reb, L.Williamson 6+3reb, C.Portus 6+3reb
Southern T.: H.Forbes 15+4reb+1ast, M.Mollie 14+9reb+1ast, B.Annelise 11+4reb+1ast, R.Sophie 11+4reb+1ast, J.Jhazmin 4+4reb+4ast, D.Tara 2+5reb+3ast

Group East

C.Coast C. - Inner WB 78-65

The game between closely ranked teams ended with fifteenth ranked Crusaders' (2-6) home victory over bottom-ranked Bulls (0-6) 78-65 on Sunday. C.Coast C. dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Bulls's 26. C.Coast C. forced 20 Inner WB turnovers and outrebounded them 55-39 including a 22-9 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was Tristan Black who had a double-double by scoring 17 points, 18 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Nikki Worner (175, college: Iona, agency: Crossover Management) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Taylah Levy (165, college: CSU) who recorded 33 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds and Mizuki Wakamatsu added 16 points respectively. C.Coast C. moved-up to fourteenth place. Loser Bulls still closes the standings with six games lost. They share the position with Northern Force. C.Coast C. will meet league's second-placed Manly Warr. SE in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Inner WB will play against Newcastle F. (#3) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
C.Coast C.: W.Nikki 18+12reb+3ast, T.Black 17+18reb+4ast, B.Moore 10+3reb+3ast, L.Hefferman 9+8reb+2ast, H.Handley 8+1reb+3ast, D.Rowe 7+5reb+1ast
Inner WB: L.Taylah 33+5reb+2ast, W.Mizuki 16+4reb, M.Jennifer 6+7reb+1ast, M.Aimi 2+6reb+3ast, P.Maja 2+2reb, F.Sally 2+2reb

Illawarra H. - Norths B. 40-88

There was no surprise in Wollongong where 11th ranked Hawks (2-4) were outplayed by top-ranked North Bears (7-0) 88-40 on Sunday. Norths B. forced 26 Illawarra H. turnovers and outrebounded them 46-26 including a 32-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Norths B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Illawarra H.'s players. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Jazmin Shelley (165-2000, college: Nebraska) who scored 18 points, 8 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals. Forward Emma Donnelly (185, college: Iona) chipped in 18 points and 5 rebounds. Four North Bears players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Asha Phillips (180-2004, college: Idaho) who recorded 15 points and 7 rebounds and American guard Una Jovanovic (175, college: TCU) added 9 points respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. North Bears have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Norths B. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with W.Adelaide B. and Sturt S. Loser Hawks dropped to the tenth place with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Norths B. will meet Hills H. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Illawarra H. will play against BA CoE and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Norths B.: E.Donnelly 18+5reb+1ast, S.Jazmin 18+8reb+9ast, C.Martin 14+3reb+4ast, E.Simons 11+4reb, R.Donnelly 7+3reb+2ast, I.Morgan 7+6reb+3ast
Illawarra H.: P.Asha 15+7reb, U.Jovanovic 9+3reb+1ast, M.Emerson 6+5reb, C.Taylah 4+1reb+2ast, L.Hena 2+1reb, G.Charlotte 2+1reb+1ast

Maitland M. - BA CoE 64-73

No shocking result in a game in Maitland where seventh ranked BA CoE (3-1) won against 9th ranked Mustangs (2-4) 73-64 on Sunday. BA CoE forced 24 Maitland turnovers. The best player for the winners was forward Zara Russell (185-2007) who scored 26 points and 5 assists. Forward Aspen Crase (183-2008) chipped in 12 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Shakera Reilly (178-1999) who recorded 18 points and 7 rebounds and American forward Kasey Neubert (185, college: San Diego) added 12 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Four Maitland players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. BA CoE moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Sutherland. Loser Mustangs dropped to the tenth position with four games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. BA CoE will meet Illawarra H. (#11) in the next round where they are favorite. Maitland will play against Bankstown B. in Condell Park and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: Z.Russell 26+3reb+5ast, A.Crase 12+8reb+1ast, O.Olechnowicz 10+4reb+1ast, I.Smith 7+2reb+3ast, M.Jemyma 6+11reb, E.Shanahan 5+1ast
Maitland M.: S.Reilly 18+7reb+1ast, C.Charlotte 15+3reb+1ast, N.Kasey 12+10reb, F.Jess 10+6reb+3ast, M.Sara 4+6reb+1ast, W.Sophie 3+5reb+1ast

Canberra N. - Penrith P. 73-52

Everything could happen in Canberra at the game between two tied teams. Both thirteenth ranked Nationals and 14th ranked Panthers had identical 1-3 record. This time Nationals used a home court advantage and crushed the opponent from Penrith 73-52 on Saturday night. Canberra N. outrebounded Penrith 53-30 including a 17-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Canberra N. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. The best player for the winners was American forward Allison Day (185-2000, college: BGSU) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Callie Bourne (175, college: Idaho St.) chipped in 5 points, 16 rebounds and 9 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Hannah Griffin who recorded 19 points and Tatiana Beaumont added 10 points and 5 assists respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Canberra N. (2-3) moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Penrith lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Canberra N. will meet at home Albury (#8) in the next round. Penrith will play against Sydney C. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Canberra N.: D.Allison 21+10reb+1ast, R.Skye 17+9reb+2ast, Z.Funnell 14+6reb+3ast, J.Boutzos 5+3reb+3ast, C.Bourne 5+16reb+9ast, J.Langi 5+3reb+1ast
Penrith P.: H.Griffin 19+1reb+1ast, B.Tatiana 10+4reb+5ast, W.Chloe 7+3reb+1ast, Z.Garcia Leon 5+10reb+3ast, H.Sofia 5+5reb+2ast, B.Chanel 2+2reb+2ast

Albury LB - Manly Warr. SE 86-94

Very predictable result in Albury where top-ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (6-0) defeated 8th ranked Lady Bandits (2-3) 94-86 on Saturday. Manly Warr. SE made 28-of-35 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game, while Albury only scored eight points from the stripe. The best player for the winners was American guard Jayda Jansen (175-2000, college: Toledo) who scored 21 points. Swingman Sari Mowbray (176-2004) chipped in 20 points. Five Manly Warringah Sea Eagles players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Unique Thompson (190-1999, college: Auburn) who recorded 27 points and 21 rebounds and Emily Lyttle added 34 points (!!!) and 4 assists respectively. Manly Warringah Sea Eagles have an impressive six-game winning streak. Manly Warr. SE maintains second position with 6-0 record having just 3 victories less than leader Sturt S. Loser Lady Bandits keeps the eighth place with three games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Manly Warr. SE will meet at home C.Coast C. (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Albury will play against Canberra N. (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Manly Warr. SE: J.Jansen 21+2reb+3ast, S.Mowbray 20+3reb+2ast, Z.Miller 14+4reb+5ast, J.Radan 13+7reb+4ast, A.Delaney 12+8reb+3ast, B.Delaney 7+2reb+2ast
Albury LB: L.Emily 34+3reb+4ast, U.Thompson 27+21reb+2ast, M.Kijana 9+6reb+2ast, M.Emma 8+2reb+2ast, C.Timeeka 3, K.Melanie 3+1reb

Inner WB - Bankstown B. 43-99

Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked Bulls (0-6) were rolled over at home by fourth ranked Bruins (4-2) 99-43 on Saturday. Bankstown B. held Inner WB to an opponent 20.8 percent shooting from the field compared to 44.8 percent accuracy of the winners. Bankstown B. forced 23 Inner WB turnovers and outrebounded them 56-27 including a 22-5 advantage in offensive rebounds. Bankstown B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists comparing to just 6 passes made by Inner WB's players. The best player for the winners was Kiahna Davis-White who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds. Naturalized New Zealand guard Tahlia Tupaea (175-1997) chipped in 10 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Five Bruins players scored in double figures. Bruins' coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was point guard Taylah Levy (165, college: CSU) who recorded 19 points and 5 rebounds and Japanese point guard Aimi Matsumoto (165-1995) added 10 points respectively. Bruins have a solid three-game winning streak. Bankstown B. maintains fourth position with 4-2 record, which they share with Kilsyth and Diamond VE. Loser Bulls still closes the standings with six games lost. They share the position with Northern Force. Bankstown B. will meet at home Maitland (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Inner WB will play against Newcastle F. and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Bankstown B.: K.Davis-White 16+14reb+3ast, d.Margot 13+5reb+1ast, N.Aukuso 12+7reb+1ast, J.Dunlop 11+6reb+1ast, L.Austin 11+1ast, H.Shyla 10+1reb+2ast
Inner WB: L.Taylah 19+5reb+3ast, M.Aimi 10+3reb+2ast, M.Jennifer 4+2reb, J.Llianna 4+8reb, W.Mizuki 3+2reb+1ast, I.Lahoi-Roi 3+1reb

Hornsby S. - Maitland M. 91-90

Everything went according to plan in Hornsby where seventh ranked Spireds (3-2) edged 9th ranked Mustangs (2-4) 91-90 on Saturday. Hornsby S. had a 33-21 advantage in offensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was guard Ruby Perkins (178-2007) who scored 21 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. American forward AyAnna Bey (188, college: Benedict) chipped in a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Shakera Reilly (178-1999) who recorded 25 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and American forward Kasey Neubert (185, college: San Diego) added 17 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Hornsby S. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Mustangs dropped to the tenth position with four games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Hornsby S. will meet at home Sydney C. (#12) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Maitland will play against Bankstown B. in Condell Park and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Hornsby S.: R.Perkins 21+9reb+7ast, A.Bey 21+10reb+2ast, M.Kristina 16+4reb+2ast, L.Hartman 11+5reb+1ast, L.Mead 8+7reb+3ast, N.Sainsbury 6+3reb
Maitland M.: S.Reilly 25+6reb+5ast, N.Kasey 17+9reb+1ast, M.Sara 16+1reb+5ast, F.Jess 13+9reb+2ast, L.Kate 6+4reb, W.Rachel 6+3reb+5ast

Illawarra H. - Sutherland S. 50-80

There was no surprise in Wollongong where 11th ranked Hawks (2-4) were outplayed by sixth ranked Sharks (3-1) 80-50 on Saturday. Sutherland looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Illawarra H.'s players. The best player for the winners was swingman Abigail Curtin (185-1997, college: Denver) who scored 27 points and 7 rebounds. Forward Madeleine Norris (175-1998) chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points, 14 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Sharks players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Una Jovanovic (175, college: TCU) who recorded 12 points and 7 rebounds and Imogen Thompson added 10 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Sutherland moved-up to fifth place, which they share with BA CoE. Loser Hawks dropped to the tenth position with four games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Sutherland will meet at home higher ranked Newcastle F. (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Illawarra H. will play against BA CoE (#5) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sutherland S.: A.Curtin 27+7reb+1ast, N.Lauren 16+6reb+7ast, M.Norris 12+14reb+4ast, E.Dent 10+3reb+2ast, J.Dewhurst 8+1reb, A.Fabbro 4+6reb+3ast
Illawarra H.: U.Jovanovic 12+7reb+1ast, T.Imogen 10+6reb+2ast, P.Asha 9+6reb, G.Charlotte 9+4reb+1ast, C.Taylah 4+1reb, F.Tazmin 2+4reb

Newcastle F. - BA CoE 71-65

Undefeated BA CoE (3-1) recorded its first loss in Newcastle. Visitors were defeated by third ranked Falcons (4-1) 71-65. Newcastle F. forced 22 BA CoE turnovers. American guard Nicole Munger (178-1997, college: Michigan) notched a double-double by scoring 19 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists to lead the effort and forward Megan Jefferson (190, college: Hawaii) supported her with 21 points and 7 rebounds. Four Falcons players scored in double figures. Even a double-double of 23 points and 11 rebounds by guard Isabel Smith (176-2009) did not help to save the game for BA CoE. Guard Olivia Olechnowicz (176-2009) added 17 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. BA CoE's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Falcons have a solid four-game winning streak. Newcastle F. moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. BA CoE at the other side dropped to the fifth position with one game lost. They share it with Sutherland. Newcastle F. will play against Sutherland (#6) on the road in the next round. BA CoE will play against Illawarra H. in Wollongong and hopes to get back on the winning track.
Top scorers:
Newcastle F.: M.Jefferson 21+7reb+1ast, N.Munger 19+11reb+9ast, K.Kingham 14+6reb+6ast, R.Bond 11+4reb+1ast, I.Burns 6+5reb+1ast, L.Wilsmore 0
BA CoE: S.Isabel 23+11reb+1ast, O.Olivia 17+5reb+4ast, A.Reece 6+3reb+1ast, R.Zara 6+2reb+6ast, J.Manyok 6+6reb, S.Jay 3+2reb

Hills H. - C.Coast C. 81-54

No shocking result in a game in Baulkham Hills where thirteenth ranked Hills Hornets (2-3) outleveled 15th ranked Crusaders (2-6) 81-54 on Saturday. Hills H. forced 20 C.Coast C. turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Hills H. made 9 blocks. The best player for the winners was guard Ella Gale (182) who scored 11 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks. American center Brooke Bjelko (190-1999, college: Bryant) chipped in 11 points and 8 rebounds. Four Hills Hornets players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Leila Hefferman who recorded 12 points and 5 rebounds and forward Nikki Worner (175, college: Iona, agency: Crossover Management) added 12 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Hills H. moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. C.Coast C. lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the fourteenth position with six games lost. Hills H. will meet at home league's leader Norths B. in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. C.Coast C. will play against the league's second-placed Manly Warr. SE (#2) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Hills H.: K.Johnson 15+3reb+1ast, J.Kirisome 11+4reb+4ast, G.Ella 11+9reb+2ast, B.Brooke 11+8reb+1ast, C.Sherrie 8+2reb+2ast, A.Tako 7+1ast
C.Coast C.: N.Worner 12+5reb, H.Leila 12+5reb+1ast, M.Bronte 9+1reb, A.Cushla 7+3reb, B.Sienna 5+2reb, S.Jessica 5+1reb+1ast

Sydney C. - Norths B. 59-70

Very expected game in Alexandria where 11th ranked Comets (2-4) were defeated by top-ranked North Bears (7-0) 70-59 on Saturday. Norths B. made 22-of-27 free shots (81.5 percent) during the game. They also forced 26 Sydney C. turnovers. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Jazmin Shelley (165-2000, college: Nebraska) who scored 30 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 7 steals. American forward Talya Brugler (185-2002, college: St.Joseph's) chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Eryn Fisher (183, college: UMBC) who recorded 20 points and 5 rebounds and Alexandria Oliver added 14 points and 9 rebounds respectively. North Bears have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Norths B. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with W.Adelaide B. and Sturt S. Loser Comets dropped to the tenth place with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Norths B. will meet Hills H. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sydney C. will play against Hornsby S. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Norths B.: S.Jazmin 30+8reb+4ast, B.Talya 14+9reb+3ast, I.Morgan 13+7reb, C.Martin 5+2reb+3ast, E.Simons 4, R.Donnelly 2+5reb
Sydney C.: F.Eryn 20+5reb, O.Alexandria 14+9reb+2ast, M.Pirini 7+5reb+8ast, S.Serika 5+1reb, K.Alexandra 5+9reb+6ast, N.Emily 3+6reb+1ast

Bankstown B. - Sydney C. 94-86

Very predictable result in Condell Park where fourth ranked Bruins (4-2) defeated 11th ranked Comets (2-4) 94-86 on Friday. Bankstown B. dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Comets's 34. Bankstown B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international point guard Shyla Heal (167-2001, agency: LBM Management) who scored 37 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 7 assists (on 15-of-19 shooting from the field). French Margot de Freitas (188-2000) chipped in a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds. Four Bruins players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international guard Mikayla Pirini (169-1996) who recorded 24 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists and forward Eryn Fisher (183, college: UMBC) added 18 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Bruins have a solid three-game winning streak. Bankstown B. maintains fourth position with 4-2 record, which they share with Kilsyth and Diamond VE. Loser Comets dropped to the tenth place with four games lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. Bankstown B. will meet at home Maitland (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Sydney C. will play against Hornsby S. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bankstown B.: H.Shyla 37+7reb+7ast, d.Margot 16+10reb+2ast, K.Davis-White 12+6reb+1ast, T.Tahlia 10+3reb+7ast, D.Davida 6+3reb+3ast, S.Dunlop 5+2reb
Sydney C.: M.Pirini 24+6reb+9ast, F.Eryn 18+9reb, K.Alexandra 14+1reb+2ast, N.Emily 8+3reb, S.Serika 7+2reb, F.Elle 7+1reb+3ast

Group North

Gold Coast R. - Ipswich F. 76-70

There was a minor upset in Gold Coast where one of their biggest challengers Force (1-1) was defeated by tenth ranked Rollers (1-1) 76-70 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was American guard Ariana Moorer (172-1991, college: Virginia) who had a double-double by scoring 23 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists. Center Emma Petrie (186-2007) chipped in 19 points and 5 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). At the other side the best for losing team was American swingman Valerie Huerta (176, college: CWU, agency: Crossover Management) who recorded 19 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals and Georgia Ralph added 19 points respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Rollers left bottom position moving up to fifth place, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Force. Gold Coast R. will meet NGC Seahawks (#11) in the next round where they are favorite. Ipswich F. will play against Mackay (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Gold Coast R.: M.Ariana 23+10reb+5ast, E.Petrie 19+5reb+1ast, T.Manumaleuga 12+4reb+3ast, M.Barnes 9+6reb, N.Morris-Nelson 7+4reb, R.Spies 3
Ipswich F.: V.Huerta 19+5reb+4ast, R.Georgia 19+1reb+2ast, H.Young 7+6reb+1ast, W.Courtenay 5+6reb+1ast, W.Olivia 5+4reb+1ast, E.Natasha 5+8reb

Mackay M. - SD Spartans 78-84

Everything went according to plan in Mackay where top-ranked Brisbane Spartans (3-0) beat 5th ranked Meteorettes (1-1) 84-78 on Saturday. SD Spartans looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was New Zealand forward Kalani Purcell (188-1995, college: BYU) who had a double-double by scoring 14 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists. Guard Jessica McDowell-White (168-2000, college: USF) chipped in 17 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Monique Bobongie (178-2006) who recorded a double-double by scoring 23 points and 11 rebounds and guard Cheyenne Bobongie (172-2008) added 17 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Five SD Spartans and four Mackay players scored in double figures. Meteorettes' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Brisbane Spartans have a solid three-game winning streak. SD Spartans keep a position of league leader. Loser Meteorettes keeps the fifth place with one game lost. They share the position with 4 other teams. SD Spartans' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Brisbane Brisbane C..
Top scorers:
SD Spartans: A.Solway 19+7reb, J.McDowell-White 17+5reb+9ast, P.Kalani 14+12reb+7ast, E.Preston 13+7reb+3ast, H.McDowell-White 10+6reb, P.Bayliss 6+1ast
Mackay M.: M.Bobongie 23+11reb+2ast, B.Cheyenne 17+5reb+3ast, B.River 16+5reb, B.Chelsea 11+5reb+1ast, S.Puisis 9+2reb+2ast, J.Hannah 2+3reb+3ast

Townsville F. - SW Metro P. 77-70

There was no surprise in Townsville where bottom-ranked Pirates (0-3) were defeated by tenth ranked Flames (1-1) 77-70 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was the former international swingman Courtney Woods (183-1997, college: NIU) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points, 5 rebounds and 12 assists. New Zealand center Ella Tofaeono (190-1998, college: Texas Tech) chipped in 17 points (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field). At the other side the best for losing team was Serbian forward Jovana Ilic (191-2009) who recorded a double-double by scoring 21 points and 10 rebounds and Kate Head added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists respectively. Flames left bottom position moving up to fifth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Pirates still closes the standings with three games lost. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Townsville F.: W.Courtney 24+5reb+12ast, T.Ella 17+4reb, M.Murray 12+6reb+2ast, K.Gaze-Searle 8+6reb, C.Ward 8+3reb+2ast, S.Browning 5
SW Metro P.: I.Jovana 21+10reb+1ast, C.Whittaker 21+5reb+1ast, H.Kate 15+6reb+7ast, M.Tessa 7+4reb+5ast, K.Jenna 3+1reb+1ast, F.Alana 3+2reb+2ast

Logan T. - Brisbane C. 86-52

No shocking result in a game in Loganholme where top-ranked Thunder (2-0) outleveled 7th ranked Capitals (1-2) 86-52 on Saturday. Logan T. forced 25 Brisbane C. turnovers and outrebounded them 52-40 including 20 on the offensive glass. Logan T. looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Brisbane C.'s players. The best player for the winners was American Leah Scott (183-1993, college: Marshall) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds. Vahayliah Seumanutafa chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American center Tyla Stolberg (188, college: Newberry) who recorded 18 points and Elise Siganto added 6 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Logan T. moved-up to second place, which they share with Cairns D. Loser Capitals dropped to the tenth position with two games lost. Logan T. will meet at home Mackay (#6) in the next round. Brisbane C.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Brisbane to the arena SD Spartans.
Top scorers:
Logan T.: S.Leah 19+10reb+2ast, V.Seumanutafa 17+11reb+3ast, P.Notoa 11+7reb+7ast, M.Cann 9+4reb+9ast, M.Allen 8+2reb+1ast, G.Vukona 8+2reb+1ast
Brisbane C.: S.Tyla 18+4reb+3ast, H.Keriana 9+3reb+1ast, T.Emilee 6+4reb+1ast, H.Ashley 6+6reb+1ast, S.Elise 6+7reb+1ast, B.Rihanna 4+2reb

Rockhampton C. - SD Spartans 66-95

Very expected game in Rockhampton where bottom-ranked Cyclones (0-2) were crushed by top-ranked Brisbane Spartans (3-0) 95-66 on Friday. SD Spartans looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 15 passes made by Rockhampton C.'s players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when SD Spartans made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was forward Hayley McDowell-White (178-2005) who scored 41 points (!!!) and 7 assists. Guard Jessica McDowell-White (168-2000, college: USF) chipped in 11 points, 11 rebounds, 16 assists and 4 steals. Four Brisbane Spartans players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American point guard Gracie Stugart (170, college: Maryville, MO) who recorded 20 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists and Halle Shipton added 12 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Brisbane Spartans have a solid three-game winning streak. SD Spartans keep a position of league leader. Loser Cyclones still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with NGC Seahawks. SD Spartans' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Brisbane Brisbane C..
Top scorers:
SD Spartans: H.McDowell-White 41+4reb+7ast, A.Solway 18+7reb+3ast, J.McDowell-White 11+11reb+16ast, E.Preston 10+5reb, M.Carey 7+3reb+1ast, K.Derksen 6+3reb
Rockhampton C.: S.Gracie 20+7reb+5ast, S.Isla 12+4reb, S.Halle 12+7reb+2ast, E.Kiser 6+11reb+1ast, M.Akaysha 5, J.Bella 4+4reb+4ast

Cairns D. - SW Metro P. 95-49

Very predictable result in Cairns where top-ranked Dolphins (2-0) smashed bottom-ranked Pirates (0-3) 95-49 on Friday. Cairns D. dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Pirates's 24. Cairns D. outrebounded SW Metro P. 50-29 including a 36-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American forward Mia Loyd (181-1994, college: N.Dakota, agency: LBM Management) who scored 20 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Forward Summah Evans (183, college: Clemson) chipped in 19 points and 7 rebounds. Four Dolphins players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Kate Head who recorded 9 points and 7 assists and New Zealand guard Tessa Morrison (173-1997, college: SNHU) added 10 points respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Despite that victory Cairns D. went down to second position due to points difference, which they share with Logan T. Loser Pirates still closes the standings with three games lost. Cairns D. will meet SC Phoenix (#7) in the next round where they are favorite. SW Metro P. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Cairns D.: L.Mia 20+9reb+6ast, E.Summah 19+7reb+3ast, T.Bond 15+5reb+3ast, W.Mikala 12+1reb, B.Basham 12+7reb+5ast, L.Williams 7+7reb+1ast
SW Metro P.: M.Tessa 10+1reb, H.Kate 9+4reb+7ast, K.Jenna 7+1reb+2ast, S.Jema 6+5reb, F.Alana 4+2reb+1ast, B.Charli 4+6reb

Brisbane C. - NGC Seahawks 110-91

Not a big story in a game in Brisbane where bottom-ranked Seahawks (0-2) were rolled over by seventh ranked Capitals (1-2) 110-91 on Friday. Brisbane C. made 27-of-31 free shots (87.1 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 NGC Seahawks turnovers. Brisbane C. looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. The best player for the winners was American power forward Ashley Harris-Arlen (187-1990, college: WSC) who had a double-double by scoring 29 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. The other American import center Tyla Stolberg (188, college: Newberry) chipped in a double-double by scoring 25 points and 10 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Georgia Woolley (183-2002, college: Syracuse) who recorded 32 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists (went 12 for 12 at the free throw line !!!) and Charlize Brown added 18 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Despite that victory Capitals went down to tenth position due to points difference. Loser Seahawks still closes the standings with two games lost. They share the position with Rockhampton C.. Brisbane C.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Brisbane to the arena SD Spartans.
Top scorers:
Brisbane C.: A.Harris-Arlen 29+11reb+7ast, T.Stolberg 25+10reb+2ast, C.Enriquez-Paea 15+2reb, E.White 9+1reb+3ast, J.Relf 8+5reb+6ast, E.Tahata 7+3reb+3ast
NGC Seahawks: W.Georgia 32+7reb+5ast, B.Charlize 18+7reb+2ast, R.Charli 13+3reb+2ast, S.Jessica 8+1reb+3ast, B.Jessica 7, B.Maddison 5+1reb+1ast

Group South

Bendigo LB - Nunawading S. 113-97

There was a surprise result in Bendigo where thirteenth ranked Lady Braves (3-2) beat higher ranked Spectres (4-3) 113-97 on Sunday. Bendigo made 16-of-21 free shots (76.2 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Kelly Wilson (170-1984) who scored 26 points, 9 rebounds, 19 assists and 4 steals. Forward Olivia Pollerd (190-2002, college: Santa Clara) chipped in 28 points and 5 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international guard Rachel Antoniadou (175-1996, college: FSU) who recorded 20 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists and American guard Riley Lupfer (175, college: Boise St.) added 21 points and 4 assists respectively. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Bendigo moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Nunawading S. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fourth position with three games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Bendigo will meet Northern Force (#20) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Nunawading S. will play against Frankston B. (#9) in Seaford and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Bendigo LB: P.Olivia 28+5reb+1ast, K.Wilson 26+9reb+19ast, M.Harvey 18+3reb+5ast, H.Ahlise 18+3reb+1ast, J.Smith 12+4reb+5ast, I.Whitelaw 11+3reb
Nunawading S.: L.Riley 21+3reb+4ast, A.Rachel 20+6reb+7ast, K.Blacksten 17+6reb+3ast, H.Eliza 14+6reb+1ast, T.Kate 13+4reb+1ast, F.Keeley 12+7reb+1ast

Melbourne T. - Kilsyth LC 71-66

There was an upset in Melbourne where higher ranked Lady Cobras (4-2) were defeated by fourteenth ranked Tigers (2-4) 71-66 on Sunday. The best player for the winners was the former international power forward Zitina Aokuso (193-1998) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists. Guard Isabella Brancatisano (178-1995) chipped in 10 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 6 steals. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Nikita Young (170-2002) who recorded 14 points and 6 rebounds and American center Ariel Jenkins (190, college: Georgetown) added 10 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Lady Cobras' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Melbourne T. moved-up to tenth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Lady Cobras dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with Bankstown B. and Diamond VE. Melbourne T. will meet at home higher ranked Knox R. (#7) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Kilsyth will play against Ballarat M. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Melbourne T.: Z.Aokuso 19+12reb+6ast, S.Yang 13+3reb, I.Brancatisano 10+5reb+4ast, M.Chen 9+4reb+4ast, C.Brancatisano 7+3reb+2ast, T.Hooper 5+1ast
Kilsyth LC: Y.Nikita 14+6reb+2ast, H.Kylie 12+3reb, J.Ariel 10+10reb+1ast, D.Hannah 7+2reb+1ast, E.Shearer 7+3reb+3ast, H.Andrews 6+5reb+3ast

Ballarat M. - Frankston B. 91-74

There was a small surprise in Wendouree where ninth ranked Ballarat Miners (4-3) won against 7th ranked Frankston Blues (4-3) 91-74 on Sunday. Ballarat M. made 21-of-26 free shots (80.8 percent) during the game. They also forced 21 Frankston B. turnovers. Ballarat M. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Abigail Wehrung (177-1995) who scored 23 points and 4 assists. Swingman Casey Samuels (183-1994) chipped in 20 points and 6 assists. Four Ballarat Miners players scored in double figures. Ballarat Miners' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Louise Brown (189-1995, college: Tennessee) who recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Emily Monaghan (175, college: S.Nazarene) added 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Ballarat M. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams including defeated Frankston B.. Ballarat M. will meet Kilsyth (#6) on the road in the next round. Frankston B. will play against Nunawading S. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: W.Abigail 23+4reb+4ast, C.Samuels 20+4reb+6ast, H.Camille 17+5reb+3ast, F.Malia 10+9reb+2ast, L.Taylor 10+3reb, B.Elissa 9+10reb+4ast
Frankston B.: B.Louise 22+10reb+4ast, M.Emily 20+5reb+4ast, S.Martin 13+3reb, H.Pahlyss 9+5reb+3ast, N.Emma 8+3reb, A.Sophie 2+1reb+1ast

Knox R. - Diamond VE 77-62

There was an upset in Wantirna South where higher ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (4-2) were defeated by eleventh ranked Knox Raiders (4-3) 77-62 on Sunday. Knox R. outrebounded Diamond VE 42-30 including a 31-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was forward Alicia Froling (190-1996, college: SMU) who had a double-double by scoring 16 points and 14 rebounds. American forward Haliegh Reinoehl (188-1998, college: Akron, agency: LBM Management) chipped in 23 points. Five Knox Raiders players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international guard Abbey Ellis (168-2001, college: Purdue) who recorded 21 points and the former international swingman Alexandra Sharp (185-1997, college: Wake Forest) added 15 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Knox R. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Diamond Valley Eagles dropped to the fourth position with two games lost. They share it with Kilsyth and Bankstown B.. Knox R. will meet at home league's second-placed Mt Gambier in the next round and it may be the game of the week. Diamond VE will play against Keilor T. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Knox R.: R.Haliegh 23+4reb, F.Alicia 16+14reb+2ast, S.Shaneice 13+8reb+1ast, B.Paige 12+2reb+6ast, P.Burrows 10+4reb+7ast, L.Santomaggio 3+3reb+1ast
Diamond VE: E.Abbey 21+4reb+3ast, A.Sharp 15+6reb+1ast, W.Tayha 9+3reb+1ast, R.Erin 9+4reb+2ast, D.Shannon 4+1reb, I.Beh 4+5reb+3ast

Northern Force - Casey C. 84-88

Very predictable result when eighth ranked Cavaliers (4-1) defeated on the road bottom-ranked Northern Force (0-6) 88-84 on Saturday. Strangely Northern Force outrebounded Casey 45-29 including 31 on the defensive glass. The best player for the winners was point guard Dallas Loughridge (167-2004) who scored 29 points and 9 assists. Forward Chelsea DAngelo (180-2000) chipped in 22 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international forward Keely Froling (188-1996, college: SMU) who recorded 35 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) and Sarah ONeill added 10 points and 12 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Northern Force's coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. Cavaliers have a solid four-game winning streak. Casey moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Northern Force still closes the standings with six games lost. They share the position with Inner WB. Casey will meet at home league's leader Eltham W. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Northern Force will play against Bendigo (#11) and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Casey C.: L.Dallas 29+3reb+9ast, C.DAngelo 22+7reb+5ast, S.Bowman 14+5reb+1ast, L.Nyaduoth 11+5reb+3ast, S.Robati 6+6reb, H.Wynd 3+1reb
Northern Force: K.Froling 35+8reb+2ast, H.Parker 13+6reb+1ast, B.Millie 12+7reb+4ast, O.Sarah 10+12reb+3ast, R.Kalaydjiev 8+6reb+7ast, P.Nikki 4+1reb

Mt Gambier - Waverley F. 59-86

There was an upset in Mt Gambier where second-best Mount Gambier Pioneers (5-1) were rolled over by thirteenth ranked Falcons (3-3) 86-59 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was guard Hannah Rapp (178, college: Santa Clara) who scored 9 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists. point guard Amelia Todhunter (169-1988) chipped in 17 points and 5 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was the former international forward Kelsey Rees (196-2002, college: Oregon St.) who recorded a double-double by scoring 13 points and 10 rebounds and forward Lara Edmanson (183, college: Villanova) added 12 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Four Mt Gambier players scored in double figures. Waverley F. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Mount Gambier Pioneers keeps the second position with one game lost. They share it with Sandringham S.. Waverley F. will meet at home Dandenong R. (#15) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Mt Gambier will play against Knox R. (#7) in Wantirna South and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Waverley F.: T.Amelia 17+3reb+5ast, M.McCarthy 17+1reb+2ast, L.Kinkela 16+2reb, T.Dalton 11+5reb+3ast, K.Shumate 10+5reb, H.Rapp 9+12reb+4ast
Mt Gambier: R.Kelsey 13+10reb+2ast, A.Prohaska 13+6reb+2ast, E.Lara 12+8reb+2ast, T.Boler 10+3reb, P.Carla 8+8reb+1ast, C.Grace 3+2reb

Ringwood H. - Melbourne T. 83-86

Everything went according to plan in Heathmont where fourteenth ranked Tigers (2-4) edged 16th ranked Hawks (1-6) 86-83 on Saturday. Melbourne T. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was Chinese forward Shuyu Yang (182-2002) who scored 31 points. The former international power forward Zitina Aokuso (193-1998) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Indian center Harsimran Kaur (193-2003, college: URI) who recorded 26 points and 8 rebounds and forward Emma Clarke (186-2000, college: Colorado) added 17 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Four Ringwood players scored in double figures. Melbourne T. moved-up to tenth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Hawks dropped to the eighth position with six games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Melbourne T. will meet at home higher ranked Knox R. (#7) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Ringwood will play against Dandenong R. and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Melbourne T.: S.Yang 31+2reb+2ast, M.Chen 19+3reb+3ast, Z.Aokuso 15+11reb+6ast, H.Giddey 6+3reb+3ast, C.Brancatisano 6+1reb+2ast, R.Brewster 5+1reb+1ast
Ringwood H.: H.Kaur 26+8reb+1ast, T.Mole 20+1reb+3ast, E.Clarke 17+6reb+4ast, F.Isabel 11+2reb+3ast, K.Chelby 9+4reb+7ast, Y.Asha 0

Eltham W. - Geelong U. 87-47

The game had a very big importance for second-ranked Wildcats as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Wildcats smashed bottom-ranked United in Eltham 87-47. Eltham W. held Geelong U. to an opponent 21.6 percent shooting from the field compared to 52.4 percent accuracy of the winners. Eltham W. forced 19 Geelong U. turnovers and had a 32-17 advantage in offensive rebounds. Eltham W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Geelong U.'s players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Eltham W. made 10 blocks. Lil Dart scored 22 points (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field) to lead the charge for the winners and New Zealand center Rebecca Pizzey (190-1999) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four Wildcats players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was point guard Lilly Rotunno (170-2004) with 9 points and Mackenzie Drew scored 9 points. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Wildcats (6-1) have an impressive six-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. Geelong U. at the other side still closes the standings with five games lost. Geelong U. will play next round against strong Sandringham S. trying to get back on the winning streak. Eltham W. will try to continue on its current victory against fourth ranked Casey in Cranbourne.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: L.Dart 22+4reb+3ast, P.Rebecca 14+8reb+2ast, D.Kennedy 12+5reb+1ast, S.Mackenzie 11+1reb+2ast, S.Richardson 9, S.Smith 7+10reb+4ast
Geelong U.: D.Mackenzie 9+2reb, L.Rotunno 9+3reb+2ast, I.Bowyer 7+2reb+2ast, C.Dakota 6+4reb+1ast, K.Jasmine 5, C.Aleks 4+1reb

Ballarat M. - Keilor T. 70-58

There was a minor upset in Wendouree where their close opponent Thunder (3-3) was defeated by ninth ranked Ballarat Miners (4-3) 70-58 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was the former international guard Abigail Wehrung (177-1995) who scored 19 points and 6 rebounds (went 7 for 7 at the free throw line). American center Camille Hobby (190-2001, college: Illinois) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 10 rebounds. Four Ballarat Miners players scored in double figures. Ballarat Miners' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was center Lara McSpadden (193-1999) who recorded a double-double by scoring 25 points and 12 rebounds and forward Isobelle Wightman (180-2007) added 12 points and 4 blocks respectively. Ballarat M. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Thunder dropped to the sixth position with three games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Ballarat M. will meet Kilsyth (#6) on the road in the next round. Keilor T. will play against Diamond VE in Greensborough and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Ballarat M.: W.Abigail 19+6reb+3ast, H.Camille 14+10reb+1ast, B.Elissa 12+7reb+2ast, C.Samuels 10+7reb+3ast, F.Malia 7+2reb+2ast, L.Taylor 6+1reb+3ast
Keilor T.: L.McSpadden 25+12reb, W.Isobelle 12+2reb+2ast, T.Barnes 10+3reb+1ast, B.Macey 7+4reb+4ast, M.Nikki 2+1reb+2ast, B.Kasey 2+5reb+5ast

Sandringham S. - Knox R. 82-72

No shocking result in a game in Cheltenham where fifth ranked Sabres (5-1) won against 11th ranked Knox Raiders (4-3) 82-72 on Saturday. Sandringham S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was forward Klara Wischer (190-1991, college: San Diego) who had a double-double by scoring 15 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals. International guard Stephanie Reid (168-1996, college: Buffalo) chipped in 18 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Haliegh Reinoehl (188-1998, college: Akron, agency: LBM Management) who recorded 24 points and 5 rebounds and her fellow American import guard Paige Bradley (178-1994, college: Denver) added 12 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists respectively. Five Sandringham S. and four Knox R. players scored in double figures. Sabres have a solid three-game winning streak. Sandringham S. moved-up to second place, which they share with Mt Gambier. Loser Knox Raiders dropped to the fourth position with three games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Sandringham S. will meet Geelong U. (#19) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Knox R. will play against the league's second-placed Mt Gambier (#2) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: R.Stephanie 18+7reb+4ast, M.Ryan 16+6reb+3ast, K.Wischer 15+11reb+6ast, L.Cochrane 15+4reb+4ast, I.Lopes 13+4reb+7ast, M.Angus 3+3reb
Knox R.: H.Reinoehl 24+5reb+2ast, S.Swain 17+6reb, P.Bradley 12+6reb+7ast, S.Leah 10+1ast, A.Froling 6+11reb+3ast, B.Paige 3+4reb

Frankston B. - Dandenong R. 85-69

Very expected game in Seaford where 14th ranked Rangers (1-5) were defeated by seventh ranked Frankston Blues (4-3) 85-69 on Friday. Frankston B. made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Frankston B. made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was forward Louise Brown (189-1995, college: Tennessee) who had a double-double by scoring 17 points, 13 rebounds and 4 blocks. Guard Emily Monaghan (175, college: S.Nazarene) chipped in 16 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Imogen Rock (178) who recorded 21 points and 7 rebounds and guard Marianela Fakalata (168-2009) added 12 points and 7 assists respectively. Both teams had five players each who scored in double figures. Frankston B. moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Rangers dropped to the fifteenth position with five games lost. They share it with Hobart C.. Frankston B. will meet at home Nunawading S. (#10) in the next round where they are favorite. Dandenong R. will play against Ringwood (#17) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: L.Brown 17+13reb+1ast, E.Monaghan 16+8reb+2ast, P.Hokianga 15+2reb+3ast, M.Sianni 15+1reb+3ast, T.Jackson 12+4reb+5ast, S.Alexander 6+3reb+3ast
Dandenong R.: R.Imogen 21+7reb+1ast, M.Catherine 13+4reb+2ast, F.Marianela 12+2reb+7ast, G.Holly 11+7reb, C.Clare 10+5reb+1ast, M.Elly 2+2reb+2ast

Hobart C. - Casey C. 89-113

Very predictable result in Hobart where eighth ranked Cavaliers (4-1) smashed 15th ranked Chargers (1-5) 113-89 on Friday. Casey outrebounded Hobart C. 42-27 including 28 on the defensive glass. Casey looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists. The best player for the winners was American center Samantha Bowman (188, college: CWU) who had a double-double by scoring 20 points, 19 rebounds and 5 assists. point guard Dallas Loughridge (167-2004) chipped in 27 points and 8 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Tishara Morehouse (160-1999, college: FGCU) who recorded 25 points and 4 assists and Sharna Thompson added 24 points respectively. Five Casey and four Hobart C. players scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Cavaliers have a solid four-game winning streak. Casey moved-up to second place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Chargers keeps the fifteenth position with five games lost. They share it with Dandenong R.. Casey will meet at home league's leader Eltham W. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Hobart C. will play against Bendigo (#11) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Casey C.: L.Dallas 27+3reb+8ast, L.Nyaduoth 26+6reb+3ast, C.DAngelo 21+5reb+9ast, S.Bowman 20+19reb+5ast, S.Robati 11+5reb+2ast, M.Nightingale 3
Hobart C.: T.Morehouse 25+1reb+4ast, T.Sharna 24+3reb, C.Portia 15+1ast, B.Chloe 12+7reb+3ast, T.Singleton 7+7reb+1ast, W.Emerson 3+5reb+2ast

Group West

Perry Lakes H. - Goldfields G. 65-89

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 11th ranked Hawks' (1-4) home loss to tenth ranked Giants (2-2) 65-89 on Sunday. Goldfields G. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Sierra Moore (180-1994, college: Penn State) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds. The other American import power forward Delaynie Byrne (190-2000, college: N.Colorado) chipped in a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds. Four Giants players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Bridgette Rettstatt (188-1998, college: Liberty) who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds and guard Mia Bailey (178-1999, college: Pepperdine) added 11 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively. Hawks' coach gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Goldfields G. moved-up to eighth place. Perry Lakes H. lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Goldfields G. will meet at home higher ranked Willetton T. (#7) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Perry Lakes H. will play against Perth R. (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Goldfields G.: M.Sierra 24+11reb+3ast, B.Delaynie 20+11reb+1ast, A.Pana 15+1reb+5ast, C.Zorzi 14+2reb, R.Pettit 9+4reb+3ast, A.Sidebottom 3+2ast
Perry Lakes H.: B.Rettstatt 14+12reb+2ast, B.Mia 11+7reb+5ast, Z.Maddison 8+4reb, N.Ellie 8+1reb+2ast, W.Mila 7+6reb+5ast, M.Nicola 6

Warwick S. - Joondalup W. 94-79

Everything went according to plan in Perth where third ranked Senators (4-1) beat 11th ranked Wanneroo (1-4) 94-79 on Saturday. Warwick S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Joondalup W.'s players. The best player for the winners was forward Mackenzie Clinch-Hoycard (188-1998, college: Hawaii) who scored 30 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Chloe Forster (178-2003) chipped in 18 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Four Senators players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Asianae Johnson (173-2000, college: MSU) who recorded 25 points and 6 rebounds and Canadian-Indonesian forward Kim Pierre-Louis (183-1993, college: UMass) added 24 points and 6 rebounds respectively. Wanneroo's coach tested ten 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 Wanneroo keeps the eleventh position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Warwick S. will meet league's second-placed East Perth E. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Joondalup W. will play against Lakeside L. (#6) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Warwick S.: M.Clinch-Hoycard 30+7reb+2ast, C.Forster 18+9reb+6ast, K.Weir 16+3reb+4ast, J.Clark 16+7reb+7ast, K.Waite 9+2reb+1ast, N.Burton 5+4reb+2ast
Joondalup W.: A.Johnson 25+6reb+3ast, K.Pierre-Louis 24+6reb+2ast, L.Awatea 11+3reb+6ast, Y.Morris 7+4reb, H.Mya 7+4reb, T.Ella 5+6reb

Perth R. - Goldfields G. 93-79

There was a minor upset in Northbridge where 10th ranked Giants (2-2) were defeated by twelfth ranked Redbacks (2-3) 93-79 on Saturday. It was a great shooting night for Perth R. especially from behind the arc, where they had solid 66.7 percentage. The best player for the winners was naturalized British guard Samantha Ashby (178-2001, college: Pacific) who scored 30 points and 6 rebounds (on 11-of-13 shooting from the field). New Zealand point guard Olivia Berry (168-1996) chipped in 15 points. Four Redbacks players scored in double figures. Redbacks' coach used a ten-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward Delaynie Byrne (190-2000, college: N.Colorado) who recorded a double-double by scoring 26 points and 11 rebounds and her fellow American import guard Sierra Moore (180-1994, college: Penn State) added 27 points respectively. Perth R. moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Giants dropped to the eighth position with two games lost. Perth R. will meet Perry Lakes H. (#12) in the next round. Goldfields G. will play against Willetton T. (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: A.Samantha 30+6reb+2ast, O.Berry 15+2reb+2ast, S.Hartree 14+3reb+2ast, M.Dimanlig 11+5reb+1ast, A.Borchet 10+6reb, E.Barmentloo 5+4reb+1ast
Goldfields G.: S.Moore 27+4reb+2ast, D.Byrne 26+11reb+1ast, P.Rachel 7+1reb+1ast, Z.Chloe 5+5reb+1ast, Y.Hazelle 5+2reb+1ast, G.Jemma 4+4reb+3ast

East Perth E. - Perry Lakes H. 97-84

No shocking result in a game in Morley where second ranked Eagles (4-1) won against 11th ranked Hawks (1-4) 97-84 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was guard Stacey Barr (173-1992, college: Idaho) who scored 25 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Josephine Odude chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Bridgette Rettstatt (188-1998, college: Liberty) who recorded a double-double by scoring 19 points and 18 rebounds and forward Maddison Zugna (185-2002, college: SDCC) added 18 points respectively. Five East Perth E. and four Perry Lakes H. players scored in double figures. Hawks' coach tested ten players, but that didn't help to avoid defeat in this game. East Perth E. maintains second position with 4-1 record having just three point less than leader Sturt S., which they share with 3 other teams. Perry Lakes H. lost third consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with four games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. East Perth E. will meet at home Warwick S. (#3) in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Perry Lakes H. will play against Perth R. (#9) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
East Perth E.: B.Stacey 25+8reb+5ast, M.Sarah 18+9reb+1ast, J.Odude 17+14reb+1ast, W.Sydney 14+1reb+4ast, B.Malone 11+6reb+1ast, W.Jade 10+5reb
Perry Lakes H.: B.Rettstatt 19+18reb+3ast, Z.Maddison 18+3reb+2ast, B.Mia 18+2reb+3ast, B.Emilie 10+3reb+6ast, S.Eva 8, J.Jessica 3+4reb+1ast

Kalamunda ES - Willetton T. 73-82

Quite upsetting was Kalamunda ES's (#7) home defeat in a game versus eighth ranked Willetton T. 82-73. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Suns. Tigers made 16-of-18 free shots (88.9 percent) during the game. They also forced 20 Suns turnovers. Tigers looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was American power forward Emma Calvert (193-2002, college: BYU) who had a double-double by scoring 22 points, 15 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Ruby Porter (178-2001, college: Nebraska) chipped in 23 points and 4 assists. Calvert is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Tigers' coach used an eleven-player rotation which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Alyssa Bowen who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds and American swingman Gabriella Bronson (178-1993, college: Parkside) added 15 points and 8 assists respectively. Willetton T. have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Suns dropped to the tenth position with four games lost. They share it with 4 other teams. Willetton T. will meet Goldfields G. (#8) in the next round. Kalamunda ES will play against Rockingham F. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Willetton T.: R.Porter 23+3reb+4ast, C.Emma 22+15reb+5ast, E.Gandini 11+8reb+5ast, C.Drennan 8+4reb+3ast, E.Murdoch 7+3reb+1ast, C.Stothard 3+1ast
Kalamunda ES: G.Bronson 15+4reb+8ast, B.Alyssa 14+14reb+3ast, S.Emma 13+6reb+2ast, K.Yume 9+3reb, C.Denae 8+4reb+5ast, A.Ella 7+6reb+1ast

Lakeside L. - Kalamunda ES 57-78

There was a minor upset in Bullcreek where 5th ranked Lightning (3-3) was crushed by seventh ranked Suns (2-4) 78-57 on Friday. Kalamunda ES dominated down low during the game scoring 54 of its points in the paint compared to Lightning's 22. Kalamunda ES forced 19 Lakeside L. turnovers and outrebounded them 46-28 including a 30-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was power forward Ella Averill (185-2004) who scored 27 points and 6 rebounds. American swingman Gabriella Bronson (178-1993, college: Parkside) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was forward Regan Turnour-McCarty (186-1997) who recorded 11 points and 6 rebounds and forward Samantha Lubcke (188-1996, college: Utah Valley) added 8 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Despite that victory Kalamunda ES went down to tenth position due to points difference, which they share with 4 other teams. Loser Lightning dropped to the sixth place with three games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Kalamunda ES will meet higher ranked Rockingham F. (#5) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Lakeside L. will play against Joondalup W. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Kalamunda ES: E.Averill 27+6reb+1ast, B.Gabriella 15+6reb+2ast, A.Bowen 11+6reb+2ast, E.Strelein 9+2reb, Y.Knoll 5+4reb+4ast, J.Firkins 4+7reb
Lakeside L.: M.Esmeralda 12+1reb+2ast, T.Regan 11+6reb, S.Lubcke 8+9reb, A.Sarah 6+3ast, H.Kiriana 5+2reb, P.Hannah 4+1reb

Rockingham F. - Mandurah M. 84-86

There was a small surprise in Rockingham where sixth ranked Magic (3-2) edged one of their biggest challengers Flames (3-2) 86-84 on Friday. Strangely Rockingham F. outrebounded Mandurah 50-35 including a 35-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Mandurah looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was American guard Mikayla Pivec (178-1997, college: Oregon St.) who had a triple-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. Guard Georgia Adams (178, college: S.Nazarene) chipped in 25 points and 8 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American power forward Teige Morrell (191-1995, college: Nevada) who recorded a double-double by scoring 20 points and 16 rebounds and the former international guard Amy Atwell (183-1998, college: Hawaii) added 19 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Mandurah moved-up to fourth place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Rockingham F.. Mandurah will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Rockingham F. will play against Kalamunda ES (#10) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mandurah M.: G.Adams 25+8reb+1ast, P.Mikayla 21+11reb+10ast, J.Gowland 16+8reb+2ast, S.Hayward 15+2reb+4ast, H.Chatfield 4+4reb+2ast, O.Bassett-Scarfe 3+2reb+1ast
Rockingham F.: M.Teige 20+16reb+2ast, A.Atwell 19+10reb+4ast, B.Stefanie 15+4reb+3ast, S.Puckett 11+4reb+3ast, P.Tiana 8+2reb+2ast, A.Shani 8+9reb+6ast

Willetton T. - SW Slammers 77-74

Not a big story in a game in Willetton where 12th ranked Slammers (1-4) were edged by eighth ranked Tigers (3-3) 77-74 on Friday. However just three-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Willetton T. made 16-of-19 free shots (84.2 percent) during the game. They also forced 32 SW Slammers turnovers. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Willetton T. made 8 blocks. The best player for the winners was guard Emma Gandini (172-1994) who scored 15 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 7 steals. Guard Ruby Porter (178-2001, college: Nebraska) chipped in 15 points and 7 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard MarShaun Bostic (173, college: Auburn) who recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and New Zealand forward Cassidy Lacey-Rameka (184-2005, agency: Crossover Management) added 10 points and 10 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Tigers have a solid three-game winning streak. Willetton T. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with 3 other teams. SW Slammers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eleventh position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Willetton T. will meet Goldfields G. (#8) in the next round. SW Slammers will play against the league's leader Cockburn in Hamilton Hill and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Willetton T.: R.Porter 15+7reb+2ast, E.Gandini 15+8reb+4ast, R.Hearn 12+2reb+4ast, E.Murdoch 11+8reb+2ast, C.Emma 9+3reb+1ast, A.Ramsay 5+1reb
SW Slammers: M.Bostic 22+10reb+4ast, B.Bailey 15+6reb+1ast, F.Javene 10+10reb, C.Lacey-Rameka 10+10reb+2ast, C.Bree 7+4reb+2ast, D.Alexis 4+1reb