NBL1 Round 10 (Regular Season): BA CoE keep a leadership position

The round was exceptionally exciting as five games ended with a tiny margin. Here is the last round review presented by Job Market.

The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Excellence as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Excellence defeated 14th ranked Spiders in Canberra 70-60. Strangely HKBA Spiders outrebounded BA CoE 47-34 including 18 on the offensive glass. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when BA CoE made 7 blocks. Guard Luke Paul (190-2009) scored 19 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Jai Faale (195-2008) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side international guard William Hickey (194-1999) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Excellence (10-1) have an impressive six-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. HKBA Spiders at the other side keep the fourteenth place with nine games lost. HKBA Spiders will play next round against strong Canberra G. trying to get back on the winning streak. BA CoE will try to continue on its current victory against thirteenth ranked Newcastle F. in Broadmeadow.
Undefeated Sturt Sabres (9-1) recorded its first loss in Park Holme. Visitors were rolled over by third ranked South Adelaide Panthers (8-2) 103-79. It ended at the same time the nine-game winning streak of Sturt Sabres. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. Forward Lloyd McVeigh (198-2003, college: Buffalo) notched a double-double by scoring 31 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and Jeremy Smith supported him with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists. Even 18 points and 6 rebounds by naturalized Maltese forward Joshua Tomasi (208-2000, college: St.Cloud St.) did not help to save the game for Sturt S.. Sturt Sabres' coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. South Adelaide Panthers have an impressive eight-game winning streak. S.Adelaide P. moved-up to second place, which they share with Geraldton B. Sturt S. at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. They share it with Forestville E. and Illawarra H. 2. S.Adelaide P. will play against W.Adelaide B. (#8) in Woodville in the next round where they are favorite. Sturt S. will play on the road against the league's second-placed Forestville E. (#2) in Goodwood and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Very important is a home loss of second ranked Canberra G. (8-1) against fourteenth ranked Spiders (2-9) on Saturday night. Host Canberra G. was defeated by Spiders in Canberra 73-63. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Canberra G.. William Hickey fired a double-double by scoring 17 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists for the winners. Glenn Morison produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. HKBA Spiders maintains fourteenth position with 2-9 record. Loser Canberra G. dropped to the fourth place with one game lost. HKBA Spiders will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Canberra G. will play against Cent.Coast C. (#9) in Terrigal and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 10: Norwood F. won against Woodville W. on the opponent's court 84-73. W.Adelaide B. outscored N.Adelaide R. in a home game 129-92. Southern T. was rolled over C.District L. on the road 113-86. Forestville E. defeated Eastern M. on its own court 99-91. Penrith was beaten by Cent.Coast C. in Terrigal 89-83. Inner WB lost to Albury W.B. at home 80-98. Manly Warr. was outscored by Maitland on the opponent's court 61-85. Bankstown B. was rolled over Inner WB in a home game 80-108. Hills H. was defeated by Maitland on the road 102-84. Newcastle F. was smashed by Illawarra H. 2 on its own court 69-94. Cent.Coast C. won against Sutherland in Terrigal 104-99. Norths B. was outscored by BA CoE at home 61-87. Albury W.B. recorded a loss to Sydney C. on the opponent's court 85-68. SC Phoenix crushed Ipswich F. in a home game 123-88. Rockhampton smashed NGC Seahawks on the road 104-78. Cairns M. destroyed Mackay on its own court 110-83. NGC Seahawks managed to outperform SW Metro P. in Runaway Bay 95-82. Gold Coast R. rolled over Rockhampton at home 130-94. SD Spartans were defeated by Northside W. on the opponent's court 101-92. Townsville H. was beaten by Mackay in a home game 89-92. Northside W. lost to Brisbane C. on the road 88-100. Waverley F. unfortunately lost to Geelong U. on its own court 88-99. Northern Force recorded a loss to Frankston B. in Seaford 85-96. Sandringham S. crushed Kilsyth C. at home 110-64. Bendigo was beaten by Diamond V.E. on the opponent's court 90-75. Keilor T. won against Dandenong R. in a home game 94-79. Hobart C. managed to outperform Ballarat M. on the road 114-110. Mt.Gambier was rolled over Casey on its own court 85-109. Ballarat M. was defeated by Ringwood in Heathmont 93-91. Eltham W. smashed Hobart C. at home 108-65. Frankston B. won against Bendigo on the opponent's court 87-77. Dandenong R. managed to outperform Knox R. in a home game 102-87. Sandringham S. managed to beat Nunawading S. on the road 105-95. Kilsyth C. was defeated by Melbourne T. on its own court 83-95. Northern Force was smashed by Geelong U. in a road game 113-92. Lakeside L. lost to Geraldton B. at home 100-102. Kalamunda ES unfortunately lost to Goldfields G. on the opponent's court 76-79. Rockingham F. rolled over Warwick S. in a home game 100-68. Perry Lakes H. was defeated by Cockburn on the road 111-94. SW Slammers were smashed by Lakeside L. on its own court 77-99. Joondalup W. won against East Perth E. in a road game 99-87. Perth R. was outscored by Geraldton B. at home 89-112. Willetton T. was rolled over Joondalup W. on the opponent's court 118-96. Perry Lakes H. defeated East Perth E. in a home game 91-83. Perth R. was beaten by Mandurah on the road 106-105.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 42 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 7 assists by Jordan Forbes of Forestville E..

Group Central

S.Adelaide P. - Sturt S. 103-79

Undefeated Sturt Sabres (9-1) recorded its first loss in Park Holme. Visitors were rolled over by third ranked South Adelaide Panthers (8-2) 103-79. It ended at the same time the nine-game winning streak of Sturt Sabres. It may be a crucial game in the contest for the top position in the league. S.Adelaide P. outrebounded Sturt S. 43-30 including 34 on the defensive glass. S.Adelaide P. players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. Forward Lloyd McVeigh (198-2003, college: Buffalo) notched a double-double by scoring 31 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the effort and American guard Jeremy Smith (190-1991, college: Nicholls) supported him with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists. Four South Adelaide Panthers players scored in double figures. Even 18 points and 6 rebounds by naturalized Maltese forward Joshua Tomasi (208-2000, college: St.Cloud St.) did not help to save the game for Sturt S.. The former international guard Dejan Vasiljevic (190-1997, college: Miami, FL) added 15 points for lost side. Sturt Sabres' coach gave up on the game allowing to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. South Adelaide Panthers have an impressive eight-game winning streak. S.Adelaide P. moved-up to second place, which they share with Geraldton B. Sturt S. at the other side still keeps top position with one game lost. They share it with Forestville E. and Illawarra H. 2. S.Adelaide P. will play against W.Adelaide B. (#8) in Woodville in the next round where they are favorite. Sturt S. will play on the road against the league's second-placed Forestville E. (#2) in Goodwood and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
S.Adelaide P.: L.McVeigh 31+11reb+4ast, S.Jeremy 21+6reb+12ast, R.Bruton 17+6reb+2ast, S.Yevgen 12+6reb+1ast, J.Smith 11+1reb+2ast, K.Moir 7+7reb+3ast
Sturt S.: J.Tomasi 18+6reb+1ast, D.Vasiljevic 15+3reb, J.Rigoni 10+3reb, D.Samuel 8+3reb+4ast, G.Sebastian 7+4reb+1ast, H.Jarryd 7+7reb+3ast

Woodville W. - Norwood F. 73-84

We cannot really consider it an upset in the game between close teams in Flinders Park where one of their biggest challengers Woodville Warriors (6-4) were defeated by fifth ranked Norwood Flames (4-6) 84-73 on Saturday. American guard Thomas Kurowski (193, college: Chicago Univ.) fired 19 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Forward Aydan Janssan (196, college: Jessup) chipped in a double-double by scoring 10 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals. Kurowski is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. Norwood Flames' coach used an eleven-player rotation and allowed the starting five to rest. American power forward LJ Booth (206-1994, college: RMU) produced a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds and his fellow American import power forward Joe Jackson (201-1996, college: IU Southeast) added 9 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists respectively for lost side. Five Norwood F. and four Woodville W. players scored in double figures. Norwood F. maintains fifth position with 4-6 record, which they share with Perth R. and C.District L. Loser Woodville Warriors keeps the fourth place with four games lost. Norwood F. will meet N.Adelaide R. (#9) in the next round. Woodville W. will play against C.District L. (#5) in Gawler and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Norwood F.: K.Thomas 19+8reb+3ast, C.Scott 17+2reb+1ast, D.Webber 15+5reb+1ast, M.Whittaker 12+4reb, L.Inady 11+5reb+1ast, A.Janssan 10+11reb+4ast
Woodville W.: M.Awak 17+4reb+2ast, L.Booth 15+11reb+2ast, N.Wurm 14+3reb+4ast, S.Bennett 12+6reb+1ast, J.Joe 9+10reb+6ast, M.Riley 3+2reb

W.Adelaide B. - N.Adelaide R. 129-92

Everything could happen in Woodville at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Bearcats and 9th ranked Rockets had identical 2-7 record. This time Bearcats used a home court advantage and smashed the opponent from Greenacres 129-92 on Saturday night. W.Adelaide B. shot 63.4 percent from the field. W.Adelaide B. outrebounded N.Adelaide R. 45-29 including a 38-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. W.Adelaide B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 41 assists comparing to just 19 passes made by N.Adelaide R.'s players. International swingman Nick Marshall (198-1999, college: Clarke) fired a triple-double by scoring 25 points, 10 rebounds and 13 assists for the winners. American center Braelen Bridges (210-1999, college: Georgia) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 9 assists (perfect from the field making all eight shots !!!). American swingman Kaden Archie (198-2000, college: Georgia South) produced 26 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and guard Jack King (198-2004, college: Baton Rouge) added 16 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five W.Adelaide B. and four N.Adelaide R. players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. W.Adelaide B. (3-7) moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Rockets keeps the ninth position with eight games lost. They share it with Southern T.. W.Adelaide B. will meet at home higher ranked S.Adelaide P. (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. N.Adelaide R. will play against Norwood F. (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
W.Adelaide B.: M.Nick 25+10reb+13ast, A.Machar 19+4reb+4ast, N.DeSantis 19+3reb+4ast, B.Braelen 17+10reb+9ast, T.Kubank 13+3reb+1ast, J.Brown 9+3reb+2ast
N.Adelaide R.: A.Kaden 26+8reb+4ast, O.Jones 17+4reb+2ast, M.Machar 16+1reb+2ast, K.Jack 16+5reb+3ast, D.Joel 8+1reb+4ast, B.Smith 5+4reb+2ast

C.District L. - Southern T. 113-86

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 8th ranked Noarlunga City Southern Tigers' (2-8) road loss to seventh ranked Central District Lions (4-6) 86-113 on Saturday. C.District L. dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to Noarlunga City Southern Tigers's 28. C.District L. outrebounded Southern T. 53-33 including a 43-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. C.District L. looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by Southern T.'s players. Forward Deng Manyang (201-2007) fired a double-double by scoring 25 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. American-Bahamas forward Jaden Seymour (203-2002, college: ETSU, agency: One Motive Sports) chipped in a double-double by scoring 22 points and 10 rebounds. Four Central District Lions players scored in double figures. Forward Koop McCalop (-1994) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points and 11 rebounds and forward Che Brogan (198-2006) added 9 points and 6 assists respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. C.District L. moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Perth R. and Norwood F. Southern T. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with eight games lost. They share it with N.Adelaide R.. C.District L. will meet at home higher ranked Woodville W. (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Southern T. will play against Eastern M. (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
C.District L.: D.Manyang 25+13reb+1ast, S.Koen 25+3reb+5ast, S.Jaden 22+10reb+3ast, K.Sapwell 13+3reb+13ast, M.Manyang 9+8reb+1ast, C.Jewell 8+8reb+3ast
Southern T.: M.Koop 22+11reb+2ast, L.Nicholas 12+7reb, A.Lem 10+1reb+2ast, T.Nicko 9+2reb+3ast, J.Molnar 9+2reb+1ast, B.Che 9+4reb+6ast

Forestville E. - Eastern M. 99-91

Everything went according to plan in Goodwood where second ranked Forestville Eagles (9-1) beat 6th ranked Eastern Mavericks (3-7) 99-91 on Saturday. Forestville E. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American guard Jordan Forbes (193-1998, college: Salem) fired 42 points (!!!), 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. The former international center Daniel Johnson (212-1988, college: Pepperdine) chipped in 15 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. American swingman Christian Peevy (201-1998, college: Lyn, agency: Starting 5) produced 33 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds (made all of his eight free throws) and forward BJ Symons (-1998, agency: Dominion Sports Group) added 22 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Eastern M. players scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Forestville Eagles have an impressive six-game winning streak. Forestville E. keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Sturt S. and Illawarra H. 2. Loser Eastern Mavericks dropped to the seventh place with seven games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Forestville E. will meet at home league's leader Sturt S. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Eastern M. will play against Southern T. (#10) in Morphett Vale and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Forestville E.: F.Jordan 42+7reb+7ast, J.Daniel 15+9reb+8ast, A.Starling 11+4reb+3ast, M.Greg 10+3reb, F.Ipassou 9+5reb+2ast, D.Adam 9+6reb+3ast
Eastern M.: C.Peevy 33+5reb, B.Symons 22+9reb+2ast, M.Harry 15+6reb+4ast, S.Curtis 12+5reb+8ast, M.Dylan 7+4reb+5ast, B.Jackson 2

Group East

Cent.Coast C. - Penrith P. 89-83

There was no surprise in Terrigal where 15th ranked Panthers (1-8) were defeated by tenth ranked Crusaders (5-7) 89-83 on Sunday. However just six-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Cent.Coast C. shot 30 for 40 from the free-throw line, while Penrith only scored thirteen points from the stripe. Cent.Coast C. forced 25 Penrith turnovers and outrebounded them 50-30 including a 19-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. Cent.Coast C. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Naturalized South Sudanese center Matur Maker (208-1998) fired a double-double by scoring 23 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Center Aaron Redhead (-1998) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points and 16 rebounds. Four Crusaders players scored in double figures. Simun Krpez produced 32 points and 8 rebounds and Jett Hickson added 21 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Cent.Coast C. moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Bendigo and Ringwood. Penrith lost third consecutive game. They keep the fifteenth position with eight games lost. Cent.Coast C. will meet at home higher ranked Canberra G. (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Penrith will play against Sutherland (#11) and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Cent.Coast C.: M.Matur 23+16reb+1ast, A.Redhead 18+16reb, T.Akamarmoi 16+2ast, L.Cassidy 13+6reb+11ast, H.Gunderson 9+2reb+1ast, Y.Garric 8+6reb+2ast
Penrith P.: K.Simun 32+8reb+3ast, H.Jett 21+6reb+1ast, S.Brodie 9, B.Kearins 8+6reb+5ast, W.Noah 7+3reb+1ast, W.Jesse 3+1reb+2ast

Inner WB - Albury W.B. 80-98

There was a surprise result in Inner West where sixteenth ranked Bandits (1-10) won against higher ranked Bulls (6-5) 98-80 on Sunday. Albury W.B. outrebounded Inner WB 43-28 including 33 on the defensive glass. American guard Christian Cook (188-2001, college: NM State, agency: Origins Sports Group) fired 28 points and 6 assists for the winners. The other American import forward Kevion Blaylock (198-1994, college: William Penn) chipped in 18 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Swingman Louis Bleechmore (198, college: Fairfield) produced 21 points and 5 rebounds and Maxwell Clark added 14 points and 7 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Bandits left bottom position moving up to fourteenth place, which they share with SW Slammers. Loser Bulls keeps the sixth position with five games lost. They share it with Sydney C. and Maitland. Albury W.B. will meet at home higher ranked Illawarra H. 2 (#3) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Inner WB will play against Hills H. in Baulkham Hills and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Albury W.B.: C.Christian 28+3reb+6ast, C.Lochlan 28+1reb+2ast, B.Kevion 18+9reb+4ast, S.La 10+7reb+1ast, S.Webb 7+8reb, M.Majok 5+4reb
Inner WB: B.Louis 21+5reb+2ast, C.Maxwell 14+3reb+7ast, W.Cooper 11+4reb+1ast, M.Majak 11+7reb+1ast, S.Kobe 7+2reb+2ast, R.Jasper 7+1ast

BA CoE - HKBA Spiders 70-60

The game had a very big importance for third-ranked Excellence as it allowed them to take a leadership position. Excellence defeated 14th ranked Spiders in Canberra 70-60. Strangely HKBA Spiders outrebounded BA CoE 47-34 including 18 on the offensive glass. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when BA CoE made 7 blocks. Guard Luke Paul (190-2009) scored 19 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and forward Jai Faale (195-2008) chipped in 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side international guard William Hickey (194-1999) responded with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 12 rebounds and 7 assists and center Harrison Evans (213-2004, college: WTAM) scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Excellence (10-1) have an impressive six-game winning streak. As mentioned above they are alone now at the top position. HKBA Spiders at the other side keep the fourteenth place with nine games lost. HKBA Spiders will play next round against strong Canberra G. trying to get back on the winning streak. BA CoE will try to continue on its current victory against thirteenth ranked Newcastle F. in Broadmeadow.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: L.Paul 19+5reb+3ast, J.Faale 16+6reb+4ast, A.Dickeson 10+1reb+1ast, N.Ajak 8+10reb, W.Hamilton 6+1reb, I.Riddle 4+3reb
HKBA Spiders: W.Hickey 18+12reb+7ast, E.Harrison 13+5reb, S.Jackson 12+1reb+1ast, T.Daniel 4+3reb+2ast, M.Brown 4+10reb, S.Alexander 4+9reb+2ast

Maitland M. - Manly Warr. 85-61

There was a minor upset in Maitland where 5th ranked Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (8-3) were crushed by eighth ranked Mustangs (6-5) 85-61 on Sunday. Swingman Will Cranston-Lown (185-2000, college: Regis Univ.) fired 20 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists for the winners. The former international guard Reyne Smith (188-2002, college: Louisville) chipped in 28 points. American forward Quinn Slazinski (206-2001, college: WVU) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points and 12 rebounds and Stefan Valkovic (-2001) added 11 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Maitland moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Sydney C. and Inner WB. Loser Manly Warringah Sea Eagles dropped to the third position with three games lost. They share it with Willetton T. and Joondalup W.. Maitland will meet league's second-placed Norths B. in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Manly Warr. will play against Hills H. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Maitland M.: S.Reyne 28+1reb, W.Cranston-Lown 20+7reb+7ast, B.Parsons 12+11reb+2ast, M.Cherry 8+1reb+2ast, D.Millburn 6+1reb, B.Matthews 5+6reb
Manly Warr.: S.Quinn 23+12reb+1ast, V.Stefan 11+5reb, J.Munro 9+5reb+1ast, L.Isaiah 6+3reb+1ast, H.Oliver 4+2reb+2ast, H.Jake 3+1reb

Bankstown B. - Inner WB 80-108

Rather predictable result in Condell Park where sixth ranked Bulls (6-5) smashed 9th ranked Bruins (4-7) 108-80 on Saturday. Forward Malok Majak (196-2000) fired 25 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Maxwell Clark chipped in 28 points and 5 rebounds. Four Bulls players scored in double figures. Forward Alex Higgins-Titsha (201-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 11 points and 15 rebounds and swingman Deonte Williams (198, college: GSW) added 16 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Inner WB maintains sixth position with 6-5 record, which they share with Sydney C. and Maitland. Bankstown B. lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the tenth place with seven games lost. Inner WB will meet Hills H. (#12) in the next round where they are favorite. Bankstown B. will play against Cent.Coast C. in Terrigal and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Inner WB: M.Clark 28+5reb+3ast, M.Malok 25+8reb+3ast, C.Wilks 16+8reb+1ast, L.Bleechmore 12+2reb+3ast, K.Shannon 8+3reb+3ast, J.Rentoy 7+2reb+2ast
Bankstown B.: T.Wolfe 21+1reb+1ast, W.Deonte 16+8reb+4ast, H.Alex 11+15reb+3ast, L.Angus 9+1reb, K.Elijah 8+1reb, M.Anthony 5+5reb+3ast

Maitland M. - Hills H. 102-84

Not a big story in a game in Maitland where 11th ranked Hornets (3-7) were defeated by eighth ranked Mustangs (6-5) 102-84 on Saturday. Forward Billy Parsons (198-2001) fired 19 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Will Cranston-Lown (185-2000, college: Regis Univ.) chipped in 19 points and 5 assists. Four Mustangs players scored in double figures. American guard Shaun Stewart (183-1994, college: Limestone) produced 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import forward Meekness Payne (201-1999, college: CSU-Pueblo, agency: Dominion Sports Group) added 18 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Maitland moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Sydney C. and Inner WB. Hills H. lost fifth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Maitland will meet league's second-placed Norths B. in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Hills H. will play against Manly Warr. (#5) in Narrabeen and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Maitland M.: W.Cranston-Lown 19+4reb+5ast, B.Parsons 19+8reb+2ast, S.Reyne 16+1reb+2ast, D.Millburn 12+3reb+1ast, J.Beavis 11+2reb, M.Cherry 9+9reb+6ast
Hills H.: S.Stewart 22+7reb+4ast, M.Payne 18+5reb+1ast, C.Edward 10+10reb+1ast, F.Jacob 9+2reb+1ast, B.Williams 8+3reb, M.Liam 7+1ast

Newcastle F. - Illawarra H. 2 69-94

Everything went according to plan in Broadmeadow where third ranked Hawks (9-1) outscored 13th ranked Falcons (2-7) 94-69 on Saturday. Illawarra H. 2 made 23-of-27 free shots (85.2 percent) during the game, while Newcastle F. only scored four points from the stripe. They outrebounded Newcastle F. 42-30 including 31 on the defensive glass. Illawarra H. 2 looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Newcastle F.'s players. The former international swingman Todd Blanchfield (198-1991) fired a double-double by scoring 25 points and 13 rebounds for the winners. American guard Mohamed Kone (188-1998, college: Bemidji St.) chipped in 26 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Hawks players scored in double figures. American Mandrell Worthy (191-1996, college: Azusa Pacific, agency: Starting 5) produced 21 points and 5 rebounds and naturalized British forward Ryan Beisty (200-1995, college: Regis Univ.) added 9 points and 11 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Hawks have an impressive seven-game winning streak. Illawarra H. 2 keeps a position of league leader, which they share with Forestville E. and Sturt S. Loser Falcons keeps the thirteenth place with seven games lost. Illawarra H. 2 will meet Albury W.B. (#16) on the road in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Newcastle F. will play against the league's leader BA CoE in Canberra and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Illawarra H. 2: K.Mohamed 26+7reb+4ast, B.Todd 25+13reb, M.Matthew 12+8reb+9ast, P.Mason 12+7reb+1ast, J.Kami 7+3ast, A.Langford 5
Newcastle F.: M.Worthy 21+5reb, E.Cato 15+5reb+1ast, M.Matur 10+3reb+2ast, R.Beisty 9+11reb+1ast, G.Jaidyn 6+3reb+2ast, C.Woods 4

Sutherland S. - Cent.Coast C. 99-104

There was a minor upset in Sutherland where their close opponent Sharks (3-5) were defeated by tenth ranked Crusaders (5-7) 104-99 on Saturday. Cent.Coast C. made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. American forward Garric Young (198-1998, college: CSU-Pueblo) fired 28 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Guard Luke Cassidy (-2000) chipped in 14 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists. Naturalized British center Jason Spurgin (211-2001, college: BGSU) produced a double-double by scoring 24 points and 11 rebounds and guard Harrison Raynor (188, college: Lake Region) added 23 points (made all of his eight free throws) respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Cent.Coast C. moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Bendigo and Ringwood. Loser Sharks dropped to the eleventh position with five games lost. Cent.Coast C. will meet at home higher ranked Canberra G. (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Sutherland will play against Sydney C. (#7) in Alexandria and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cent.Coast C.: Y.Garric 28+7reb+1ast, T.Akamarmoi 16+8reb+1ast, L.Cassidy 14+8reb+8ast, A.Redhead 12+9reb+2ast, H.Gunderson 12+4reb+1ast, M.Matur 9+10reb+3ast
Sutherland S.: S.Jason 24+11reb+2ast, R.Harrison 23+3reb, C.Adrian 14+2reb+2ast, M.Bailey 12+5reb+2ast, L.Hutchison 11+1reb+6ast, J.Luke 6+12reb+1ast

Norths B. - BA CoE 61-87

There was a small surprise in Crows Nest where third ranked Excellence (10-1) outleveled top-ranked Norths Bears (10-2) 87-61 on Saturday. It was a key game for the top position in the league. BA CoE dominated down low during the game scoring 52 of its points in the paint compared to Norths Bears's 22 and made 20-of-26 free shots (76.9 percent) during the game. Forward Ajak Nyuon (209-2007) fired a double-double by scoring 25 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Forward Jai Faale (195-2008) chipped in 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Forward Lachlan Bofinger (201-2001, college: St.Mary's, TX, agency: Dominion Sports Group) produced a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds and guard Ignatius Mitchell (185-2003) added 9 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Excellence have an impressive six-game winning streak. BA CoE keeps a position of league leader. Loser Norths Bears dropped to the second place with two games lost. BA CoE will meet at home Newcastle F. (#13) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Norths B. will play against Maitland (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: N.Ajak 25+11reb, J.Faale 20+7reb+4ast, A.Dickeson 17+9reb+2ast, L.Paul 7+4reb+6ast, J.Mach 6+2reb, I.Riddle 5+3reb
Norths B.: L.Bofinger 17+10reb, W.Lo Buluk 11+3reb, M.Ignatius 9+10reb+4ast, M.Robert 6, H.Bailey 6+1reb+1ast, W.Matthew 5+2reb+1ast

Canberra G. - HKBA Spiders 63-73

Very important is a home loss of second ranked Canberra G. (8-1) against fourteenth ranked Spiders (2-9) on Saturday night. Host Canberra G. was defeated by Spiders in Canberra 73-63. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of Canberra G.. HKBA Spiders dominated down low during the game scoring 48 of its points in the paint compared to Canberra G.'s 26. HKBA Spiders had a 41-30 advantage in offensive rebounds. International guard William Hickey (194-1999) fired a double-double by scoring 17 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists for the winners. Forward Daniel Titus (203-2000, college: Coppin St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. Center Glenn Morison (208-1999, college: St.Edward's) produced a double-double by scoring 12 points and 12 rebounds and forward William Mayfield (196-2000) added 9 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals respectively for lost side. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. HKBA Spiders maintains fourteenth position with 2-9 record. Loser Canberra G. dropped to the fourth place with one game lost. HKBA Spiders will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Canberra G. will play against Cent.Coast C. (#9) in Terrigal and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
HKBA Spiders: A.Sidhu 18+5reb+2ast, H.William 17+8reb+10ast, D.Titus 17+11reb+4ast, E.Docker 8+2reb, B.Martez 6+10reb, J.Smyth 5+2reb+1ast
Canberra G.: M.Glenn 12+12reb, T.James 12+3reb+2ast, M.William 9+7reb+5ast, R.William 7+1reb, D.Hoskins Jr. 6+2reb+4ast, B.Edward 4+1reb

Sydney C. - Albury W.B. 85-68

Very expected game in Alexandria where 16th ranked Bandits (1-10) were defeated by seventh ranked Sydney City Comets (6-5) 85-68 on Saturday. American Akil Douglas (208-1994, college: Clark Atlanta) fired 15 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Naturalized British forward Obiri Kyei (206-1994, college: Eckerd) chipped in 14 points and 7 rebounds. Guard Lochlan Cummings (189-1995, college: HIU) produced 13 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and American forward Kevion Blaylock (198-1994, college: William Penn) added 18 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Sydney C. moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Maitland and Inner WB. Albury W.B. lost tenth consecutive game. They dropped to the fourteenth position with ten games lost. They share it with SW Slammers. Sydney C. will meet at home Sutherland (#11) in the next round where they are favorite. Albury W.B. will play against Illawarra H. 2 and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Sydney C.: D.Akil 15+5reb+3ast, K.Obiri 14+7reb+2ast, B.Ahmed 10+1reb+2ast, V.Foketi 10+1reb+1ast, J.Crnogorac 9+8reb+3ast, K.Browne 7+2reb+4ast
Albury W.B.: K.Blaylock 18+5reb, C.Cook 15+4reb+2ast, L.Cummings 13+6reb+4ast, W.Samuel 9+8reb+2ast, M.Majok 4+5reb+2ast, H.Mateo 3+1ast

Group North

SC Phoenix - Ipswich F. 123-88

The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Phoenix's (4-2) home victory over 8th ranked Force (2-4) 123-88 on Sunday. SC Phoenix shot the lights out from three sinking 19 long-distance shots on high 55.9 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. Guard Darnell Robateau (185-1997, college: PLNU) fired 20 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Guard Erik Kafritsas (195-2002) chipped in 18 points. Forward Lachlan Anderson (206-1997, college: EKU) produced 17 points and forward Merrick Small (208-2002, college: St.Francis, IL) added 12 points and 11 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. SC Phoenix moved-up to fifth place. Loser Force keeps the eighth position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. SC Phoenix will meet at home higher ranked Logan T. (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Ipswich F. will play against SW Metro P. (#13) in Runcorn and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
SC Phoenix: D.Robateau 20+6reb+5ast, K.Erik 18+4reb+3ast, J.Robateau 18+3reb+3ast, D.Ross-Paiwan 14+3reb+6ast, L.Switzer 13+3reb, R.Earnest 12+3reb+5ast
Ipswich F.: L.Anderson 17+4reb+3ast, L.Patterson 13+1reb, S.Merrick 12+11reb+1ast, M.William 11+3reb+6ast, P.Mitchell 9+3reb, R.Jason 7+3reb+1ast

NGC Seahawks - Rockhampton R. 78-104

Everything could happen in Runaway Bay at the game between two tied teams. Both twelfth ranked Rockets and 11th ranked Seahawks had identical 1-4 record. But Seahawks were not able to use a home court advantage and were rolled over by the opponent from Rockhampton 104-78 on Sunday night. Rockhampton looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Jack Tweedy fired 37 points (!!!) and 6 assists for the winners. American forward Jalen Graham (206-2001, college: Arkansas) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. New Zealand forward Sean Murphy (198-2002, college: LCU) produced a double-double by scoring 23 points and 14 rebounds and Jasraj Gill added 16 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Rockhampton (2-4) moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Seahawks dropped to the twelfth position with five games lost. Rockhampton will meet at home Northside W. (#11) in the next round. NGC Seahawks will play against Logan T. in Loganholme and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Rockhampton R.: J.Tweedy 37+2reb+6ast, G.Jalen 17+10reb+6ast, M.Junior 15+2reb+4ast, B.Huff 11+1reb, W.Tre 9+15reb+3ast, A.Isaac 8+3reb+5ast
NGC Seahawks: M.Sean 23+14reb+3ast, G.Jasraj 16+2reb+3ast, O.Isaiah 10+5reb, A.Zahn 9+3reb+1ast, R.Cole 8+6reb+2ast, D.Zachery 4+2reb+4ast

Cairns M. - Mackay M. 110-83

Everything went according to plan in Cairns where top-ranked Marlins (6-0) outscored 5th ranked Meteors (4-4) 110-83 on Saturday. Cairns M. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Naturalized New Zealand power forward Luca Yates (208-2004, college: Barry) fired a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. The former international swingman Kody Stattmann (202-2000, college: Virginia) chipped in 24 points and 5 rebounds. American guard Jerron Jamerson (194-1992, college: Goshen) produced 19 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and Jalen Johnson added 15 points and 7 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Cairns M. and four Mackay 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. Marlins have an impressive six-game winning streak. Cairns M. keeps a position of league leader. Loser Meteors dropped to the sixth place with four games lost. They share the position with SD Spartans. Cairns M. will meet at home league's second-placed Gold Coast R. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Mackay will play against Northside W. (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Cairns M.: K.Stattmann 24+5reb+3ast, L.Yates 23+10reb+2ast, A.Doyle 19+9reb+3ast, K.McDowell-White 11+5reb+11ast, L.Kyle 11+2reb+1ast, K.Stattmann 10+4reb+2ast
Mackay M.: J.Jerron 19+9reb+5ast, J.Jalen 15+7reb+1ast, S.Kobey 12+6reb, O.Justin 10+3reb+1ast, M.Kye 9+5reb+1ast, D.Haan Khobie 7+3reb+3ast

SW Metro P. - NGC Seahawks 82-95

Everything could happen in Runcorn at the game between two tied teams. Both eleventh ranked Seahawks and bottom-ranked South West Metro Pirates had identical 0-5 record. But South West Metro Pirates were not able to use a home court advantage and were defeated by the opponent from Runaway Bay 95-82 on Saturday night. NGC Seahawks looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. New Zealand forward Sean Murphy (198-2002, college: LCU) fired 25 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Guard Zachery Dunmore (-2000) chipped in 16 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. American forward Dominique Keyes (203, college: Edinboro, agency: Dominion Sports Group) produced 13 points and 9 rebounds and American-Nigerian power forward Oliver Amajoyi (201-1996, college: Jessup, agency: Dominion Sports Group) added 18 points respectively for lost side. Four SW Metro P. players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Despite that victory Seahawks went down to twelfth position due to points difference. It was SW Metro P.'s sixth loss in a row. They still close the standings with six games lost. NGC Seahawks will meet higher ranked Logan T. (#4) in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. SW Metro P. will play against Brisbane C. (#3) having rather not much hope for a victory.
Top scorers:
NGC Seahawks: S.Murphy 25+5reb+2ast, Z.Dunmore 16+7reb+6ast, C.Winks 14+2reb+1ast, C.Ross 10+4reb+1ast, I.Oste-Pinder 9+4reb, J.Gill 9+6reb+2ast
SW Metro P.: O.Amajoyi 18+3reb+1ast, D.Keyes 13+9reb+2ast, E.Brandon 10+3reb+4ast, M.Darryl 10+4reb+6ast, B.Jai 9+1reb+3ast, D.Louis 9+1reb+4ast

Gold Coast R. - Rockhampton R. 130-94

No shocking result in a game in Gold Coast where second ranked Rollers (6-1) outleveled 12th ranked Rockets (2-4) 130-94 on Saturday. Gold Coast R. shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 60.7 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 39 assists comparing to just 19 passes made by Rockhampton's players. Guard Preston Le Gassick (185-2003, college: PBA) fired 25 points, 5 rebounds, 21 assists and 6 steals for the winners. Forward Jensen Bradtke (208-2004, college: Montana) chipped in a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds. American forward Jalen Graham (206-2001, college: Arkansas) produced a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and his fellow American import forward Tre Williams (203-2000, college: Duquesne) added 18 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Gold Coast R. and four Rockhampton 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. Rollers have an impressive six-game winning streak. Gold Coast R. maintains second position with 6-1 record having seven points less than leader BA CoE. Loser Rockets dropped to the eighth place with four games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Gold Coast R. will meet Townsville H. (#8) in the next round where they are favorite. Rockhampton will play against Northside W. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Gold Coast R.: J.Bradtke 36+10reb+1ast, G.Le 25+5reb+21ast, J.Whitt 23+7reb+3ast, B.Mazlin 19+2reb+7ast, B.Mcgregor 12+8reb+3ast, R.Oberman 6+4reb
Rockhampton R.: J.Graham 22+10reb+5ast, I.Ayoubi 20+2reb+2ast, T.Williams 18+9reb+1ast, T.Keahn 15+6reb+1ast, J.Madut 8+6reb+5ast, R.Hayden 6+1reb

Northside W. - SD Spartans 101-92

There was an upset in Taigum where higher ranked Spartans (4-4) were defeated by eleventh ranked Wizards (2-4) 101-92 on Saturday. Northside W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by SD Spartans' players. American guard Durrell McDonald (188-1994, college: Mercyhurst) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points, 6 rebounds and 11 assists for the winners. Forward Jed Richardson (-2003) chipped in a double-double by scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds. Four Wizards players scored in double figures. point guard Tamuri Wigness (184-2002) produced 37 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Isaih Tueta (187-1991) added 16 points respectively for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Northside W. moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Spartans dropped to the sixth position with four games lost. They share it with Mackay. Northside W. will meet higher ranked Mackay (#7) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. SD Spartans will play against SC Phoenix and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Northside W.: D.Quintin 24+2reb+2ast, R.Jed 23+10reb+2ast, W.Tyler 22+3reb+5ast, M.Durrell 22+6reb+11ast, I.Jorgenson 6+2reb+2ast, T.Warren 2+5reb
SD Spartans: W.Tamuri 37+6reb+4ast, I.Tueta 16+2reb+2ast, T.Baxter Jr. 10+5reb, M.Kerle 9+2reb+1ast, B.Griffin 8+7reb, T.Cameron 4+4reb+2ast

Townsville H. - Mackay M. 89-92

Rather predictable result in Hermit Park where fifth ranked Meteors (4-4) edged 9th ranked Townsville Heat (2-4) 92-89 on Friday. Mackay outrebounded Townsville H. 52-38 including 40 on the defensive glass. Guard Justin Ochaya (-2003) fired a double-double by scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Forward Cameron Goldfinch (201-1999, college: Newman) chipped in 17 points. Four Meteors players scored in double figures. Swingman Richard Peachey (201-2003, college: Umpqua CC) produced a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds and American guard Steven Richardson (201-2001, college: MSUB) added 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Despite that victory Mackay went down to sixth position due to points difference, which they share with SD Spartans. Loser Townsville Heat dropped to the eighth place with four games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Mackay will meet at home Northside W. (#11) in the next round where they are favorite. Townsville H. will play against the league's second-placed Gold Coast R. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mackay M.: J.Ochaya 19+10reb+3ast, G.Cameron 17+4reb+3ast, J.Johnson 16+8reb, J.Jamerson 16+4reb+4ast, K.Sager 8+10reb+2ast, D.Emelifeonwu 7+4reb+2ast
Townsville H.: P.Richard 36+10reb+2ast, S.Richardson 21+7reb+4ast, B.Ethan 19+3reb+7ast, N.Max 6+3reb+1ast, C.Joshua 3+3reb, W.Jalen 2+1reb

Brisbane C. - Northside W. 100-88

Not a big story in a game in Brisbane where 11th ranked Wizards (2-4) were defeated by fourth ranked Capitals (5-3) 100-88 on Friday. Brisbane C. made 20-of-22 free shots (90.9 percent) during the game. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 13 passes made by Northside W.'s players. Forward Jarred Bairstow (201-1992, college: UCO) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists for the winners. Power forward Geordan Papacostas (199-2004) chipped in 17 points and 5 rebounds. American guard Tyler Williams (196-1996, college: San Diego) produced 26 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists and his fellow American import forward Quintin Dove (197-1998, college: UT Martin) added 26 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Brisbane C. moved-up to third place. Loser Wizards dropped to the eighth position with four games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Brisbane C. will meet at home SW Metro P. (#13) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Northside W. will play against Mackay (#7) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Brisbane C.: B.Jarred 21+11reb+5ast, T.Brendan 17+3reb+4ast, G.Papacostas 17+5reb+3ast, C.Reath 14+1reb+2ast, K.Bloom 8+3reb+2ast, E.Taafe 6+3reb+2ast
Northside W.: Q.Dove 26+8reb+2ast, T.Williams 26+9reb+5ast, D.McDonald 13+3reb+2ast, J.Richardson 10+7reb+3ast, A.Jeremiah 4+1reb, W.Tyson 3+1reb

Group South

Waverley F. - Geelong U. 88-99

There was a surprise result in Mount Waverley where seventeenth ranked United (3-9) beat higher ranked Falcons (5-6) 99-88 on Sunday. Geelong U. made 20-of-25 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. American guard Demarcus Gatlin (193-1992, college: SHSU) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. point guard Liam Herbert (182-2001) chipped in 19 points. Guard Gabe Hadley (193-1998) produced 25 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Malik Meunier (185-1999) added 12 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Five Geelong U. and four Waverley F. players scored in double figures. Falcons' coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Geelong U. maintains seventeenth position with 3-9 record. Loser Falcons dropped to the seventh place with six games lost. They share the position with Perry Lakes H. and East Perth E.. Geelong U. will meet Ballarat M. (#19) in the next round. Waverley F. will play against Bendigo (#13) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Geelong U.: G.Demarcus 21+13reb+6ast, L.Herbert 19+4reb+3ast, L.Barker 18+5reb+2ast, R.Deng 14+7reb+1ast, H.Malik 12+5reb, M.Athian 5+3reb
Waverley F.: H.Gabe 25+8reb+6ast, M.McCarthy 16+5reb+1ast, M.Malik 12+7reb+5ast, A.Jordan 11+4reb, M.Mawot 9+2reb+1ast, B.Lewis 6+2reb+2ast

Frankston B. - Northern Force 96-85

There was no surprise in Seaford where 18th ranked Northern Force (2-11) was defeated by seventh ranked Blues (8-5) 96-85 on Sunday. Frankston B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Guard Thomas Garrett (188-2000, college: MSU Denver) fired a double-double by scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. American Dibaji Walker (206-1999, college: App State) chipped in 22 points and 6 rebounds. The former international guard Kye Savage (186-2005) produced 31 points and Vincent DeAngelo added 17 points and 7 assists respectively for lost side. Frankston B. moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Dandenong R. Northern Force lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eighteenth position with 11 games lost. Frankston B. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Northern Force will play against Hobart C. (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: T.Garrett 31+10reb+1ast, W.Dibaji 22+6reb, S.Jack 14+5reb+4ast, H.Peirce 8+4reb+3ast, S.Austin 7+7reb+4ast, C.Hastings 6+2ast
Northern Force: K.Savage 31+3reb+2ast, D.Vincent 17+3reb+7ast, B.Cameron 15+3reb+1ast, M.Jack 9+4reb+1ast, G.Logan 8+10reb, C.Paul 3+7reb+1ast

Sandringham S. - Kilsyth C. 110-64

There was a surprise result in Cheltenham where tenth ranked Sabres (7-5) outleveled higher ranked Cobras (7-5) 110-64 on Sunday. Sandringham S. outrebounded Kilsyth C. 49-31 including a 41-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. Sandringham S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Kilsyth C.'s players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Sandringham S. made 10 blocks. The former international forward Kyle Bowen (203-2000, college: SMC) fired a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists for the winners. The former international guard Kyle Adnam (186-1993) chipped in 20 points and 6 assists. American forward Chris Payton (203-2000, college: Kent St.) produced 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and his fellow American import guard Malik McKinney (190, college: West Liberty) added 10 points respectively for lost side. Five Sandringham S. and four Kilsyth C. players scored in double figures. Cobras' coach already knew that his team would not have a big chance, so allowed to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Sabres have a solid three-game winning streak. Sandringham S. moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams including defeated Kilsyth C.. Sandringham S. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kilsyth C. will play against Knox R. (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: M.Machar 24+3reb+2ast, K.Kitto 20+3reb+3ast, K.Adnam 20+3reb+6ast, B.Kyle 17+11reb+8ast, E.Brown 10+8reb+6ast, C.Asuncion-Byrd 9+2reb+1ast
Kilsyth C.: C.Payton 12+9reb+4ast, H.Isaiah 10+1reb+3ast, J.Ahale 10+3reb, M.McKinney 10+4reb+3ast, V.Vorm Lachie 8+4reb+2ast, M.Hamish 6+5reb+1ast

Diamond V.E. - Bendigo B. 90-75

There was a minor upset in Greensborough where 13th ranked Braves (5-7) were defeated by sixteenth ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (4-8) 90-75 on Sunday. Diamond V.E. shot the lights out from three sinking 18 long-distance shots on high 58.1 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by Bendigo's players. Swingman Ryley Haywood (194-2004) fired 22 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. American guard Xavier Bledson (198-1999, college: Indiana St.) chipped in 23 points. Four Diamond Valley Eagles players scored in double figures. Guard Biwali Bayles (185-2002, college: Hawaii) produced 20 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists and American forward Jarvis Doles (203-1998, college: UMBC, agency: Crossover Management) added 20 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. Braves' coach rotated ten players saving starting five for next games. Diamond V.E. moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Lakeside L. Bendigo lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with seven games lost. They share it with Ringwood and Cent.Coast C.. Diamond V.E. will meet league's second-placed Eltham W. on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Bendigo will play against Waverley F. (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Diamond V.E.: B.Xavier 23+3reb+1ast, H.Ryley 22+5reb+3ast, N.Todd 21+3reb, M.Blackburn 12+6reb+3ast, D.Mirko 4+6reb+9ast, D.Poelsma 3+2reb+1ast
Bendigo B.: J.Doles 20+10reb, B.Bayles 20+5reb+6ast, T.Ray 10+3reb, S.Lachlan 8+2reb+1ast, S.Billy 8+2reb+1ast, A.Seth 3+1reb+1ast

Keilor T. - Dandenong R. 94-79

There was a surprise result in Melbourne where ninth ranked Thunder (7-5) defeated higher ranked Rangers (8-5) 94-79 on Sunday. Keilor T. outrebounded Dandenong R. 38-25 including 29 on the defensive glass. Keilor T. looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. South Sudanese guard Deng Dut (193-2001, college: DBU) fired 24 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners. Guard Tana Kopa (198-2002, college: Canisius) chipped in 25 points. Five Thunder players scored in double figures. Thunder's coach used a ten-player rotation saving starting five for next games. The former international center Harrison Froling (210-1998, college: Marquette) produced 34 points (!!!), 6 rebounds and 5 assists and American guard Michael Meadows Jr (188-1998, college: St.Louis) added 10 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Keilor T. moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Rangers dropped to the fifth position with five games lost. They share it with Frankston B.. Keilor T.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Melbourne to the arena Melbourne T..
Top scorers:
Keilor T.: K.Tana 25+3reb+2ast, D.Dut 24+7reb+9ast, M.Johns 13+4reb+6ast, L.Seaman 12+5reb+1ast, C.Kirkman 11+8reb+2ast, M.Mayoum 7+4reb+1ast
Dandenong R.: H.Froling 34+6reb+5ast, J.Kunen 11+5reb+1ast, M.Meadows Jr. 10+7reb+5ast, R.Rapp 8+3reb+1ast, B.Justin 6+2reb, D.Sam 6

Ballarat M. - Hobart C. 110-114

Not a big story in a game in Wendouree where 19th ranked Miners (1-11) were defeated by eleventh ranked Chargers (7-6) 114-110 on Sunday. Hobart C. dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Miners's 40 and made 28-of-29 free shots (96.6 percent) during the game. Hobart C. looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Forward Jacob Richards (200-2001) fired 45 points (!!!), 10 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. The former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-1992, college: Boise St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points, 8 rebounds and 14 assists. point guard Lachlan Dent (184-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 29 points and 10 assists and Canadian guard Jaden Campbell (195-2000, college: Samford) added 24 points and 5 rebounds respectively for lost side. Four Ballarat M. players scored in double figures. Hobart C. maintains eleventh position with 7-6 record. Ballarat M. lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the nineteenth place with 11 games lost. Hobart C. will meet Northern Force (#18) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Ballarat M. will play against Geelong U. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Hobart C.: J.Richards 45+10reb+4ast, L.Rosendale 22+3reb+2ast, D.Anthony 17+8reb+14ast, J.Chilcott 9+2reb+2ast, P.Nick 8+6reb+1ast, N.Clarke 8+1reb+1ast
Ballarat M.: L.Dent 29+4reb+10ast, J.Campbell 24+5reb+1ast, H.William 18+1reb+2ast, B.Lucas 15+7reb+2ast, F.Ethan 8+4reb+1ast, B.Bol 8+5reb+4ast

Mt.Gambier - Casey C. 85-109

Everything went according to plan in Mt Gambier where ninth ranked Cavaliers (7-5) outscored 14th ranked Pioneers (5-8) 109-85 on Saturday. Casey shot the lights out from three sinking 16 long-distance shots on high 55.2 percentage. The former international guard Tanner Krebs (198-1996, college: SMC) fired 44 points (!!!) and 8 rebounds for the winners. The former international point guard Jesse Ghee (183-1995, college: Fullerton JC) chipped in 34 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds. American power forward Lucas Gordon (206-2004, college: Redlands, agency: 0z Sports Agency) produced a double-double by scoring 14 points and 14 rebounds and the former international guard Alexander Mudronja (196-1999, college: SMC) added 21 points respectively for lost side. Pioneers' coach already knew that his team would not have a big chance, so allowed to play twelve players seeing no chance for a win. Cavaliers have a solid three-game winning streak. Casey moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Pioneers dropped to the fifteenth position with eight games lost. Casey will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Mt.Gambier will play against Ringwood (#14) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Casey C.: K.Tanner 44+8reb+1ast, G.Jesse 34+5reb, B.Preston 18+9reb+7ast, Y.Gai 4+6reb+1ast, D.Ibrahima 4+7reb+1ast, T.Andre 3+2reb+4ast
Mt.Gambier: M.Alexander 21+1reb+3ast, C.Moore 16+4reb+3ast, L.Gordon 14+14reb, M.Micale 8, T.Robinson 8+10reb+3ast, M.Ngor 6+7reb

Ringwood H. - Ballarat M. 93-91

There was no surprise in Heathmont where 19th ranked Miners (1-11) were edged by fifteenth ranked Ringwood Hawks (5-7) 93-91 on Saturday. However just two-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. American guard Jonathan Lawton (188-1996, college: FSC) fired 23 points and 7 assists for the winners. Forward Lawson Eales (197-1999) chipped in 16 points and 9 rebounds. Lawton is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. point guard Lachlan Dent (184-2000) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points, 5 rebounds and 13 assists and guard William Hynes (190-2002, college: Chowan) added 23 points respectively for lost side. Five Ringwood and four Ballarat M. players scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players in such tough game. Ringwood moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Bendigo and Cent.Coast C. Ballarat M. lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the nineteenth position with 11 games lost. Ringwood will meet Mt.Gambier (#15) in the next round where they are favorite. Ballarat M. will play against Geelong U. (#17) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Ringwood H.: L.Jonathan 23+2reb+7ast, L.Eales 16+9reb+3ast, H.Sealey 15+4reb+6ast, T.Carroll 13+6reb+2ast, D.Uche 12+3reb+1ast, M.Dielemans 5+1reb
Ballarat M.: H.William 23+4reb+3ast, J.Campbell 21+1reb+1ast, L.Dent 16+5reb+13ast, B.Bol 10+5reb+2ast, F.Ethan 6+5reb+1ast, N.Yak 5+13reb

Eltham W. - Hobart C. 108-65

No shocking result in a game in Eltham where fourth ranked Wildcats (9-3) outleveled 11th ranked Chargers (7-6) 108-65 on Saturday. Eltham W. dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Chargers's 32. Eltham W. looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists. Brazilian forward Leonardo Colimerio (201-2001, college: Queens, NC) fired 20 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. The former international guard Mitchell McCarron (189-1992, college: MSU Denver) chipped in 15 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Wildcats players scored in double figures. Guard Luke Rosendale (194-2001) produced 17 points and the former international swingman Anthony Drmic (198-1992, college: Boise St.) added 13 points respectively for lost side. Eltham W. moved-up to second place. Loser Chargers keeps the eleventh position with six games lost. Eltham W. will meet at home Diamond V.E. (#16) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Hobart C. will play against Northern Force (#18) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Eltham W.: C.Leonardo 20+6reb+2ast, H.Hornery 17+3reb+2ast, W.T.J. 16+3reb+4ast, Z.Cunningham 15+8reb+3ast, M.Mitchell 15+6reb+5ast, S.Short 8+7reb+6ast
Hobart C.: R.Luke 17+1reb+2ast, A.Drmic 13+3reb+2ast, R.Jacob 7+5reb+6ast, C.Joe 7+4reb+3ast, N.Paul 7+6reb, C.Noah 7+2reb

Bendigo B. - Frankston B. 77-87

Very expected game in Bendigo where 13th ranked Braves (5-7) were defeated by seventh ranked Blues (8-5) 87-77 on Saturday. Frankston B. made 20-of-24 free shots (83.3 percent) during the game, while Bendigo only scored four points from the stripe. American Dibaji Walker (206-1999, college: App State) fired 34 points (!!!) and 9 rebounds for the winners. Guard Austin Shelley (190-2002, college: WTAM) chipped in 31 points. American forward Jarvis Doles (203-1998, college: UMBC, agency: Crossover Management) produced 36 points (!!!) and 7 rebounds and guard Biwali Bayles (185-2002, college: Hawaii) added 16 points, 7 rebounds and 11 assists respectively for lost side. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Frankston B. moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Dandenong R. Bendigo lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the ninth position with seven games lost. They share it with Ringwood and Cent.Coast C.. Frankston B. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Bendigo will play against Waverley F. (#12) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Frankston B.: W.Dibaji 34+9reb+2ast, S.Austin 31+1reb+2ast, S.Jack 9+3reb+3ast, H.Peirce 9+3reb+1ast, V.Monaghan 2+1reb, L.Barker 2+6reb+5ast
Bendigo B.: J.Doles 36+7reb, B.Bayles 16+7reb+11ast, A.Seth 6+3reb+1ast, M.Dylan 6+1reb+1ast, W.Dashiel 3+1ast, L.Jake 2+1reb

Dandenong R. - Knox R. 102-87

There was a small surprise in Dandenong where fourth ranked Rangers (8-5) defeated much higher ranked Raiders (8-4) 102-87 on Saturday. The former international center Harrison Froling (210-1998, college: Marquette) fired 34 points (!!!), 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Guard Ryan Rapp (196, college: Hawaii) chipped in 22 points and 5 rebounds. American forward Trazarien White (198, college: TCU) produced 30 points and 6 rebounds and forward Kobe Williamson (203-2001, college: Seattle) added 21 points and 13 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Rangers have a solid three-game winning streak. Despite that victory Dandenong R. went down to fifth position due to points difference, which they share with Frankston B. Loser Raiders dropped to the third place with four games lost. They share the position with Nunawading S.. Dandenong R. will meet higher ranked Nunawading S. (#4) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Knox R. will play against Kilsyth C. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Dandenong R.: F.Harrison 34+9reb+4ast, S.Davidson 23+4reb+1ast, R.Ryan 22+5reb+2ast, K.Joshua 13+6reb+2ast, M.Michael 5+3reb+5ast, J.Bieker 5+2reb+3ast
Knox R.: T.White 30+6reb+2ast, K.Williamson 21+13reb+2ast, B.Nunn 16+3reb+2ast, D.Acuoth 14+10reb+1ast, D.Tad 4+4reb+5ast, S.Henry 2+2reb+1ast

Nunawading S. - Sandringham S. 95-105

There was an upset in East Burwood where higher ranked Spectres (8-4) were defeated by tenth ranked Sabres (7-5) 105-95 on Saturday. Sandringham S. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The former international guard Kyle Adnam (186-1993) fired 23 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists (made all of his seven free throws) for the winners. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Malith Machar (203-1999, college: Midland CC) chipped in 26 points and 5 rebounds. Sabres' coach used a ten-player rotation saving starting five for next games. Swingman Christian DAngelo (191-2003) produced 29 points and 4 assists and American forward Owen Lobsinger (206-2002, college: W.Michigan, agency: One Motive Sports) added 25 points and 10 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Sabres have a solid three-game winning streak. Sandringham S. moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Spectres keeps the third position with four games lost. They share it with Knox R.. Sandringham S. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Nunawading S. will play against Dandenong R. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: M.Machar 26+5reb+1ast, K.Adnam 23+5reb+7ast, I.Shea 20+1reb+3ast, B.Kyle 15+9reb+4ast, C.Asuncion-Byrd 8+1reb+2ast, E.Brown 4+1reb+1ast
Nunawading S.: D.Christian 29+3reb+4ast, O.Lobsinger 25+10reb+1ast, G.Benjamin 16+12reb+1ast, D.Penn 15+2reb+4ast, B.Daniel 5+2reb, B.Kingsley 3+5reb+3ast

Kilsyth C. - Melbourne T. 83-95

Everything went according to plan in Kilsyth where first ranked Tigers (9-2) beat 6th ranked Cobras (7-5) 95-83 on Saturday. Melbourne T. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Forward Jack Purchase (203-1995, college: Hawaii) fired 27 points and 4 assists for the winners. The former international guard Tom Wilson (195-1997, college: SMU) chipped in 21 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. American forward Chris Payton (203-2000, college: Kent St.) produced a double-double by scoring 20 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Jamie Ahale (196-1999, college: UIC) added 21 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Cobras' coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Tigers have a solid four-game winning streak. Melbourne T. maintains first position with 9-2 record, which they share with Rockingham F. Loser Cobras dropped to the seventh place with five games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Melbourne T.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Melbourne Keilor T..
Top scorers:
Melbourne T.: P.Jack 27+3reb+4ast, W.Tom 21+7reb+4ast, W.Amos 20+8reb+2ast, B.George 11+9reb+5ast, M.Gaze 7+8reb+2ast, S.Joshua 6+1reb+2ast
Kilsyth C.: J.Ahale 21+9reb+3ast, C.Payton 20+11reb+4ast, T.Adrian 17+4reb+7ast, M.Hamish 11+8reb+2ast, V.Vorm Lachie 5+5reb+1ast, M.McKinney 4+2reb+3ast

Geelong U. - Northern Force 113-92

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 18th ranked Northern Force's (2-11) road loss to seventeenth ranked United (3-9) 92-113 on Saturday. Geelong U. shot the lights out from three sinking 17 long-distance shots on high 53.1 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. Guard Lachlan Barker (188-1996) fired a double-double by scoring 21 points, 10 assists and 4 steals for the winners. point guard Liam Herbert (182-2001) chipped in 18 points and 6 assists. United's coach felt very confident that he used entire bench saving starting five for next games. Logan Gibson produced a double-double by scoring 27 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists and the former international guard Kye Savage (186-2005) added 21 points respectively for lost side. Five Geelong U. and four Northern Force players scored in double figures. Geelong U. maintains seventeenth position with 3-9 record. Northern Force lost fifth consecutive game. They keep the eighteenth place with 11 games lost. Geelong U. will meet Ballarat M. (#19) in the next round. Northern Force will play against Hobart C. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Geelong U.: L.Barker 21+4reb+10ast, L.Herbert 18+2reb+6ast, G.Demarcus 14+3reb+7ast, M.Athian 13+4reb+1ast, R.Deng 13+7reb+1ast, H.Malik 12+3reb
Northern Force: G.Logan 27+12reb+4ast, K.Savage 21+4reb+3ast, D.Vincent 12+1reb+7ast, M.Jack 11+5reb, S.Jack 7+4reb+2ast, B.Cameron 6+5reb+5ast

Group West

Lakeside L. - Geraldton B. 100-102

No shocking result in a game in North Lake where fourth ranked Buccaneers (8-2) edged 10th ranked Lightning (4-8) 102-100 on Sunday. American swingman Devondrick Walker (194-1992, college: ETAMU) fired 30 points and 6 rebounds for the winners. The other American import forward Joshua Keyes (201-1995, college: Muskingum) chipped in 20 points and 9 rebounds. Worth to mention Keyes played also at Eurobasket Summer League, which helped get the job in pro basketball. Forward Joshua Davey (198-2000, college: LCU) produced 23 points, 21 rebounds and 4 assists and American forward Michael Imariagbe (201-2002, college: Wright St.) added 20 points and 8 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Geraldton B. and four Lakeside L. players scored in double figures. Lightning's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Buccaneers have an impressive five-game winning streak. Geraldton B. moved-up to second place, which they share with S.Adelaide P. Loser Lightning keeps the tenth position with eight games lost. They share it with Diamond V.E.. Geraldton B. will meet at home Goldfields G. (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Lakeside L. will play against the league's leader Rockingham F. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Geraldton B.: W.Devondrick 30+6reb+2ast, K.Joshua 20+9reb+3ast, L.Hunt 14+10reb+4ast, C.Cooper 14+9reb+1ast, J.Williams 10+1reb+7ast, B.Redhead 9+2reb+1ast
Lakeside L.: D.Joshua 23+21reb+4ast, M.Imariagbe 20+8reb+3ast, C.Shervill 19+4reb+6ast, P.Liam 15+2reb+4ast, S.Yahui 9+4reb+5ast, F.Ben 5+4reb+1ast

Goldfields G. - Kalamunda ES 79-76

There was an upset in Kalgoorlie where higher ranked Suns (7-3) were edged by thirteenth ranked Giants (3-7) 79-76 on Saturday. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Goldfields G. made 7 blocks. Power forward Lino Manhom (213-1998, college: UTPB) fired a double-double by scoring 22 points, 20 rebounds and 5 blocks for the winners. Swingman Joshua Duach (197-2003, college: Iona) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists. Giants' coach used a ten-player rotation in such tough game. Guard Marley Sam (180-2008) produced 22 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists and 4 steals and Hayden Price added 17 points and 12 rebounds respectively for lost side. Goldfields G. moved-up to seventh place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Suns dropped to the fifth position with three games lost. They share it with Cockburn. Goldfields G. will meet league's second-placed Geraldton B. in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Kalamunda ES will play against Perry Lakes H. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Goldfields G.: L.Manhom 22+20reb+3ast, D.Joshua 17+11reb+5ast, J.Michael 17+8reb+4ast, N.Shaw 9+1reb+1ast, J.Reid 6+2reb+2ast, J.Doel 5+3reb+1ast
Kalamunda ES: S.Marley 22+5reb+8ast, P.Hayden 17+12reb, S.Terrandus 16+8reb+2ast, M.Reece 8+5reb+5ast, L.Thomas 7+10reb+7ast, S.Seb 3+7reb

Rockingham F. - Warwick S. 100-68

Very predictable result in Rockingham where first ranked Flames (9-2) smashed 11th ranked Senators (3-8) 100-68 on Saturday. Rockingham F. outrebounded Warwick S. 47-25 including a 34-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Rockingham F. looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. Guard Michael Harris (193-1999) fired 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Guard Ryan Godfrey (188-1990, college: UWG) chipped in 21 points. Five Flames players scored in double figures. Guard Brody England (191-1999) produced 16 points and guard Jordan Sandon (-2004) added 11 points respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Flames have an impressive five-game winning streak. Rockingham F. maintains first position with 9-2 record, which they share with Melbourne T. Loser Senators dropped to the twelfth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Mandurah. Rockingham F. will meet Lakeside L. (#10) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Warwick S. will play against Mandurah and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: R.Godfrey 21+2reb, H.Michael 18+5reb+3ast, W.Isaac 13+2reb+3ast, B.Jones 11+7reb+3ast, N.Emmett 11+5reb+4ast, L.Maguire 6+7reb+2ast
Warwick S.: E.Brody 16+3reb+2ast, S.Jordan 11+3ast, T.Jay 8+1ast, S.Tyler 8+2reb+1ast, L.Buluk Kuron 7+3reb, S.Trey 7+1reb+1ast

Cockburn - Perry Lakes H. 111-94

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 7th ranked Hawks' (5-6) road loss to sixth ranked Cougars (7-3) 94-111 on Saturday. Cockburn made 25-of-29 free shots (86.2 percent) during the game. They also forced 23 Perry Lakes H. turnovers. Guard Johny Narkle (199-2001) fired 24 points, 5 assists and 5 steals for the winners. Guard Rowan Mackenzie (190-1999, college: LCU) chipped in 28 points (made all of his nine free throws !!!). Forward Cameron Huefner (203-2001, college: SHSU) produced 29 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and American guard Jack Browder (193-2004, college: C-N) added 29 points and 9 rebounds respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Cougars have an impressive six-game winning streak. Cockburn moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Kalamunda ES. Loser Hawks keeps the seventh position with six games lost. They share it with Waverley F. and East Perth E.. Cockburn will meet at home higher ranked Joondalup W. (#3) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Perry Lakes H. will play against Kalamunda ES (#6) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Cockburn: R.Mackenzie 28+2reb+2ast, J.Narkle 24+4reb+5ast, B.Joseph 20+7reb, S.Akeem 12+6reb+4ast, P.Nathan 6+1reb, J.Palelei 6+1reb
Perry Lakes H.: H.Cameron 29+9reb+4ast, B.Jack 29+9reb+2ast, G.Andreas 13+3reb+1ast, B.Maxwell 10+8reb+3ast, K.Jack 8, K.Darcy 3+5reb

SW Slammers - Lakeside L. 77-99

Everything went according to plan in Bunbury where tenth ranked Lightning (4-8) outscored 14th ranked Slammers (1-10) 99-77 on Saturday. Lakeside L. shot the lights out from three sinking 14 long-distance shots on high 51.9 percentage. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 29 assists comparing to just 12 passes made by SW Slammers' players. Americans were the main players on the court. Forward Michael Imariagbe (201-2002, college: Wright St.) fired 31 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Guard Isaiah Lewis (185-1997, college: RWU) chipped in 16 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Lightning players scored in double figures. Guard Philmon Gebrewhit (203-1998, college: NIU) produced 24 points and 6 rebounds and center Jhaylon Martinez (211-2001, college: Niagara) added 17 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Lakeside L. maintains tenth position with 4-8 record, which they share with Diamond V.E. SW Slammers lost tenth consecutive game. They keep the fourteenth place with ten games lost. They share the position with Albury W.B.. Lakeside L. will meet at home league's leader Rockingham F. in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. SW Slammers will play against Mandurah (#12) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Lakeside L.: I.Michael 31+6reb+6ast, S.Corey 18+4reb, L.Isaiah 16+5reb+4ast, J.Davey 10+10reb+3ast, Y.Sun 9+1reb+6ast, M.Garbellini 6+3reb+1ast
SW Slammers: P.Gebrewhit 24+6reb+2ast, J.Martinez 17+6reb, K.Pharell 9+1reb+3ast, W.Jordan 5+1reb+1ast, F.Jack 5+2reb, D.Craig 5+5reb+2ast

East Perth E. - Joondalup W. 87-99

There was no surprise in Morley where 8th ranked Eagles (5-6) were defeated by fourth ranked Wanneroo (8-3) 99-87 on Saturday. Joondalup W. dominated down low during the game scoring 66 of its points in the paint compared to Eagles's 40. Joondalup W. forced 19 East Perth E. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. American guard Sharif Black (185-1996, college: Bemidji St., agency: Crossover Management) fired 29 points for the winners. The other American import guard Taylor Young (190-1990, college: WPU) chipped in 20 points and 5 assists. The former international forward David Okwera (208-2002) produced a double-double by scoring 19 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and Jonah Antonio (196-1997, college: Wake Forest, agency: MSG) added 24 points respectively for lost side. Five Joondalup W. and four East Perth E. players scored in double figures. Eagles' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Wanneroo have a solid three-game winning streak. Joondalup W. moved-up to third place, which they share with Willetton T. and Manly Warr. East Perth E. lost fourth consecutive game. They dropped to the seventh position with six games lost. They share it with Perry Lakes H. and Waverley F.. Joondalup W. will meet Cockburn (#5) in the next round. East Perth E. will play against Perth R. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Joondalup W.: B.Sharif 29+4reb+2ast, T.Young 20+3reb+5ast, T.C.J. 12+8reb+4ast, C.Davis 11+6reb+5ast, V.Chadinha 10+3reb+3ast, J.Wellsteed 8+3reb+1ast
East Perth E.: J.Antonio 24+2reb+2ast, D.Okwera 19+10reb+4ast, L.Mayen 17+5reb+3ast, L.Roberts 11+6reb+1ast, I.Dimakopoulos 4, D.Parsons 4+10reb+6ast

Perth R. - Geraldton B. 89-112

No shocking result in a game in Northbridge where fourth ranked Buccaneers (8-2) outleveled 9th ranked Redbacks (4-6) 112-89 on Saturday. Geraldton B. made 20-of-20 free shots (100 percent !!!) during the game. They also forced 20 Perth R. turnovers. Geraldton B. looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists. American swingman Devondrick Walker (194-1992, college: ETAMU) fired 32 points and 7 assists for the winners. point guard Verle Williams Jr (180-1997) chipped in a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 assists and 4 steals. Luke Phillips (208-1999, college: ULM) produced 28 points and American guard Sean Conway (196-2000, college: St.John's) added 16 points and 4 assists respectively for lost side. Five Geraldton B. and four Perth R. players scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Buccaneers have an impressive five-game winning streak. Geraldton B. moved-up to second place, which they share with S.Adelaide P. Perth R. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with C.District L. and Norwood F.. Geraldton B. will meet at home Goldfields G. (#11) in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Perth R. will play against East Perth E. (#8) in Morley and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Geraldton B.: W.Devondrick 32+2reb+7ast, K.Joshua 20+5reb+4ast, J.Williams 18+4reb+11ast, L.Hunt 15+8reb+3ast, N.Matthew 13+2reb+1ast, C.Cooper 10+7reb+3ast
Perth R.: L.Phillips 28+4reb+1ast, S.Conway 16+3reb+4ast, F.Nicholas 13+6reb, N.Marshall 13+6ast, I.Etter 7+2ast, B.Joshua 6+3reb

Joondalup W. - Willetton T. 118-96

There was a minor upset in Joondalup where much higher ranked Tigers (8-3) were crushed by fourth ranked Wanneroo (8-3) 118-96 on Friday. Joondalup W. shot 60.8 percent from the field. They also forced 19 Willetton T. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 23 assists. American guard Taylor Young (190-1990, college: WPU) fired 23 points and 4 assists (on 9-of-11 shooting from the field) for the winners. Swingman Victor-Gabriel Chadinha (194-2003) chipped in 16 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Guard Damien Scott (192-1992) produced 16 points and 4 assists and American forward Taeshon Cherry (203-1999, college: Marian, IN, agency: Elevate Sports Alliance) added 12 points and 6 rebounds respectively for lost side. Five Joondalup W. and four Willetton T. 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. Wanneroo have a solid three-game winning streak. Joondalup W. moved-up to third place, which they share with Willetton T. and Manly Warr. Willetton T. lost third consecutive game. Joondalup W. will meet Cockburn (#5) in the next round. Willetton T. will play against Goldfields G. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Joondalup W.: T.Young 23+2reb+4ast, B.Sharif 22+4reb+2ast, T.C.J. 18+2reb+4ast, V.Chadinha 16+7reb+5ast, B.Geel 14+3reb, C.Davis 12+2reb+3ast
Willetton T.: S.Damien 16+4reb+4ast, G.Aaron 14+4reb, T.Cherry 12+6reb+2ast, O.Channing 11+1ast, M.Thomas 10+1reb+1ast, I.Timothy 8+3reb

Perry Lakes H. - East Perth E. 91-83

The game between closely ranked teams ended with seventh ranked Hawks' (5-6) home victory over 8th ranked Eagles (5-6) 91-83 on Friday. American guard Jack Browder (193-2004, college: C-N) fired 32 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Forward Cameron Huefner (203-2001, college: SHSU) chipped in a double-double by scoring 24 points and 13 rebounds. Naturalized South Sudanese forward Lat Mayen (206-1998, college: Nebraska) produced a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and American forward De'Sean Parsons (201-1995, college: Portland St.) added 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Eagles' coach rotated twelve players in this game, but that didn't help. Perry Lakes H. maintains seventh position with 5-6 record, which they share with Waverley F. and East Perth E. East Perth E. lost fourth consecutive game. Perry Lakes H. will meet higher ranked Kalamunda ES (#6) on the road in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. East Perth E. will play against Perth R. and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Perry Lakes H.: J.Browder 32+8reb+2ast, C.Huefner 24+13reb+1ast, M.Bucknell 12+9reb+4ast, A.Grubisa 8+1reb+1ast, J.Kingswood 5+2reb, I.Moses 5+1reb+6ast
East Perth E.: L.Mayen 16+10reb+2ast, D.Okwera 12+7reb+2ast, D.Parsons 12+8reb+5ast, L.Roberts 9+4reb, J.Antonio 8, M.Rice 7+1reb+1ast

Mandurah M. - Perth R. 106-105

There was an upset in Mandurah where higher ranked Redbacks (4-6) were edged by thirteenth ranked Magic (3-8) 106-105 on Friday. Mandurah looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American forward Michael Christmas (198, college: Longwood, agency: Players Group) fired 36 points (!!!) for the winners. Center Jock Perry (216-1997, college: UC Riverside) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points, 17 rebounds and 4 assists. American guard Sean Conway (196-2000, college: St.John's) produced 37 points (!!!) and 5 rebounds and Luke Phillips (208-1999, college: ULM) added 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists respectively for lost side. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Redbacks' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Mandurah moved-up to twelfth place, which they share with Warwick S. Perth R. lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the fifth position with six games lost. They share it with C.District L. and Norwood F.. Mandurah will meet Warwick S. (#13) in the next round. Perth R. will play against East Perth E. (#8) in Morley and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mandurah M.: C.Michael 36+4reb+2ast, D.Michael 28+1reb+6ast, P.Jock 19+17reb+4ast, L.Bertram 11+6reb+9ast, R.Blanchett 5+3reb+1ast, C.Miegel 3+4reb+3ast
Perth R.: S.Conway 37+5reb+2ast, L.Phillips 23+6reb+5ast, I.Etter 14+7ast, N.Marshall 11+3reb+2ast, B.Joshua 6+3reb+1ast, C.Malakye 6+2reb+2ast