NBL1 North Round 12 (Regular Season): Kalamunda ES defeat East Perth E. in the closest game of the week

Here is the last round review presented by LBM Management.

The most exciting game of round 12 in the NBL One took place in Morley. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of second-best Eagles (9-4) to eighth ranked Suns (4-9) 82-80 on Friday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the home team. Kalamunda ES looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Kalamunda ES made 8 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American power forward Trista Hull (188, college: Portland) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks and the other American import swingman Gabriella Bronson (178-1993, college: Parkside) who added 17 points and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was Danish swingman Sarah Mortensen (185-1997, college: Villanova) with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists. Despite that victory Kalamunda ES went down to tenth position due to points difference, which they share with 3 other teams. East Perth E. at the other side dropped to the third place with four games lost. They share the position with Warwick S.. Kalamunda ES is looking forward to face Perth R. (#11) in Northbridge in the next round. East Perth E. will play on the road against SW Slammers (#13) in Bunbury and is hoping to win this game.
Important game to mention about took place in Taigum. Sixth ranked Wizards (5-4) saved a 1-point victory at home edging 7th ranked Sunshine CP (4-5) 80-79 in the fight for the sixth place. The winners were led by forward Grace Ellis (183, college: CSU) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds and Nadeen Payne supported her with 18 points and 9 rebounds. Even a double-double of 26 points, 9 rebounds and 11 assists by American forward Erin Bollmann (180-1994, college: SEMO) did not help to save the game for SC Phoenix. Northside W. maintains sixth position with 5-4 record. SC Phoenix at the other side keeps the seventh place with five games lost. Northside W. will play against Ipswich F. (#12) in Booval in the next round where they are favorite. SC Phoenix will play on the road against SW Metro P. (#9) in Runcorn and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Very important is a home loss of third ranked Brisbane Spartans (7-3) against fifth ranked Flames (6-3) on Sunday night. Host Brisbane Spartans were crushed by Flames in Brisbane 104-69. The best player for the winners was Courtney Woods who had a triple-double by scoring 28 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Mikayla Cowling who recorded 23 points and 7 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Flames have a solid three-game winning streak. Townsville F. maintains fifth position with 6-3 record. Loser Brisbane Spartans dropped to the fourth place with three games lost. Townsville F. will meet at home NGC Seahawks (#8) in the next round. SD Spartans will play against Gold Coast R. (#11) and hope to secure a win.

There were no shocking results in the other games in round 12: BA CoE won against Canberra N. on the opponent's court 80-79. BA CoE outscored Canberra N. in a home game 93-71. Rockhampton C. managed to beat Ipswich F. on the road 79-74. NGC Seahawks defeated Ipswich F. on its own court 100-83. Townsville F. smashed Brisbane C. in a road game 93-71. SW Metro P. won against Rockhampton C. at home 83-78. Rockhampton C. unfortunately lost to Logan T. on the opponent's court 82-87. Waverley F. managed to beat Diamond VE in a home game 71-62. Melbourne T. was defeated by Casey on the road 83-70. Frankston B. was beaten by Sandringham S. on its own court 52-70. Ballarat M. lost to Keilor T. in Melbourne 73-81. Kalamunda ES unfortunately lost to Joondalup W. at home 82-94. Cockburn managed to beat Goldfields G. on the opponent's court 87-77. Rockingham F. defeated East Perth E. in a home game 79-67. Lakeside L. was smashed by Mandurah on the road 93-63. SW Slammers were destroyed by Perry Lakes H. on its own court 61-80. Warwick S. outscored Joondalup W. in Perth 78-59. Perth R. rolled over SW Slammers at home 128-79.
The most impressive stats of the last round was 31 points, 14 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 steals by Patricia Brossmann of Perth R..

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Group East

Canberra N. - BA CoE 79-80

Very expected game in Canberra where 12th ranked Nationals (4-9) were edged by fourth ranked BA CoE (11-4) 80-79 on Friday. The best player for the winners was forward Zara Russell (185-2007) who scored 19 points. Forward Aspen Crase (183-2008) chipped in 14 points and 8 rebounds. BA CoE's coach used an eleven-player rotation in such tough game. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Callie Bourne (175, college: Idaho St.) who recorded a double-double by scoring 22 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Caitlyn Jones (175-2001, college: Idaho) added 14 points, 8 assists and 4 steals respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. BA CoE have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Loser Nationals dropped to the tenth position with nine games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. BA CoE will meet C.Coast C. (#14) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Canberra N. will play against Illawarra H. (#9) in Wollongong and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: Z.Russell 19+4reb+3ast, C.Aspen 14+8reb, J.Jones 13+2reb+4ast, M.Jemyma 11+5reb+2ast, I.Smith 9+5reb+1ast, J.Sherrington 5+3reb+1ast
Canberra N.: B.Callie 22+10reb+4ast, A.Day 16+6reb+2ast, F.Zara 15+2reb, J.Caitlyn 14+4reb+8ast, S.Rees 6+2reb+3ast, M.Ilijana 3+3reb+1ast

BA CoE - Canberra N. 93-71

Very predictable result in Canberra where fourth ranked BA CoE (11-4) smashed 12th ranked Nationals (4-9) 93-71 on Thursday. The best player for the winners was forward Lily Mapp (185-2009) who scored 8 points and 22 rebounds. Guard Olivia Olechnowicz (176-2009) chipped in 19 points. At the other side the best for losing team was guard Callie Bourne (175, college: Idaho St.) who recorded a double-double by scoring 13 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists and American forward Allison Day (185-2000, college: BGSU) added 17 points and 8 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. BA CoE have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to third place. Loser Nationals dropped to the tenth position with nine games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. BA CoE will meet C.Coast C. (#14) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Canberra N. will play against Illawarra H. (#9) in Wollongong and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
BA CoE: O.Olechnowicz 19+4reb+3ast, R.Anticevic 15+2reb, E.Shanahan 13+1reb, J.Jones 11+2reb+4ast, I.Smith 10+2reb+5ast, Z.Russell 9+2reb+2ast
Canberra N.: A.Day 17+8reb+2ast, F.Zara 13+1reb+1ast, B.Callie 13+10reb+6ast, J.Caitlyn 12+8reb+3ast, S.Rees 9+8reb+1ast, B.Jasmyn 3+2reb+1ast

Group North

SD Spartans - Townsville F. 69-104

Very important is a home loss of third ranked Brisbane Spartans (7-3) against fifth ranked Flames (6-3) on Sunday night. Host Brisbane Spartans were crushed by Flames in Brisbane 104-69. Townsville F. dominated down low during the game scoring 58 of its points in the paint compared to Brisbane Spartans' 34 and made 16-of-20 free shots (80.0 percent) during the game. Townsville F. outrebounded SD Spartans 40-27 including a 33-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. Townsville F. looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. The best player for the winners was the former international swingman Courtney Woods (183-1997, college: NIU) who had a triple-double by scoring 28 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists. New Zealand center Ella Tofaeono (190-1998, college: Texas Tech) chipped in 18 points and 6 rebounds. Four Flames players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Mikayla Cowling (188-1996, college: California, agency: LBM Management) who recorded 23 points and 7 rebounds and guard Jessica McDowell-White (168-2000, college: USF) added 16 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists respectively. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Flames have a solid three-game winning streak. Townsville F. maintains fifth position with 6-3 record. Loser Brisbane Spartans dropped to the fourth place with three games lost. Townsville F. will meet at home NGC Seahawks (#8) in the next round. SD Spartans will play against Gold Coast R. (#11) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Townsville F.: W.Courtney 28+12reb+10ast, T.Ella 18+6reb+2ast, M.Murray 13+5reb+2ast, K.Gaze-Searle 12+4reb+1ast, B.Stephens 11+1reb+2ast, C.Ward 8+6reb+1ast
SD Spartans: M.Cowling 23+7reb+1ast, M.Jessica 16+5reb+6ast, M.Hayley 13+5reb+2ast, C.Majella 8+2reb+4ast, S.Abby 6+1reb+2ast, D.Karli 3+2reb

Ipswich F. - Rockhampton C. 74-79

There was a minor upset in Booval where 11th ranked Force (2-7) was defeated by thirteenth ranked Cyclones (2-8) 79-74 on Sunday. Rockhampton C. outrebounded Ipswich F. 51-29 including a 35-23 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American forward Emily Kiser (191-2000, college: Michigan) who had a double-double by scoring 24 points and 17 rebounds. The other American import point guard Gracie Stugart (170, college: Maryville, MO) chipped in a double-double by scoring 17 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Natasha Elliott who recorded a double-double by scoring 17 points and 11 rebounds and Georgia Ralph added 17 points respectively. Four Ipswich F. players scored in double figures. Force's coach tried various players' combinations and tested in total eleven players in this game, but that didn't help. Rockhampton C. maintains thirteenth position with 2-8 record. Ipswich F. lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh place with seven games lost. They share the position with Gold Coast R.. Rockhampton C. will meet at home league's leader Cairns D. in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Ipswich F. will play against Northside W. (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Rockhampton C.: K.Emily 24+17reb+3ast, L.Shanique 24+4reb+3ast, G.Stugart 17+12reb+6ast, A.Muggeridge 9+3reb+2ast, I.Shackleton 3+6reb, T.Wakelin-Gray 2+8reb+1ast
Ipswich F.: E.Natasha 17+11reb+2ast, R.Georgia 17+4reb+2ast, H.Young 13+6reb+2ast, H.Charlotte 11+1ast, V.Huerta 8+6ast, S.Lily 6+2reb+1ast

NGC Seahawks - Ipswich F. 100-83

The game between closely ranked teams ended with tenth ranked Seahawks' (3-5) home victory over 11th ranked Force (2-7) 100-83 on Saturday. NGC Seahawks forced 26 Ipswich F. turnovers and outrebounded them 43-27 including a 16-3 advantage in offensive rebounds. NGC Seahawks looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The best player for the winners was guard Katie Deeble (173-2003, college: Wake Forest) who scored 30 points and 6 assists. Forward Antoniette Emma-Nnopu (180, college: Weber St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Natasha Elliott who recorded a double-double by scoring 16 points and 10 rebounds and guard Hannah Young (188-1993, college: Virginia Tech) added 15 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. NGC Seahawks moved-up to eighth place. Ipswich F. lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the eleventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Gold Coast R.. NGC Seahawks will meet higher ranked Mackay (#3) on the road in the next round and they do not belong to the favorites in that game. Ipswich F. will play against Northside W. (#6) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
NGC Seahawks: D.Katie 30+3reb+6ast, A.Emma-Nnopu 24+12reb+2ast, G.Woolley 21+6reb+7ast, C.Reece 10+8reb+1ast, J.Boundy 5+2reb+2ast, C.Brown 5+4reb+2ast
Ipswich F.: E.Natasha 16+10reb+3ast, W.Olivia 15+2reb+2ast, H.Young 15+5reb+1ast, R.Georgia 11+4reb+1ast, V.Huerta 9+5ast, W.Courtenay 7+2reb+1ast

Brisbane C. - Townsville F. 71-93

There was no surprise in Brisbane where 8th ranked Capitals (3-7) were outplayed by fifth ranked Flames (6-3) 93-71 on Saturday. Townsville F. outrebounded Brisbane C. 50-30 including a 39-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Townsville F. looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was New Zealand center Ella Tofaeono (190-1998, college: Texas Tech) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points and 10 rebounds (on 13-of-16 shooting from the field). Forward Chailee Ward (180-2003) chipped in 15 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Alyssa Brown (185, college: UNLV) who recorded 11 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and her fellow American import power forward Ashley Harris-Arlen (187-1990, college: WSC) added 13 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Flames have a solid three-game winning streak. Townsville F. maintains fifth position with 6-3 record. Loser Capitals dropped to the tenth place with seven games lost. Townsville F. will meet at home NGC Seahawks (#8) in the next round. Brisbane C. will play against the league's leader Cairns D. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Townsville F.: T.Ella 31+10reb+1ast, C.Ward 15+7reb+7ast, M.Murray 13+5reb+1ast, K.Gaze-Searle 10+3reb+1ast, H.Carey 9+6reb+4ast, E.Duroux 5+3reb
Brisbane C.: E.Chanel 17+1reb+2ast, H.Ashley 13+5reb+2ast, M.Rachel 12+2reb+4ast, A.Brown 11+6reb+4ast, S.Tyla 6+3reb+1ast, R.Jessica 5+5reb+4ast

SW Metro P. - Rockhampton C. 83-78

No shocking result in a game in Runcorn where eleventh ranked Pirates (3-6) won against 13th ranked Cyclones (2-8) 83-78 on Saturday. SW Metro P. made 19-of-25 free shots (76.0 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was American guard Hannah Simental (173, college: Colorado St.) who scored 19 points and 6 assists (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). New Zealand forward Charlotte Whittaker (190-2000, college: Colorado, agency: LBM Management) chipped in 15 points and 6 rebounds. Four Pirates 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 21 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists and Papua New Guinea guard Shanique Lucas (172-2001, college: Union, TN, agency: Crossover Management) added 22 points (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line) respectively. Cyclones' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. SW Metro P. moved-up to ninth place. Rockhampton C. lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with eight games lost. SW Metro P. will meet at home higher ranked SC Phoenix (#7) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Rockhampton C. will play against the league's leader Cairns D. (#1) where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
SW Metro P.: S.Hannah 19+2reb+6ast, W.Charlotte 15+6reb+2ast, J.Kilty 13+2reb, J.Ilic 10+8reb+3ast, K.Head 10+1reb+1ast, T.Morrison 9+4reb+4ast
Rockhampton C.: S.Lucas 22+4reb+3ast, S.Gracie 21+9reb+4ast, E.Kiser 15+6reb+5ast, S.Halle 8+2reb, M.Akaysha 7, D.Aria 3+1reb+2ast

Northside W. - SC Phoenix 80-79

Important game to mention about took place in Taigum. Sixth ranked Wizards (5-4) saved a 1-point victory at home edging 7th ranked Sunshine CP (4-5) 80-79 in the fight for the sixth place. Northside W. made 23-of-27 charity shots (85.2 percent) during the game. They also forced 19 SC Phoenix turnovers. The winners were led by forward Grace Ellis (183, college: CSU) who had that evening a double-double by scoring 25 points and 14 rebounds and power forward Nadeen Payne (188-1993) supported her with 18 points and 9 rebounds. Even a double-double of 26 points, 9 rebounds and 11 assists by American forward Erin Bollmann (180-1994, college: SEMO) did not help to save the game for SC Phoenix. British center Maya Price (190-1999, college: Eckerd) added 20 points and 10 rebounds. Northside W. maintains sixth position with 5-4 record. SC Phoenix at the other side keeps the seventh place with five games lost. Northside W. will play against Ipswich F. (#12) in Booval in the next round where they are favorite. SC Phoenix will play on the road against SW Metro P. (#9) in Runcorn and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Northside W.: G.Ellis 25+14reb+3ast, N.Payne 18+9reb, C.Virgo 12+3reb+3ast, R.Kelsey 8+2reb+6ast, G.Puruto 5+2reb, E.Harvey 4+2ast
SC Phoenix: E.Bollmann 26+9reb+11ast, M.Price 20+10reb+2ast, M.Kayla 16+1reb+2ast, B.Amy 8+4reb+1ast, P.Emma 7+6reb, R.Grace 2+1reb+1ast

Logan T. - Rockhampton C. 87-82

Very expected game in Loganholme where 13th ranked Cyclones (2-8) were defeated by fourth ranked Thunder (7-1) 87-82 on Friday. However just five-point win is not that big difference and the fans of host team counted on more convincing victory. Logan T. looked well-organized offensively handing out 28 assists. The best player for the winners was American Leah Scott (183-1993, college: Marshall) who scored 26 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. point guard Mikhaela Cann (170-1994) chipped in 11 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was Papua New Guinea guard Shanique Lucas (172-2001, college: Union, TN, agency: Crossover Management) who recorded 28 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists and American forward Emily Kiser (191-2000, college: Michigan) added 17 points, 16 rebounds and 4 assists respectively. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Thunder have an impressive five-game winning streak. Logan T. moved-up to second place. Rockhampton C. lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the thirteenth position with eight games lost. Logan T. will meet SD Spartans (#4) in the next round. Rockhampton C. will play against the league's leader Cairns D. (#1) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Logan T.: S.Leah 26+7reb+8ast, M.Allen 21+2reb+2ast, M.Cann 11+6reb+9ast, T.Amandine 9+2reb, P.Notoa 7+7reb+3ast, M.Reisinger 6+3reb+1ast
Rockhampton C.: S.Lucas 28+5reb+8ast, E.Kiser 17+16reb+4ast, S.Gracie 15+7reb+2ast, S.Halle 8+3reb, D.Aria 6+1reb, W.Tai 6+4reb+2ast

Group South

Waverley F. - Diamond VE 71-62

There was a small surprise in Mount Waverley where eighth ranked Falcons (8-5) defeated 5th ranked Diamond Valley Eagles (9-5) 71-62 on Monday. The best player for the winners was American forward Madelynn Utti (181-1998, college: LBSU) who had a double-double by scoring 11 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists. The other American import guard Katelyn Shumate (180-2001, college: Kent St.) chipped in 12 points and 7 rebounds. Four Falcons players scored in double figures. Falcons' 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 the former international swingman Alexandra Sharp (185-1997, college: Wake Forest) who recorded 12 points and 6 rebounds and American forward Isis Beh (190-2001, college: Arizona) added 15 points respectively. Falcons have a solid four-game winning streak. Waverley F. moved-up to seventh place. Loser Diamond Valley Eagles keeps the fifth position with five games lost. They share it with Keilor T.. Waverley F. will meet at home Nunawading S. (#12) in the next round where they are favorite. Diamond VE will play against Dandenong R. (#15) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Waverley F.: L.Kinkela 12+6reb, K.Shumate 12+7reb+2ast, U.Madelynn 11+11reb+4ast, T.Amelia 10+6reb+4ast, T.Dalton 9+3reb+3ast, H.Rapp 7+2reb
Diamond VE: I.Beh 15+4reb, A.Sharp 12+6reb+3ast, D.Shannon 10+3reb+2ast, E.Riley 9+2reb, I.Victoria 6+3reb+1ast, E.Abbey 5+7reb+3ast

Casey C. - Melbourne T. 83-70

Not a big story in a game in Cranbourne where 10th ranked Tigers (7-7) were defeated by fifth ranked Cavaliers (9-3) 83-70 on Friday. Casey outrebounded Melbourne T. 47-30 including a 36-20 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was American center Samantha Bowman (188, college: CWU) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 17 rebounds and 6 assists. point guard Dallas Loughridge (167-2004) chipped in 17 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was Chinese forward Shuyu Yang (182-2002) who recorded 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Isabella Brancatisano (178-1995) added 12 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals respectively. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Tigers' coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Cavaliers have a solid three-game winning streak. Casey moved-up to fourth place. Loser Tigers keeps the tenth position with seven games lost. They share it with Northern Force. Casey will meet at home Ballarat M. (#8) in the next round. Melbourne T. will play against the league's second-placed Eltham W. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Casey C.: V.Tavete 20+1reb+2ast, S.Bowman 18+17reb+6ast, L.Dallas 17+6reb+3ast, C.DAngelo 15+6reb+2ast, K.Boorer 5+4reb+1ast, M.Nightingale 3
Melbourne T.: C.Mingling 14+3reb, B.Isabella 12+5reb+4ast, Y.Shuyu 12+6reb+4ast, B.Eve 10+3reb+2ast, H.Tylah 8+2reb+1ast, B.Rachel 4+4reb+2ast

Frankston B. - Sandringham S. 52-70

Everything went according to plan in Seaford where first ranked Sabres (12-1) beat 12th ranked Frankston Blues (5-9) 70-52 on Friday. Sandringham S. made 18-of-23 free shots (78.3 percent) during the game. The best player for the winners was the former international Madison Ryan (185-2009) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds. International guard Stephanie Reid (168-1996, college: Buffalo) chipped in 19 points and 5 assists. Sabres' 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 guard Jacqueline Trotto (180-1998) who recorded 10 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Emily Monaghan (175, college: S.Nazarene) added 12 points and 4 steals respectively. Sabres have an impressive ten-game winning streak. Sandringham S. maintains first position with 12-1 record. Frankston B. lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth place with nine games lost. They share the position with 3 other teams. Sandringham S. will meet at home Keilor T. (#6) in the next round where they are favorite. Frankston B. will play against Hobart C. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Sandringham S.: M.Ryan 19+12reb, R.Stephanie 19+2reb+5ast, L.Cochrane 11+6reb+2ast, N.Funda 9+4reb+4ast, M.Angus 7+5reb+1ast, I.Lopes 3+1reb+3ast
Frankston B.: M.Emily 12+3reb+3ast, T.Jacqueline 10+7reb+4ast, N.Emma 8+4reb, M.Mullings 7+7reb+1ast, E.Lily 5+1ast, J.Tori 5+4reb+3ast

Keilor T. - Ballarat M. 81-73

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 7th ranked Ballarat Miners' (8-7) road loss to sixth ranked Thunder (9-5) 73-81 on Friday. The best player for the winners was the former international point guard Maddison Rocci (168-1998) who had a double-double by scoring 27 points, 9 rebounds and 13 assists. ex-international forward Isabelle Bourne (188-2000, college: Nebraska) chipped in 27 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Malia Fisher (188, college: Rice, agency: LBM Management) who recorded a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 rebounds and her fellow American import power forward Camille Hobby (190-2001, college: Illinois, agency: Shark Sports Management) added 17 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Five Ballarat M. players scored in double figures. Keilor T. moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Diamond VE. Loser Ballarat Miners dropped to the eighth position with seven games lost. Keilor T. will meet league's leader Sandringham S. in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Ballarat M. will play against Casey (#4) in Cranbourne and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Keilor T.: R.Maddison 27+9reb+13ast, B.Isabelle 27+6reb, M.Lara 10+7reb+2ast, M.Boyle 8+2reb+1ast, T.Heal 5+6reb+4ast, B.Tess 4+4reb
Ballarat M.: C.Hobby 17+5reb+2ast, A.Wehrung 16+2reb+4ast, M.Fisher 14+11reb+2ast, L.Hsi-Yeh 12+3reb+4ast, E.Brett 11+3reb, S.Casey 3+3reb+2ast

Group West

Kalamunda ES - Joondalup W. 82-94

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Kalamunda where ninth ranked Wanneroo (5-9) won against 8th ranked Suns (4-9) 94-82 on Saturday. Joondalup W. made 31-of-38 free shots (81.6 percent) during the game, while Kalamunda ES only scored nine points from the stripe. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Joondalup W. made 7 blocks. The best player for the winners was Canadian-Indonesian forward Kim Pierre-Louis (183-1993, college: UMass) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points and 12 rebounds. American guard Asianae Johnson (173-2000, college: MSU) chipped in 14 points and 6 assists. At the other side the best for losing team was American swingman Gabriella Bronson (178-1993, college: Parkside) who recorded a double-double by scoring 27 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists and her fellow American import power forward Trista Hull (188, college: Portland) added 13 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Five Joondalup W. and four Kalamunda ES players scored in double figures. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Joondalup W. moved-up to eighth place, which they share with 3 other teams. Loser Suns dropped to the tenth position with nine games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Joondalup W. will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Kalamunda ES will play against Perth R. (#11) in Northbridge and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Joondalup W.: P.Kim 31+12reb+3ast, E.Thornton-Elliott 14+1reb+5ast, J.Asianae 14+1reb+6ast, A.Leach 12+4reb+4ast, M.Yemiyah 10+7reb, T.Bolland 5+3reb
Kalamunda ES: G.Bronson 27+10reb+5ast, H.Trista 13+9reb+2ast, B.Alyssa 13+9reb+2ast, S.Emma 12+3reb+2ast, K.Kayla 5+1reb+3ast, A.Ella 5+5reb

Goldfields G. - Cockburn 77-87

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Giants' (7-4) home loss to fourth ranked Cougars (9-2) 77-87 on Saturday. Cockburn looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. The best player for the winners was New Zealand-Israeli forward Danielle Raber (183-1996) who had a double-double by scoring 18 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists. Guard Jewel Williams (168-2001) chipped in a double-double by scoring 14 points and 11 assists. 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 23 points and 16 rebounds and her fellow American import guard Sierra Moore (180-1994, college: Penn State) added 22 points and 12 rebounds respectively. Five Cockburn and four Goldfields G. players scored in double figures. Cockburn moved-up to second place. Loser Giants keeps the fifth position with four games lost. Cockburn will meet at home league's leader Rockingham F. in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Goldfields G. will play against Warwick S. (#4) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Cockburn: W.Cierra 18+4reb+3ast, R.Danielle 18+10reb+6ast, W.Jewel 14+4reb+11ast, E.Jessie 14+8reb+1ast, G.Darcee 11+5reb+1ast, J.Scafidi 8+8reb+1ast
Goldfields G.: D.Byrne 23+16reb+2ast, S.Moore 22+12reb+3ast, P.Alexis 11+5reb+3ast, P.Rachel 10+7reb+2ast, Z.Chloe 5+4reb, Y.Hazelle 4+3reb+8ast

Rockingham F. - East Perth E. 79-67

The game between closely ranked teams ended with first ranked Flames' (11-2) home victory over second-best Eagles (9-4) 79-67 on Saturday. The best player for the winners was American swingman Sara Puckett (188-2002, college: Tennessee) who scored 19 points and 7 rebounds. The other American import power forward Teige Morrell (191-1995, college: Nevada) chipped in 14 points and 9 rebounds. Four Flames players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Danish swingman Sarah Mortensen (185-1997, college: Villanova) who recorded a double-double by scoring 21 points and 12 rebounds and American power forward Jade Williams (196-1998, college: Duke) added 21 points respectively. Flames have an impressive eight-game winning streak. Rockingham F. maintains first position with 11-2 record, which they share with Eltham W. Loser Eagles dropped to the third place with four games lost. They share the position with Warwick S.. Rockingham F. will meet league's second-placed Cockburn in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. East Perth E. will play against SW Slammers in Bunbury and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Rockingham F.: P.Sara 19+7reb, S.Berberabe 14+3reb+7ast, L.Finau 14+7reb+2ast, T.Morrell 14+9reb+2ast, P.Duffield 8+2reb+1ast, A.Wheki 4+1reb
East Perth E.: S.Mortensen 21+12reb+3ast, J.Williams 21+4reb+2ast, M.Brooke 8+10reb+6ast, K.Aleka 6+2reb+1ast, B.Zaya 6+5reb+4ast, V.Vliet Ari 2+1reb+1ast

Mandurah M. - Lakeside L. 93-63

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 7th ranked Lightning's (5-7) road loss to sixth ranked Magic (7-5) 63-93 on Saturday. Mandurah dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Lightning's 24. Mandurah forced 21 Lakeside L. turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 26 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Lakeside L.'s players. The best player for the winners was American guard Mikayla Pivec (178-1997, college: Oregon St.) who had a double-double by scoring 19 points, 14 rebounds and 9 assists (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field). Guard Claire Jacobs (183-2001, college: Nevada) chipped in a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Four Magic players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard Delanie Crawford (180-2003, college: Tulsa) who recorded 20 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and her fellow American import guard Esmeralda Morales (165-2002, college: Montana St.) added 23 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. Mandurah moved-up to third place, which they share with 3 other teams. Lakeside L. lost third consecutive game. They keep the seventh position with seven games lost. They share it with Hills H. and Southern T.. Mandurah will meet Perry Lakes H. (#9) in the next round where they are favorite. Lakeside L. will play against Willetton T. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Mandurah M.: P.Mikayla 19+14reb+9ast, S.Hayward 19+1reb+3ast, J.Claire 19+12reb+1ast, J.Gowland 14+3reb+4ast, H.Chatfield 5+2reb, J.Reisma 5+1reb+1ast
Lakeside L.: M.Esmeralda 23+1ast, D.Crawford 20+8reb+4ast, S.Lubcke 7+13reb, S.Roscoe 6+2reb+1ast, A.Sarah 3+6reb+1ast, G.Brooklyn 3+1reb

SW Slammers - Perry Lakes H. 61-80

Everything could happen in Bunbury at the game between two tied teams. Both tenth ranked Hawks and 12th ranked Slammers had identical 3-8 record. But Slammers were not able to use a home court advantage and were outscored by the opponent from Floreat 80-61 on Saturday night. Perry Lakes H. forced 19 SW Slammers turnovers and outrebounded them 59-32 including a 29-11 advantage in offensive rebounds. Americans were the main players on the court. The best player for the winners was forward Bridgette Rettstatt (188-1998, college: Liberty) who had a double-double by scoring 21 points and 19 rebounds. Guard Makenna Marisa (180-2001, college: Penn State) chipped in 20 points and 6 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was guard MarShaun Bostic (173, college: Auburn) who recorded 23 points and power forward Melanie Hoyt (188-2003, college: St.Anselm) added 16 points and 7 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Perry Lakes H. (4-8) moved-up to ninth place, which they share with Maitland. SW Slammers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost. They share it with C.Districts L.. Perry Lakes H. will meet at home higher ranked Mandurah (#6) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. SW Slammers will play against East Perth E. and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Perry Lakes H.: R.Bridgette 21+19reb+2ast, M.Makenna 20+6reb+3ast, M.Wawszkowicz 16+7reb+2ast, E.Beggs 6+3reb, E.Newman 6+4reb, C.Emma 3+5reb
SW Slammers: M.Bostic 23+2ast, H.Melanie 16+7reb+1ast, B.Bailey 8+5reb+3ast, C.Lacey-Rameka 7+10reb+2ast, M.Charlotte 6+2reb+2ast, F.Javene 1+5reb

East Perth E. - Kalamunda ES 80-82

The most exciting game of round 12 in the NBL One took place in Morley. This derby game ended with only two-point home defeat of second-best Eagles (9-4) to eighth ranked Suns (4-9) 82-80 on Friday evening. It was quite big embarassment for the home team. Kalamunda ES looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Kalamunda ES made 8 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of American power forward Trista Hull (188, college: Portland) who helped to win the game recording 16 points, 9 rebounds and 4 blocks and the other American import swingman Gabriella Bronson (178-1993, college: Parkside) who added 17 points and 4 assists during the contest. Five Suns players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was Danish swingman Sarah Mortensen (185-1997, college: Villanova) with a double-double by scoring 24 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists and American guard Sydney Wright (165-2001, college: WNMU) scored 17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. Despite that victory Kalamunda ES went down to tenth position due to points difference, which they share with 3 other teams. East Perth E. at the other side dropped to the third place with four games lost. They share the position with Warwick S.. Kalamunda ES is looking forward to face Perth R. (#11) in Northbridge in the next round. East Perth E. will play on the road against SW Slammers (#13) in Bunbury and is hoping to win this game.
Top scorers:
Kalamunda ES: B.Gabriella 17+4reb+4ast, T.Hull 16+9reb+2ast, Y.Knoll 15+1reb+5ast, D.Civich 11+2reb+3ast, A.Bowen 10+9reb+3ast, K.Kiriau 5+4reb+6ast
East Perth E.: S.Mortensen 24+13reb+4ast, S.Wright 17+8reb+4ast, M.Brooke 16+7reb+3ast, J.Williams 8+7reb+3ast, K.Aleka 8+3reb, B.Zaya 4+3reb+4ast

Joondalup W. - Warwick S. 59-78

There was no surprise in Joondalup where 9th ranked Wanneroo (5-9) was outplayed by fourth ranked Senators (9-4) 78-59 on Friday. Warwick S. outrebounded Joondalup W. 43-27 including a 35-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was guard Chloe Forster (178-2003) who scored 16 points and 8 rebounds. Forward Mackenzie Clinch-Hoycard (188-1998, college: Hawaii) chipped in 11 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Four Senators players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was Canadian-Indonesian forward Kim Pierre-Louis (183-1993, college: UMass) who recorded 23 points and American guard Asianae Johnson (173-2000, college: MSU) added 18 points respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Warwick S. moved-up to third place, which they share with East Perth E. Loser Wanneroo dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost. They share it with 3 other teams. Warwick S. will meet Goldfields G. (#5) in the next round. Joondalup W. will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Warwick S.: C.Forster 16+8reb+3ast, K.Weir 15+4reb+2ast, G.Kampschroeder 13+5reb+2ast, M.Clinch-Hoycard 11+7reb+4ast, W.Kiara 9+3reb, I.Miotti 8+3reb+2ast
Joondalup W.: K.Pierre-Louis 23+4reb+2ast, A.Johnson 18+4reb+3ast, Y.Morris 7+9reb, D.Suzi-Rose 3+2reb+2ast, M.Rui 2, B.Ty 2+1reb+1ast

Perth R. - SW Slammers 128-79

We could consider it a predictable result in the game between close teams in Northbridge where thirteenth ranked Redbacks (3-8) outleveled 12th ranked Slammers (3-9) 128-79 on Friday. Perth R. forced 33 SW Slammers turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 35 assists comparing to just 16 passes made by SW Slammers' players. The best player for the winners was German forward Patricia Brossmann (185-1997, college: San Diego) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points, 14 rebounds, 5 assists and 7 steals. Naturalized British guard Samantha Ashby (178-2001, college: Pacific) chipped in a double-double by scoring 32 points, 5 rebounds, 11 assists and 5 steals (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Four Redbacks players scored in double figures. At the other side the best for losing team was American guard MarShaun Bostic (173, college: Auburn) who recorded 25 points and 6 assists and guard Briana Bailey (-1998, agency: Dominion Sports Group) added 21 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. Perth R. moved-up to eleventh place, which they share with Willetton T. SW Slammers lost third consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost. They share it with C.Districts L.. Perth R. will meet at home higher ranked Kalamunda ES (#10) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. SW Slammers will play against East Perth E. where they are definitely not considered as a favorite in this game either.
Top scorers:
Perth R.: A.Samantha 32+5reb+11ast, B.Patricia 31+14reb+5ast, O.Berry 14+2reb+1ast, S.Doran 12+4reb+8ast, A.Lee 9+3reb, S.Hartree 8+3reb+2ast
SW Slammers: M.Bostic 25+4reb+6ast, B.Bailey 21+4reb+2ast, H.Melanie 12+6reb, C.Lacey-Rameka 8+3reb+2ast, M.Charlotte 5+2reb+2ast, F.Javene 3+7reb