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ABL Results from June 24

Here are the recaps from Colin Thompson:

Women:

The Bearcats put themselves into contention when they defeated top placed Sturt Sabres. The win was set up in a great first half in which the Bearcats outscored the Sabres, 41 to 17. Sam Woosnam played one of her best games for the season with 17 points 11 rebounds, 9 assists and 8 steals. Caroline Nixon produced a double double for the Sabres with 18 points and 13 rebounds.

Eastern Mavericks defeated the Panthers in overtime. The Panthers had led for the bulk of the game but were unable to withstand the full court pressure exerted by the Mavericks in the latter part of the game. Amanda Williams (17 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists) pulled out a couple of 3-pointers at vital times in a torrid game. Jenine Browne (20 points and 12 rebounds) and Vikki Kelson (14 points and 11 rebounds) produced double doubles for the Panthers.

In the closest game of the round the Flames defeated second placed Eagles to open up the contest for final five positions. The Eagles started well with an opening quarter of 23 to 12 but the Flames sparked into action to draw level by three quarter time. The Eagles shot poorly from the foul line and payed the ultimate price. Kylie Newbold produced a double double for the Eagles with 14 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists.

In a game marked by poor shooting and too many turnovers, the Tigers struggled to the finish line, holding the Warriors out in a closer result than anticipated. Jodie Barratt produced a double double for the Warriors with 12 points and 11 rebounds.

Ladder:

Sturt, West, Forestville, North, Southern, Norwood, Eastern, South, Woodville, Central.

Men:

The league leaders were far too strong for the bottom team, despite the absence of some key players. Austin Smylie produced a triple double for the Sabres with 22 points, 12 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals. Darren Ng produced a double double with 28 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists.

Eastern Mavericks won a rugged, ugly game that was dominated by fouls and aggressive defence. Between the two teams there were 73 shots taken from the foul line and 4 players fouled out.

Last year's premiers continued their revival this season with a struggling win against the plucky Tigers who were without Matt Alexander and Brad Gerlach. Tristan Braithwaite continued his fine season for the Tigers with a game-high 41 points while Andrew Puddifoot (26 points, 20 rebounds) and Cameron Wilson (19 points, 12 assists and 11 rebounds) produced great games for the Warriors.

The Eagles emerged as winners in a high scoring game. Jason Dix produced a double double with 26 points, 15 rebounds, 6 assists and 3 blocks. David Cooper also produced a double double for the Flames with 25 points at 73%, 16 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. Keith Krause also took 12 rebounds with his 18 points.

In the highest scoring game of the season, North Adelaide Rockets established the lead in the first quarter and despite their efforts for the remainder of the game, the Lions were unable to bridge the gap. Michael Zorich had a fine game that included a double double (20 points, 11 assists, 9 steals and 7 rebounds). Ryan Franceschinis also produced his season-high 29 points at 57%, including 7 three-pointers at 70%. The game produced a total 27 three-pointers.

Ladder:

Forestville, Sturt, Eastern, Woodville, North, Norwood, South, Southern, Central, West.