Cup and possible league contenders Fellas took on league newcomers Little Devils at the NSC in week 16 of the Women’s Basketball League.
Growing in numbers by the week, Fellas arrived with nine players ready to continue their recent winning streak but the first few minutes of the opening quarter saw points being scored from both teams and it looked like Fellas may have a fight on their hands.
Despite being under careful instruction from their coach Lorna Kirkham, Little Devils had their work cut out going into the second quarter 23 points behind. A good half-time team talk seemed to do the trick, however, as Little Devils came out fighting, scoring 14 points in the third period compared to Fellas’ 10.
But it was too little, too late for the young team as Danielle Murphy and Amber Carridge ensured Fellas converted enough baskets into an unassailable lead to take victory once again.
Buchanan and Pitts Slammers 69, Saints 25
Saints, who have been hit or miss this season, took on the ruthless league leaders Slammers in an ‘anything-could-happen’ game. With a solid defensive strategy and dogged determination, Slammers had full control of this game from tip-off, leaving Saints trailing by 20 points going into the second quarter.
Lesley Patterson was on top form for the Slammers notching up 18 points over the course of the game, while the mighty Sarah Maddrell scored 29.
Tired legs, a lack of subs and team spirit at an all-time low, Saints were unable to turn the game around and the final score reflected the ache in Saints hearts at this harsh defeat. Can this result be avenged when both teams meet again this week in the Women’s Fun Cup? The match tips off at 6pm.