Bendigo Spirit Stuns Perth Lynx with Remarkable Victory in WNBL Clash
Announcement posted by Basketball Australia 20 Jan 2024
Summary
The Bendigo Spirit showcased their resilience and skill, securing a hard-fought victory against the Perth Lynx in an exhilarating matchup at Bendat Basketball Centre. Building on a promising start that saw them establish a 6-point lead, the Spirit maintained their dominance throughout the game.
As the second quarter unfolded, Bendigo expanded their lead to a commanding 9 points, demonstrating their strategic prowess and cohesive team play. The halftime buzzer sounded with the scoreboard reading 48 for Bendigo and 40 for Perth, setting the stage for an intense second half.
Perth's offensive efforts were led by three standout players, Miela Goodchild, Emily Potter, and Anneli Maley, each contributing double-digit points by the midway point. On the other side, Bendigo boasted a balanced attack with Mehryn Kraker and Ruth Davis both reaching double-digit points at half-time, showcasing the Spirit's versatility and scoring depth.
The Perth Lynx, despite their loss, displayed tenacity and determination on the court. Now, they shift their focus to their upcoming clash against the Melbourne Boomers scheduled for Wednesday. The Bendat Basketball Centre witnessed a thrilling contest, leaving fans eager for more exciting WNBL action in the games to come.
Score
Bendigo Spirit (95) defeated Perth Lynx (74)
Venue
Bendat Basketball Centre (Perth)
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Top Performers
- Mehryn Kraker (Bendigo Spirit): 27 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists.
- Alex Wilson (Bendigo Spirit): 15 points, 13 assists, 7 rebounds
- Emily Potter (Perth Lynx): 20 points, 7 rebounds, 2 blocks
- Miela Goodchild (Perth Lynx): 19 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists
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Video highlights
Game images
- Getty (all WNBL images this season)
Next games
- Next Perth Lynx game: WED 24TH JAN v MELBOURNE | 7:00pm (AEDT) at Melbourne Sports Centres - Parkville - watch on ESP.
- Next Bendigo Spirit game: THU 25th JAN v UC CAPITALS | 6:00pm (AEDT) at Red Energy Arena - watch on 9Now.
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