Round 3: Wolves Roar, Phoenix Rise, and Jets Fly High
Pirates 35 – 104 Jets
Jets Power Past Pirates in One-Sided Clash
The Jets soared to a dominant 104–35 victory over the Pirates, delivering a ruthless offensive display from start to finish. Pirates opened with 11 points in the first quarter but were quickly overwhelmed by the Jets’ fast pace and precision shooting. The visitors led 27–11 after the first and continued to pile on points through each period (26–6, 20–7, 31–11).
The Jets finished with 42 field goals (34 × 2PT, 8 × 3PT) and 12/17 free throws, while the Pirates were held to 12 field goals (11 × 2PT, 1 × 3PT) and 4/6 from the line. Personal fouls were also lopsided, with the Pirates committing 15 to the Jets’ 4.
Top Performers:
- Tom Dalton-Brown – 31 pts (7 × 3PT)
- Jake Glover – 31 pts (all 2PT makes)
- Matt Jennings – 16 pts (4/5 FT)
- Peter Boussougou – 14 pts (1 × 3PT)
The Jets’ balanced scoring and relentless tempo left the Pirates struggling to respond. It was an emphatic statement of intent from the league newcomers.
Hoops 52 – 81 Southern Phoenix
Phoenix Ignite to Secure Convincing Win
Southern Phoenix produced a strong all-around performance to defeat Hoops 81–52. After an early exchange, Phoenix took control with a 19–6 opening quarter and maintained composure to stretch their lead across the game.
Phoenix hit 36 field goals (30 × 2PT, 6 × 3PT) and were perfect from the line at 3/3 FT. Hoops managed 22 field goals (20 × 2PT, 2 × 3PT) and 6/14 FT. Fouls: Hoops 4, Phoenix 11.
Top Performers:
- Matthew Jones – 21 pts (8 × 2PT, 1 × 3PT, 2/2 FT)
- Zak Hand – 15 pts (3 × 2PT, 3 × 3PT)
- Connor Moughtin – 12 pts (3 × 2PT, 2 × 3PT)
- Daniella Kravela (16 pts) and Gemma Kirkham (15 pts) led the way for Hoops.
Phoenix showed improved chemistry and a steady inside-outside attack, pulling clear through consistent mid-range shooting and defensive control.
Wolves 83 – 67 Cavaliers
Wolves Pull Away with Sharp Shooting
In one of the round’s most entertaining clashes, Wolves overcame Cavaliers 83–67 thanks to a blistering third quarter and deadly perimeter accuracy. After leading 18–13 in the first, Wolves extended their advantage (19–15 Q2, 28–20 Q3, 18–19 Q4) to close out a confident win.
Wolves made 34 field goals (24 × 2PT, 10 × 3PT) and 5/9 FT, while the Cavaliers recorded 29 × 2PT and 9/18 FT. Fouls were evenly spread: Wolves 14, Cavaliers 13.
Top Performers:
- Viktor Capkanovski – 28 pts (11 × 2PT, 2 × 3PT)
- Luke Geneza – 26 pts (4 × 2PT, 6 × 3PT)
- Seb Smith – 9 pts (3 × 2PT, 1 × 3PT)
- For Cavaliers: Dave Minay 31 pts (14 × 2PT, 3/11 FT), David Boyle 13 pts (6 × 2PT).
The Wolves’ three-point shooting proved decisive, breaking open a tight contest and securing another big win against a seasoned Cavaliers lineup.
⭐ Top Players of the Week – Round 3
| Player | Team | Points | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dave Minay | Cavaliers | 31 | Tough scoring night despite defeat |
| Tom Dalton-Brown | Jets | 31 | Seven threes in dominant performance |
| Jake Glover | Jets | 31 | Efficient finishing around the rim |
| Viktor Capkanovski | Wolves | 28 | Key inside-out scoring presence |
| Luke Geneza | Wolves | 26 | Six threes to power Wolves’ third-quarter run |
| Matthew Jones | Southern Phoenix | 21 | Led Phoenix with composed all-round game |
