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Both teams are out of finals contention but the arch rivalry of both clubs will make this game an interesting match. Bendigo should be too strong for the struggling Miners line-up.

 

After two successive losses and a drop to second place, the Raiders will be keen for a victory against the bottom placed Frankston to restore confidence amongst the group.

 

Nunawading still have a slim chance of securing a playoffs position but need to beat teams like Dandenong this week to show their playoff potential. Nunawading are 4-0 when league leading scorer Costa Hronopoulos scores 25+ppg.

 

 

Two wins this weekend and the Rangers will consolidate third position, but if they drop both games they are in danger of dropping to fourth. However the Rangers are the form team of the competition behind a 6 game winning streak.

 

Kilsyth moved into first position on the ladder after two great wins last round. Kilsyth coach Rod Popp will be keen for another victory this week as they strive for home court advantage during the playoffs.

 

 

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Bendigo needs to win this week to remain in contention for a playoff spot. Arch rival Ballarat however will look to secure the win and end the Young Lady Braves finals aspirations.

 

The loss of experienced guard Pip Whelan has unsettled the young Raiders line-up. However the Lady Blues will be keen for a better performance this week after a disappointing game last week also. Frankston are still in the playoff hunt but need to keep winning to stay in contention.

 

Head t head between the two teams is currently locked at 1-1, and the winner of this game may just determine the minor premiership as Head to Head results may come into play at the end of the season should they have a tied regular season record. Dandenong are on a 7 game winning streak but the Spectres are undefeated at home this season.

 

 

Two losses this weekend could put an end to the Young Lady Braves playoff aspirations. Both teams will have had a physical match the previous night so bench depth could play a crucial factor in determining the final outcome.

 

Kilsyth have only won five games this season, but have beaten Nunawading and Knox. Proving that their regular season record is not indicative of how good they can be. Kilsyth have been very inconsistent and have won games they shouldn’t have, but have lost too many winnable games. This week is a winnable game despite having lost both games previously to Ballarat this year.