Match Reports Round 10 v Frankston Blues

Match Report: Chargers Women Hold Nerve Late to Secure Road Win Over Blues

The Hobart Chargers produced a resilient performance on the road on Saturday night, holding off a fast-finishing Frankston Blues outfit to claim a 73-70 victory at Jubilee Park Stadium in their Round 10 NBL1 South Women’s clash.

In a tightly contested game, the Chargers established early control and led for the majority of the night before showing composure in the closing moments to secure an important win away from home.

Hobart made a strong start to the contest, setting the tone defensively and converting efficiently on offence. Tishara Morehouse and Tyia Singleton led the early charge, helping the Chargers restrict Frankston to just 10 points in the opening quarter while scoring 20 themselves to take a 20-10 lead at the first break.

The Blues responded in the second quarter, lifting their offensive output behind Megan Mullings and Louise Brown. Frankston outscored Hobart 20-18 for the term, trimming the margin, but the Chargers remained in control with a 38-30 lead at halftime.

Both teams found rhythm offensively in the third quarter, trading baskets throughout an evenly matched period. Frankston continued to push through Mullings and Sianni Martin, while Hobart maintained their composure with contributions from Morehouse and Portia Chopping. Despite being outscored 20-17 for the quarter, the Chargers held a 55-50 lead heading into the final term.

The fourth quarter saw Frankston mount a strong late challenge, cutting the deficit and putting pressure on the Chargers down the stretch. However, Hobart responded through key plays from Morehouse and crucial late free throws from Chopping to maintain their lead. Despite the Blues’ late surge, the Chargers held firm defensively in the closing seconds to secure the 73-70 victory.

Tishara Morehouse starred for Hobart with 25 points and seven assists, leading the offensive charge. Tyia Singleton added an efficient 14 points and six rebounds, while Portia Chopping contributed 11 points. Sharna Thompson controlled the boards with 14 rebounds to go with 10 points, and Chloe Broomhall added a strong all-round effort with 10 rebounds and four assists.

For Frankston, Louise Brown delivered a dominant performance with 20 points, 16 rebounds and five assists, while Megan Mullings added 18 points and seven rebounds. Sianni Martin contributed 16 points as the Blues fought hard to close the gap late.

The win sees the Chargers rewarded for a strong four-quarter effort, maintaining composure under pressure to close out a hard-fought road victory.

Match Report: Third-Quarter Surge Lifts Frankston Over Chargers Men in Tight Contest

The Hobart Chargers were left to rue a costly third quarter on Saturday night, falling 106-102 to the Frankston Blues at Jubilee Park Stadium in their Round 10 NBL1 South Men’s clash.

After leading at both quarter time and halftime, the Chargers were unable to withstand a decisive Frankston surge in the third term, with the Blues doing just enough late to hold on in a high-scoring finish.

Hobart started the stronger of the two sides, finding early rhythm through Anthony Drmic, Jacob Richards and Luke Rosendale. The Chargers moved the ball well and were efficient offensively, edging Frankston 27-23 in the opening quarter to take a four-point lead into the first break.

The visitors carried that momentum into the second term, continuing to score effectively despite Frankston staying within striking distance. Jackson Pepper provided an important spark off the bench, while Richards and Drmic remained influential as Hobart outscored the Blues 28-27 for the quarter to take a 55-50 lead into halftime.

The game turned in the third quarter as Frankston lifted its physicality and offensive output. The Blues piled on 34 points for the term, with Tom Garrett catching fire from long range and Dibaji Walker, Jeremy Combs and Kynan Philippe all making important contributions. Hobart struggled to contain Frankston’s scoring burst and, despite continued resistance from Drmic and Rosendale, were outscored 34-23 for the quarter to trail 84-78 heading into the final period.

To their credit, the Chargers continued to fight in the fourth quarter and threatened to steal the result late. Hobart narrowed the deficit to a single point inside the final minute, but Frankston responded with timely baskets and crucial free throws to close out the 106-102 victory.

Anthony Drmic was outstanding for the Chargers with 24 points, nine rebounds and nine assists in a superb all-round performance. Luke Rosendale added 22 points, while Jacob Richards contributed 17 points, eight rebounds and three assists. Joe Chilcott also gave Hobart strong support with 14 points, and Nicholas Paul finished with a double-double of 10 points and 10 rebounds.

Frankston’s scoring was led by a balanced team performance, with Tom Garrett finishing with 17 points, Dibaji Walker adding 16, and Jeremy Combs contributing 15. Daniel Trist scored 14, while Austin Shelley recorded 13 points and six assists as the Blues found multiple contributors when it mattered most.

The result was a frustrating one for the Chargers, who controlled much of the first half and pushed the Blues all the way in the closing stages, but ultimately could not overcome Frankston’s decisive third-quarter run on the road.