It was a mixed night for Melton Thoroughbreds against Wallan Panthers in the Big V competition.
All three Thoroughbreds sides faced the Panthers on Saturday, with two of the three coming away with wins.
The men’s side continued its good form for a second straight win.
The second quarter proved to be the difference as the Thoroughbreds outscored the Panthers 21-6.
With the game in control, the Thoroughbreds extended the lead in the second half to win 89-58. Every player hit the scoreboard – Wol Wol Ngong top-scored with 15 points.
The win keeps the Thoroughbreds in touch with the top teams following a poor start to the season.
It was a tougher match for the women, who faced last year’s runners-up.
The Panthers jumped out of the blocks and led by 16 points at the main break.
It was a better second half by the Thoroughbreds but they weren’t able to close the gap enough, losing 68-55.
Emily Attard continued her good form off the bench, top scoring for the Thoroughbreds with 14 points.
She was the only Thoroughbreds player to reach double figures.
The side sits 2-3 after five matches and ia in the middle of the pack.
The youth league men’s side defeated the Panthers 84-76, before backing it up on Sunday with a 91-76 win against Maccabi Warriors. The Thoroughbreds are on top of the ladder with seven wins.
Tara Murray
