Bellarine Storm Women Overpower Western Port Steelers in Big V League Thriller
Bellarine, Victoria – June 20, 2026 – The Bellarine Storm Women showcased their depth and resilience on Saturday, cruising to an 83–66 victory over the Western Port Steelers (W) in an Australia Big V Women's League contest. The win solidifies Bellarine’s position as a serious title contender in the league’s highly competitive season.
Match Overview
From the opening tip, Bellarine dictated the tempo, using a full-court press to disrupt Western Port’s offense. The Storm built a 24–15 lead after the first quarter and never looked back. The Steelers managed to trim the deficit to 10 points entering the fourth quarter, but Bellarine’s sharp shooting from beyond the arc (11 made three-pointers) proved too much to overcome.
Key Moments
- Press Pays Off: Bellarine forced 18 turnovers in the first three quarters, turning them into 22 points on the other end.
- Second-Quarter Run: A 12–0 run midway through the second quarter, fueled by guard Jess Turner’s two steals and consecutive three-pointers, extended the lead to 44–28.
- Steelers Fight Back: Western Port trimmed the lead to 68–60 with 6 minutes left, but a 10–2 spurt from Bellarine sealed the game.
Standout Performers
Bellarine Storm: Jess Turner was the star of the show, pouring in 28 points on 10-of-15 shooting, including 6-of-9 from three-point range. Forward Emily Wong added a double-double with 14 points and 13 rebounds, while point guard Zoe Martin dished out 9 assists.
Western Port Steelers: Center Amy Richards led the Steelers with 18 points and 10 rebounds. Guard Lisa Murray contributed 15 points and 4 assists, but the absence of consistent scoring off the bench hurt Western Port’s chances.
Season Impact
Bellarine Storm improves to 10–3 in the Big V Women's League, moving into sole possession of second place. Western Port falls to 7–6 and will need to address their turnover issues ahead of a tough stretch of games. Both teams continue their campaigns next weekend with crucial matchups that could shape the playoff picture.
Bellarine Storm Women vs Western Port Steelers (W) Live Score, Stats & Results
Match Overview
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