Logan Thunder Dominates Gold Coast Sea Hawk in NBL1 North Showdown

The Logan Thunder delivered a commanding performance on June 28, 2026, securing a convincing 105–85 victory over the Gold Coast Sea Hawk in an Australia National Basketball League1 North clash. The Thunder’s offensive firepower proved too much for the home side, as they led from early in the first quarter and never looked back.

Match Overview

Playing at the Gold Coast’s home venue, the Sea Hawk struggled to contain Logan’s fast-paced transition game. The Thunder shot an efficient 48% from the field and knocked down 12 three-pointers, while Gold Coast managed only 38% shooting and turned the ball over 18 times. By halftime, Logan had built a 58–42 cushion, and they extended the lead to as many as 25 points in the third quarter.

Key Moments

• First-Quarter Burst: The Thunder opened with a 14–2 run, capitalizing on three early steals and converting them into fast-break points.
• Second-Quarter Separation: A 9–0 spurt midway through the second period pushed the lead to 20 points, forcing a Gold Coast timeout.
• Resilient Fourth Quarter: The Sea Hawk trimmed the deficit to 14 points with six minutes remaining, but Logan responded with back-to-back triples to restore order.

Standout Performers

Logan’s balanced scoring was led by guard Marcus Delaney, who poured in 28 points on 10-of-16 shooting, including 4-of-6 from beyond the arc. Forward Jake Morrison added a double-double with 18 points and 14 rebounds, controlling the glass on both ends. For Gold Coast, veteran swingman Chris Hemmings fought hard for 22 points and 7 assists, but he lacked sufficient support from his teammates.

Season Impact

The win improves Logan Thunder’s record to 12–7, strengthening their position in the NBL1 North playoff race. Gold Coast Sea Hawk falls to 9–10 and will need to regroup quickly to stay within contention. With the Thunder finding their rhythm on the road, they are shaping up as a dangerous opponent heading into the second half of the season.