Penrith Panthers Women 60 – 73 Sydney Comets Women | National Women’s Basketball League1 East | May 3, 2026

The Sydney Comets Women travelled to Penrith and left with a commanding 73–60 victory over the Panthers in NBL1 East action. The Comets used a stifling defensive effort and a balanced scoring attack to control the game from start to finish, handing the Panthers a third consecutive defeat on their home floor.

Comets control the tempo early

From the opening tip, Sydney set a physical tone. They denied Penrith easy looks inside and forced the Panthers into quick, contested shots. Offensively, the Comets moved the ball patiently, finding open shooters in the corners and exploiting mismatches in the paint. By the end of the first quarter, Sydney had built a 20–12 lead, and they extended it to 38–26 by halftime.

Panthers struggle to find rhythm

Penrith’s offense never truly got into a flow. Their primary scorers were held in check, and the team shot just 34% from the field for the game. Turnovers were also a problem—the Panthers gave the ball away 16 times, leading to 18 points for the Comets. The home side did manage a brief run in the third quarter, cutting the lead to single digits, but Sydney responded with a 9–2 spurt to re-establish control.

Strong fourth quarter seals the win

With a 55–44 lead entering the final period, Sydney maintained discipline on both ends. They continued to execute their half-court offense, getting high-percentage shots and limiting Penrith to one-and-done possessions. The Comets’ bench outscored the Panthers’ reserves 22–10, providing valuable minutes and preserving energy for the starters down the stretch.

Standout performers

• Sydney Comets: A balanced attack saw four players reach double figures, led by 18 points from their starting shooting guard, who also added 6 rebounds and 4 steals.
• Penrith Panthers: The Panthers' forward contributed 14 points and 8 rebounds, but lacked consistent support from the rest of the rotation.

What it means

The win improves the Comets to 5–4 on the season, snapping a two-game losing streak and keeping them in the playoff hunt in the NBL1 East. For Penrith (3–6), the losing skid continues, and they will need to find answers quickly. Defensive intensity and offensive execution have both slipped in recent weeks, and the Panthers face a tough stretch of games ahead against division leaders.