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Ringwood Hawks Women

04-07 16:00

82 - 86

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Nunawading Spectres Women

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Ringwood Hawks Women

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Ended82 - 86

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The Ringwood Hawks Women fell 86-82 to the Nunawading Spectres Women in a tightly contested National Women’s Basketball League1 South clash on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. In a game that went down to the final possessions, the Spectres managed to hold off a late Hawks rally to secure a crucial four-point road victory. The match was a significant result in the context of the league table, with both teams fighting for playoff positioning as the regular season progressed. The Spectres set the early tone, establishing a lead through efficient perimeter shooting and aggressive defense. The Hawks struggled to find their rhythm in the first half, allowing Nunawading to build a double-digit advantage by the main break. After halftime, Ringwood mounted a determined comeback, spearheaded by a surge in defensive intensity and fast-break opportunities. The Hawks chipped away at the deficit throughout the third and fourth quarters, eventually drawing level in the final minutes. However, the experience of the Spectres shone through in the clutch, as they executed their offensive sets flawlessly down the stretch, hitting critical free throws to seal the 86-82 win. Key performances included a standout scoring display from the Spectres' backcourt and a valiant double-double effort from a Hawks forward. The result provided a vital boost for Nunawading Spectres Women in the standings, solidifying their place in the upper tier of the competition. For the Ringwood Hawks, the narrow loss represented a missed opportunity to gain ground, but their fighting spirit in the comeback will be a positive takeaway. Post-match, the Spectres' coach praised his team's composure, stating, "We knew Ringwood would make a run at home, and I'm proud of how we responded to that pressure in the last two minutes." The Ringwood Hawks Women's coach reflected on the slow start, saying, "We dug ourselves a hole early and spent all our energy climbing out. We need to bring that final-quarter intensity from the opening tip." The starting lineups featured the usual key players for both sides, with the Spectres' guards and the Hawks' interior players having notable influences on the match outcome.