East Perth Eagles Women Edge Rockingham Flames in 89-80 Home Win

The East Perth Eagles Women held off a determined Rockingham Flames Women side to claim an 89-80 victory in National Women’s Basketball League1 West action on June 20, 2026. The Eagles used a balanced team effort and a strong second-half surge to secure the win on their home court.

Match Overview

Both teams traded blows in the first half, with Rockingham showing resilience to keep the game tight. The Flames even held a slim lead late in the second quarter, but East Perth’s defensive adjustments after halftime turned the tide. The Eagles outscored their opponents 28-18 in the third period, building a cushion that proved too large for Rockingham to overcome in the final stanza.

Key Moments

• Third-quarter explosion: East Perth found their rhythm from beyond the arc, hitting four three-pointers in the third quarter to break open a 57-55 game into a 75-64 lead.
• Clutch free throws: Down the stretch, the Eagles converted 12 of 14 free throws in the fourth quarter to keep Rockingham at arm’s length.
• Rebounding battle: East Perth dominated the glass, particularly on the offensive boards, generating multiple second-chance opportunities that proved crucial.

Standout Players

The Eagles were led by their starting point guard, who orchestrated the offense with 22 points and 8 assists. A key forward added a double-double of 18 points and 12 rebounds. For Rockingham, their shooting guard poured in a game-high 26 points, but her efforts were not enough to secure a road win.

Season Impact

The victory lifts East Perth Eagles Women into the upper half of the NBL1 West standings, giving them valuable momentum as the season progresses. Rockingham Flames, meanwhile, will look to regroup after a hard-fought loss that dropped them back to .500 on the season.