Mandurah Magic Women 91 – 79 Goldfields Giants Women
NBL1 West – June 21, 2026

Match Overview

The Mandurah Magic Women continued their strong form in the National Women’s Basketball League1 West with a commanding 91–79 victory over the Goldfields Giants Women on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Playing on their home court, the Magic controlled the tempo from the opening tip and never trailed by more than a single possession, using a decisive third-quarter surge to put the game out of reach.

First Half: Building a Foundation

Mandurah came out with aggressive full-court pressure, forcing early turnovers that translated into fast-break points. The Magic’s backcourt duo of guard Emily Carter and forward Jessica Tran combined for 16 first‑half points, while center Olivia Barnes dominated the glass with eight rebounds. Goldfields stayed close through the sharp shooting of guard Mia Delaney, who knocked down three triples in the second quarter, but the Giants entered halftime trailing 47–39.

Third Quarter Decisive Run

The Magic exploded out of the break, opening the third period with a 14–2 run over the first four minutes. Carter orchestrated the offense with pinpoint passes, finding Tran for back‑to‑back layups and Barnes for a dunk that brought the home crowd to its feet. By the end of the quarter, Mandurah had stretched the lead to 74–58, effectively sealing the outcome.

Key Performers

• Emily Carter (Mandurah): A near triple-double with 22 points, 9 assists, and 8 rebounds. Her court vision was the catalyst for the Magic’s offense.
• Jessica Tran (Mandurah): 26 points on 11-of-15 shooting, plus 6 rebounds. She was unstoppable in transition.
• Olivia Barnes (Mandurah): 14 points, 14 rebounds, and 4 blocks – a double-double anchored the paint.
• Mia Delaney (Goldfields): 27 points (5-of-9 from deep) in a losing effort, showing why she is one of the league’s top scorers.

Table Impact

With the win, Mandurah improved to 9–3 on the season, solidifying their hold on second place in the NBL1 West standings. Goldfields dropped to 5–7, now sitting just outside the playoff places. The Magic’s depth and defensive intensity suggest they are genuine title contenders in 2026.

What’s Next

Mandurah travels to face the Perry Lakes Hawks next Saturday, while Goldfields returns home to host the Rockingham Flames. Both teams will look to build on their strengths – the Magic’s fast‑break game and the Giants’ perimeter shooting.