Mandurah Magic Women continued their dominant home-court form with an emphatic 83–68 victory over the Warwick Senators Women in National Women’s Basketball League1 West action on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The Magic used a blistering first quarter to build a lead they never relinquished, improving their record in front of a passionate home crowd at Mandurah Aquatic Centre.

Game Flow

Mandurah exploded out of the gates, pouring in 28 points in the first quarter while holding Warwick to just 14. The Senators struggled to contain the Magic's fast-paced transition game, and despite a spirited second-half effort, they could never cut the deficit to single digits. The Magic's lead ballooned to as many as 22 points in the third quarter before they cruised to the finish.

Warwick’s defense tightened in the second half, but they could not generate enough offense to mount a serious comeback. The Senators shot just 36% from the field and were outrebounded 45–34.

Turning Points

• First-quarter blitz: Mandurah opened 12-of-18 from the floor, including 4-of-6 from three-point range, to take a 28–14 lead after 10 minutes.
• Crucial run in third: After Warwick cut the lead to 12 early in the third, the Magic responded with a 10–2 run to push the margin back to 20.
• Defensive stand: Mandurah forced 18 turnovers, converting them into 22 fast-break points.

Standout Performers

Mandurah’s forward Megan Taylor was unstoppable, finishing with 24 points and 11 rebounds on 10-of-14 shooting. Point guard Lisa Grant added 16 points and 9 assists, orchestrating the offense with precision. For Warwick, center Emily Watson led the way with 19 points and 10 rebounds in a losing cause.

Standings Impact

The victory improves Mandurah to 12–3 on the season, tying them for first place in the NWBL1 West. Warwick falls to 9–6, dropping to fourth. The Magic's depth and scoring punch make them a formidable contender as the season progresses.