The Rockingham Flames Women bounced back in style on June 6, 2026, securing a hard-fought 79–67 victory over the East Perth Eagles Women in the National Women’s Basketball League1 West. Playing at the Rockingham Basketball Stadium, the Flames used a dominant second-half performance to overcome a sluggish start and claim a valuable home win.

Match Overview

Both teams entered the contest with contrasting forms: Rockingham were looking to snap a two-game skid, while East Perth aimed to build on a recent upset win. The Eagles started brightly, leading by five after the first quarter, but the Flames tightened their defense in the second half and found offensive rhythm to pull away.

Key Turning Points

• Second Quarter Defense: Rockingham held East Perth to just 12 points in the second period, turning a 20–15 deficit into a 36–32 halftime lead.
• Third Quarter Explosion: The Flames outscored the Eagles 24–18 in the third, with guard Sarah Mitchell scoring 10 points in the quarter alone.
• Closing Stretch: East Perth cut the lead to six with four minutes left, but Rockingham responded with an 8–0 run to seal the victory.

Standout Performers

Rockingham’s offense was led by Sarah Mitchell, who finished with a game-high 26 points, including 4 three-pointers, along with 7 assists. Forward Jade Williams recorded a double-double of 14 points and 13 rebounds. For East Perth, Lily Thompson top-scored with 19 points, while Mia Roberts added 12 points and 8 rebounds.

Season Impact

The win improved Rockingham’s record to 6–4, keeping them in the top half of the NBL1 West standings. East Perth dropped to 4–6, now sitting just outside the playoff places. The Flames will look to build on this momentum as they prepare for a tough road trip next week.