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Vincent DeAngelo’s 35 leads stacked 15-game slate

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Vincent DeAngelo’s 35 leads stacked 15-game slate
Vincent DeAngelo’s 35 leads stacked 15-game slate

Northern Force guard Vincent DeAngelo erupted for 35 points, adding 7 rebounds and 6 assists in a dominant all-round performance. Photo: Mitch Barlow

Vincent DeAngelo’s 35-point performance leads stacked 2026 NBL1 South men’s round 2 weekend

Nunawading Spectres 98, Ringwood Hawks 77 – Watch the Replay

Norwood Secondary College — April 7, 2026
Halftime: 40–40

Nunawading Spectres broke open a tight contest in the second half, outscoring Ringwood Hawks 54–37 after halftime to secure a 98–77 win.

The game was level at the break before Nunawading took control with a 32-point third quarter to create separation.

Game Snapshot

  • Quarter scores: Ringwood 20–20, 20–24, 20–32, 17–22
  • Largest lead: Nunawading +23
  • Game context: Even first half before Nunawading’s third-quarter surge

Owen Lobsinger led Nunawading with 19 points on 8-of-11 shooting, while Christian D’Angelo added 18 points and 8 rebounds.

Dyson King-Hawea was highly efficient with 15 points on 7-of-8 shooting, and Joe Mutimer contributed 10 points and 6 assists.

Tom Carroll led Ringwood with 23 points, hitting five threes, while Harry Sealey added 11 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists.

Chris Brandon also finished with 11 points and 6 rebounds, but Ringwood struggled to contain Nunawading’s scoring depth.

By the Numbers

  • Owen Lobsinger (NUN): 19 pts | 72.7% FG
  • Tom Carroll (RIN): 23 pts | 5 3PT
  • Dyson King-Hawea (NUN): 15 pts | 87.5% FG

Eltham Wildcats 83, Ringwood Hawks 79 – Watch the Replay

Norwood Secondary College — April 9, 2026
Halftime: Ringwood 35–38

Eltham Wildcats edged Ringwood Hawks 83–79 in a tight contest, using a strong finish to close out a four-point win.

The game remained within single digits throughout, with Eltham holding their composure late after trailing at quarter time.

Game Snapshot

  • Quarter scores: Ringwood 23–21, 12–17, 23–22, 21–23
  • Largest lead: Eltham +6
  • Game context: Back-and-forth game decided in the final minutes

Harrison Hornery led Eltham with 18 points, while TJ Weeks added 16 points and 4 assists.

Zak Cunningham contributed 15 points and 8 rebounds, and Mitchell McCarron added 10 points and 4 assists in a balanced team performance.

Harry Sealey paced Ringwood with 24 points and 5 assists, while Chris Brandon added 13 points and 16 rebounds.

Tom Carroll contributed 15 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists, but Ringwood fell just short despite efficient shooting.

By the Numbers

  • Harry Sealey (RIN): 24 pts | 52.6% FG
  • Harrison Hornery (ELT): 18 pts | 85.7% FT
  • Chris Brandon (RIN): 13 pts | 16 reb

Sandringham Sabres 113, Diamond Valley Eagles 90 – Watch the Replay

Diamond Valley Sports & Fitness Centre — April 10, 2026
Halftime: Sandringham 57–36

Sandringham Sabres powered past Diamond Valley Eagles 113–90, building a dominant first-half lead before maintaining control throughout the second half.

A 31-point second quarter broke the game open, with Sandringham extending the margin to 21 at halftime and never looking back.

Game Snapshot

  • Quarter scores: Diamond Valley 22–26, 14–31, 24–31, 30–25
  • Largest lead: Sandringham +25
  • Game context: Sabres’ second-quarter surge created separation

Elliott Brown led Sandringham with 29 points and 6 assists, while Kaylan Kitto added 19 points on 7-of-9 shooting.

Kyle Bowen contributed 18 points and 6 rebounds, and Malith Machar added 16 points, highlighting Sandringham’s offensive efficiency.

Christopher Elder led Diamond Valley with 16 points, while Ryley Haywood added 12 points.

Mitchell Blackburn also contributed 11 points, but Diamond Valley struggled to contain Sandringham’s balanced attack.

By the Numbers

  • Elliott Brown (SAB): 29 pts | 6 ast
  • Kaylan Kitto (SAB): 19 pts | 77.8% FG
  • Christopher Elder (DV): 16 pts | 60% 3PT

Frankston Blues 101, Casey Cavaliers 90 – Watch the Replay

Casey Stadium — April 11, 2026
Halftime: Frankston 55–42

Frankston Blues controlled the contest from the second quarter onward, defeating Casey Cavaliers 101–90 behind an efficient offensive performance.

A 29-point second quarter created separation, with Frankston maintaining the lead through the second half despite Casey’s late push.

Game Snapshot

  • Quarter scores: Casey 22–26, 20–29, 18–20, 30–26
  • Largest lead: Frankston +15
  • Game context: Blues’ second-quarter run set the tone

Austin Shelley led Frankston with 22 points and 5 assists, while Daniel Trist added 20 points and 11 rebounds.

Jack Stanwix also scored 20 points, and Tom Garrett provided a strong lift off the bench with 17 points on 7-of-10 shooting.

Ibrahima Diallo led Casey with 17 points and 8 rebounds, while Preston Bungei added 16 points and 6 assists.

Patrick Ryan contributed 14 points, but Casey couldn’t overcome Frankston’s offensive efficiency.

By the Numbers

  • Austin Shelley (FRA): 22 pts | 5 ast
  • Daniel Trist (FRA): 20 pts | 11 reb
  • Ibrahima Diallo (CAS): 17 pts | 8 reb

Nunawading Spectres 97, Waverley Falcons 94 – Watch the Replay

Nunawading Basketball Centre — April 11, 2026
Halftime: Nunawading 47–36

Nunawading Spectres held off a late Waverley surge to secure a tight 97–94 win, controlling the middle quarters before closing it out down the stretch.

A 32-point second quarter proved decisive, with Nunawading building a buffer that withstood Waverley’s fourth-quarter push.

Game Snapshot

  • Quarter scores: Nunawading 15–20, 32–16, 24–29, 26–29
  • Largest lead: Nunawading +16
  • Game context: Spectres’ second-quarter run created separation

Dylan Penn led Nunawading with 18 points and 11 assists, controlling tempo and creating scoring opportunities.

Christian D’Angelo added 24 points and 10 rebounds, while Benjamin Griscti recorded a double-double with 14 points and 13 rebounds.

Gabe Hadley powered Waverley with 31 points on 12-of-20 shooting, including six three-pointers.

Malik Meunier contributed 16 points, while Matthew McCarthy added 15 points and 9 rebounds in support.

By the Numbers

  • Christian D’Angelo (NUN): 24 pts | 10 reb
  • Dylan Penn (NUN): 18 pts | 11 ast
  • Gabe Hadley (WAV): 31 pts

Hobart Chargers 105, Kilsyth Cobras 89 – Watch the Replay

Kilsyth Sports Centre — April 11, 2026
Halftime: Hobart 58–37

Hobart Chargers set the tone early and never let Kilsyth Cobras back into the contest, securing a 105–89 road win at Kilsyth Sports Centre.

A 31-point opening quarter and 27-point second quarter gave Hobart full control by halftime, and the Chargers maintained that cushion across the second half.

Game Snapshot

  • Quarter scores: Kilsyth 22–31, 15–27, 24–25, 28–22
  • Largest lead: Hobart +21
  • Game context: Hobart’s first-half offensive burst created the separation

Jacob Richards starred for Hobart with 31 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists, shooting 13-of-16 from the field in an efficient interior display.

Luke Rosendale added 22 points, while Anthony Drmic contributed 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists as the Chargers shot 58.5% from the field.

Corey Jeffs led Kilsyth with 19 points, knocking down five threes, while Adrian Tomada added 13 points and 5 assists.

Chris Joseph Payton Jr also scored 13 points, but Kilsyth’s slow start left too much ground to make up.

By the Numbers

  • Jacob Richards (HOB): 31 pts | 8 reb | 5 ast
  • Luke Rosendale (HOB): 22 pts | 5 3PT
  • Corey Jeffs (KIL): 19 pts | 5 3PT

Diamond Valley Eagles 94, Mt Gambier Pioneers 81 – Watch the Replay

Diamond Valley Sports & Fitness Centre — April 11, 2026
Halftime: Diamond Valley 55–50

Diamond Valley Eagles took control in the third quarter and closed out a 94–81 win over Mt Gambier Pioneers at Diamond Valley Sports & Fitness Centre.

After a high-scoring first half, the Eagles held Mt Gambier to 10 points in the third quarter and used that defensive stretch to create separation.

Game Snapshot

Quarter scores: Diamond Valley 34–22, 21–28, 20–10, 19–21
Diamond Valley controlled the rebounds 54–42
Mt Gambier committed just 6 turnovers, but shot 36.5% from the field

Ryley Haywood led Diamond Valley with 27 points on 12-of-23 shooting, while Mirko Djeric controlled the game with 8 points, 9 rebounds and 14 assists.

Mitchell Blackburn added 15 points and 13 rebounds, Emmanuel Malou had 15 points and 9 rebounds, and Daniel Poelsma gave the Eagles 12 points on 4-of-6 shooting.

Ngor Manyang led Mt Gambier with 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Micale Mee added 14 points and Collin Moore scored 13.

By the Numbers

Ryley Haywood (DV): 27 pts | 6 reb
Mirko Djeric (DV): 8 pts | 9 reb | 14 ast
Ngor Manyang (MGP): 21 pts | 10 reb

Ringwood Hawks 101, Northern Force 94 – Watch the Replay

Norwood Secondary College — April 11, 2026
Halftime: Ringwood 57–48

Ringwood Hawks rode a dominant first half to a 101–94 win over Northern Force, holding off a late push to close out the contest at Norwood Secondary College.

A 32-point second quarter gave Ringwood control, and despite Northern Force rallying late, the Hawks held firm down the stretch.

Game Snapshot

  • Quarter scores: Ringwood 25–26, 32–22, 28–20, 16–26
  • Largest lead: Ringwood +17
  • Game context: Hawks’ second-quarter surge created separation

Uche Dibiamaka led Ringwood with 34 points on 13-of-25 shooting, adding four made threes in a high-usage scoring performance.

Harry Sealey contributed 21 points and 6 assists, while Lawson Eales was perfect from the field with 16 points on 6-of-6 shooting.

Vincent DeAngelo delivered a standout performance for Northern Force with 35 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists on 72% shooting.

Kye Savage added 22 points, but Northern Force couldn’t overcome Ringwood’s early deficit.

By the Numbers

  • Uche Dibiamaka (RIN): 34 pts
  • Vincent DeAngelo (NF): 35 pts | 7 reb | 6 ast
  • Harry Sealey (RIN): 21 pts | 6 ast

Dandenong Rangers 87, Eltham Wildcats 75 – Watch the Replay

Dandenong Basketball Stadium — April 12, 2026
Halftime: 39–42

Dandenong Rangers surged in the second half to defeat Eltham Wildcats 87–75, turning a halftime deficit into a controlled double-digit win at home.

A strong defensive fourth quarter, holding Eltham to just 13 points, sealed the result after a tight opening three quarters.

Game Snapshot

  • Quarter scores: Dandenong 19–22, 20–20, 23–20, 25–13
  • Largest lead: Dandenong +12
  • Game context: Rangers’ fourth-quarter defence closed the game

Harrison Froling led Dandenong with 31 points and 9 rebounds, shooting efficiently inside and drawing consistent contact.

Michael Meadows added 18 points on 7-of-11 shooting, while Joe Palmer contributed 16 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists in an all-round performance.

Zak Cunningham led Eltham with 16 points on 8-of-11 shooting, while Leonardo Colimério recorded a double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds.

Mitchell McCarron added 12 points, but Eltham’s 20.7% three-point shooting limited their scoring late.

By the Numbers

  • Harrison Froling (DAN): 31 pts | 9 reb
  • Joe Palmer (DAN): 16 pts | 9 reb | 5 ast
  • Zak Cunningham (ELT): 16 pts

Northern Force 100, Keilor Thunder 94 – Watch the Replay

Keilor Stadium — April 12, 2026
Halftime: Keilor 50–46

Northern Force closed strong in the fourth quarter to defeat Keilor Thunder 100–94, overturning a halftime deficit with a 30-point final term.

After Keilor controlled the second quarter, Northern Force lifted their efficiency late to secure the win on the road.

Game Snapshot

  • Quarter scores: Keilor 20–24, 30–22, 20–24, 24–30
  • Largest lead: Keilor +8
  • Game context: Northern Force’s fourth-quarter execution sealed the result

Logan Gibson led Northern Force with 24 points on 9-of-10 shooting, while Aaron Ridley III added 23 points.

Vincent DeAngelo contributed 18 points, and Kye Savage filled the stat sheet with 17 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists.

Daniel Foster paced Keilor with 26 points, while Deng Dut added 16 points, 5 assists and 5 steals.

Landon Seaman also scored 16 points, but Keilor couldn’t match Northern Force’s late offensive efficiency.

By the Numbers

  • Logan Gibson (NF): 24 pts | 90% FG
  • Aaron Ridley III (NF): 23 pts
  • Daniel Foster (KEI): 26 pts

Geelong United 89, Mt Gambier Pioneers 86 – Watch the Replay

The Geelong Arena — April 12, 2026
Halftime: Geelong 47–47

Geelong United held off Mt Gambier Pioneers 89–86 in a tight finish after controlling much of the second half at The Geelong Arena.

After an even first half, Geelong edged in front in the third quarter and did enough late to close out the three-point win.

Game Snapshot

  • Quarter scores: Geelong 22–28, 25–19, 24–15, 18–24
  • Largest lead: Geelong +9
  • Game context: Geelong’s third-quarter push created the separation

Lachlan Barker led Geelong with 23 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists, while Demarcus Gatlin added 21 points and 8 rebounds.

Deng Riak contributed 19 points on 8-of-11 shooting, and Liam Herbert added 17 points and 7 assists in a strong backcourt performance.

Collin Moore led the Pioneers with 29 points and 10 rebounds, while Ngor Manyang added 24 points, 10 rebounds and 4 blocks.

Scott Telfer also contributed 17 points and 5 assists, but Mt Gambier fell just short late.

By the Numbers

  • Lachlan Barker (GEL): 23 pts | 8 reb | 4 ast
  • Collin Moore (MGP): 29 pts | 10 reb
  • Ngor Manyang (MGP): 24 pts | 10 reb | 4 blk

Waverley Falcons 90, Hobart Chargers 75 – Watch the Replay

Waverley Basketball Centre — April 12, 2026
Halftime: Hobart 41–38

Waverley Falcons pulled away in the second half to defeat Hobart Chargers 90–75, using a dominant third quarter to take control at Waverley Basketball Centre.

After trailing at halftime, Waverley flipped the game with a 25–20 third period before closing strongly in the fourth.

Game Snapshot

  • Quarter scores: Waverley 16–23, 22–18, 25–20, 27–14
  • Largest lead: Waverley +17
  • Game context: Waverley’s second-half defence and scoring surge broke the game open

Miles Gibson led Waverley with 30 points on 12-of-17 shooting, including 6-of-7 from three, setting the tone offensively.

Gabe Hadley added 26 points, while Malik Meunier delivered a standout all-around performance with 15 points, 8 assists and 10 steals.

Luke Rosendale led Hobart with 25 points, while Jacob Richards added 16 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists.

Anthony Drmic contributed 15 points and 7 rebounds, but Hobart struggled to keep pace in the final quarter.

By the Numbers

  • Miles Gibson (WAV): 30 pts | 8 reb | 6 threes
  • Gabe Hadley (WAV): 26 pts | 4 threes
  • Luke Rosendale (HOB): 25 pts

Melbourne Tigers 96, Ballarat Miners 75 – Watch the Replay

Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre — April 12, 2026
Halftime: Melbourne 44–34

Melbourne Tigers broke the game open in the third quarter to secure a commanding 96–75 win over Ballarat Miners at Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre.

After building a 10-point halftime lead, Melbourne exploded in the third with a 34–13 quarter to take full control.

Game Snapshot

  • Quarter scores: Melbourne 18–14, 26–20, 34–13, 18–28
  • Largest lead: Melbourne +25
  • Game context: A dominant third quarter separated the teams decisively

George Blagojevic led Melbourne with 20 points and 11 rebounds, anchoring the interior.

Jack Purchase added 14 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 blocks, while Tom Wilson contributed 13 points, 7 assists and 5 steals in an all-around performance.

Michael Wearne chipped in 13 points, giving Melbourne strong perimeter support.

Lachlan Dent and Jaden Campbell combined for 43 points, but Ballarat struggled to generate consistent offence outside their starters.

Yak Nyuon was active defensively with 3 blocks, while Cearius Warren added 10 rebounds.

By the Numbers

  • George Blagojevic (MEL): 20 pts | 11 reb
  • Jack Purchase (MEL): 14 pts | 7 reb | 7 ast | 4 blk
  • Lachlan Dent (BAL): 22 pts

Bendigo Braves 86, Knox Raiders 75 – Watch the Replay

Red Energy Arena Bendigo — April 12, 2026
Halftime: Bendigo 44–38

Bendigo Braves controlled the second half to defeat Knox Raiders 86–75, pulling away after a tight opening half at Red Energy Arena.

A strong third quarter from Bendigo created separation before they closed the game out defensively.

Game Snapshot

  • Quarter scores: Bendigo 20–21, 24–17, 26–28, 16–9
  • Largest lead: Bendigo +13
  • Game context: Bendigo’s defence held Knox to just nine points in the fourth

Biwali Bayles delivered a game-high 33 points and 7 assists, leading Bendigo’s offence.

Jarvis Doles added 20 points and 7 rebounds, while Ray Turner contributed 9 points and 8 rebounds in support.

Trazarien White led Knox with 21 points, while Tad Dufelmeier added 14 points, 6 assists and 4 steals.

Jordan Hunter finished with 14 points and 9 rebounds, but Knox struggled to generate scoring in the final period.

By the Numbers

  • Biwali Bayles (BEN): 33 pts | 7 ast
  • Jarvis Doles (BEN): 20 pts | 7 reb
  • Trazarien White (KNX): 21 pts

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