Thompson’s 32 points lead Hobart past Ballarat 98‑94
WENDOUREE, Australia (Interstat) — Sharna Thompson scored 32 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to lead Hobart to a 98-94 victory over Ballarat on Sunday in NBL1 women’s action. The 6-foot forward added four assists as Hobart improved to 5-8, snapping a two-game losing streak. Ballarat fell to 7-5 despite 26 points and 11 rebounds from Camille Hobby. Abigail Wehrung had 21 points and 11 assists for Ballarat, while Tishara Morehouse added 23 points for Hobart. Portia Chopping scored 19 points, Chloe Broomhall had 16 points and six rebounds and Elissa Brett contributed 18 points, eight rebounds and seven assists for Ballarat. Malia Fisher added 11 points and eight rebounds for Ballarat. Thompson has scored at least 19 points in her last three games, including 24 in a loss to Eltham on Saturday. Hobart’s win came after a 77-102 defeat to Eltham the previous day, while Ballarat had defeated Ringwood 107-72 on Saturday.