Hank powers Bendigo Braves to 89‑79 win over Kilsyth

BENDIGO, Australia (Interstat) — Hannah Hank scored 30 points and grabbed nine rebounds to lead the Bendigo Braves to an 89-79 victory over the Kilsyth Cobras on Sunday in NBL One women’s professional basketball. Hank also recorded two blocks. Kelly Wilson dished 15 assists to go with nine points and four rebounds for the Braves, who improved to 5-9. Jessica Smith added 18 points, Olivia Pollerd contributed 14 points and eight rebounds with five assists, and Mia Harvey had 12 points and seven rebounds. For Kilsyth (4-10), Emme Shearer led with 19 points and five rebounds, Nikita Young scored 17 points with eight assists, and Lily Exton added eight points and eight rebounds. Kylie Horstmeyer had nine points and four rebounds, and Georgia McBean chipped in seven points and six rebounds. The Braves shot efficiently from the field and from three-point range while holding the Cobras to a lower shooting percentage. Bendigo built a lead in the first half and never trailed, securing the win on their home court. The teams are scheduled to meet again July 18 at Kilsyth.