MOUNT WAVERLEY, Australia (Interstat) – The Diamond Valley Eagles, sporting the second-best record in the NBL1 South women’s conference, visit the Waverley Falcons on Monday, June 8, 2026, in a pivotal midseason matchup at Mount Waverley.

Diamond Valley (9-4) enters the contest seeking to rebound from a one-point road loss, 82-81, at Eltham on May 30. The Eagles have been one of the conference’s most potent offensive teams, averaging 89.4 points per game, and have won six of their last eight outings. Waverley (7-7) has reached the .500 mark after a 91-70 road victory over the Bendigo Braves on May 30, snapping a two-game losing streak. The Falcons have split their last six games.

For Diamond Valley, forward Alexandra Sharp has been the offensive catalyst. Over her last two games, Sharp has averaged 24.5 points and 11.5 rebounds. In the loss to Eltham, she logged 42 minutes, scoring 23 points and grabbing 17 rebounds. Two days earlier, she posted 26 points and six rebounds in a 109-93 win over Bendigo. Guard Abbey Ellis has been a steady contributor, while forward Shannon Dufficy provides interior presence.

Waverley counters with forward Madelynn Utti, who has posted three double-doubles in her last four games. Utti recorded 24 points and 17 rebounds in the win over Bendigo, and had 17 points and 12 rebounds in a 72-67 victory over Geelong on May 24. She has been the Falcons’ most consistent performer, averaging 16.8 points and 10.5 rebounds over her last four outings. Katelyn Shumate has added scoring and playmaking from the perimeter.

The matchup features contrasting styles: Diamond Valley’s high-octane offense against Waverley’s defensive-minded approach. The Eagles rank among the conference leaders in scoring, while the Falcons have held opponents to 74.1 points per game over their last seven contests. Waverley’s home-court advantage could prove critical, as the Falcons are 4-2 at Mount Waverley this season.

Diamond Valley will look to tighten its defense after allowing 82 points to Eltham. The Eagles have been vulnerable on the road, splitting six away games. Waverley, seeking its first win over a top-three opponent this season, will rely on Utti’s rebounding and Shumate’s perimeter shooting to control pace.

Tipoff is scheduled for Monday evening at Mount Waverley. The game marks the first of a three-game road stretch for Diamond Valley, while Waverley opens a four-game homestand.