NBL WOMEN’S BASKETBALL PREVIEW

KALGOORLIE, Australia (Interstat) — The Warwick women’s basketball team visits Goldfields on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in an NBL matchup at Kalgoorlie that pits two of the league’s top contenders against each other.

Warwick (9-5 overall) carries a two-game winning streak into the contest after a 78-59 road victory over Joondalup City on June 5. The visiting side has been erratic early in the season, alternating wins and losses over its past six games, but boasts a powerful offense that has averaged 85.6 points across its five most recent outings.

Goldfields (7-4) enters Saturday’s game following an 87-77 home loss to Cockburn on June 6, ending a two-game win streak. The home team has been strong on its own floor, posting a 4-2 record at Kalgoorlie, and will look to rebound behind a frontcourt anchored by veteran forward Delaynie Byrne.

Saturday’s clash is the first of two scheduled meetings between the sides this season; the return game is set for July 25 at Warwick.

Players to watch

Warwick forward Mackenzie Clinch Hoycard has been a consistent contributor. In her past five games, she has averaged 11.4 points, 5.6 rebounds and 5.6 assists while logging 30 minutes per contest. She posted a season-high 18 points in a 98-83 win over Mandurah on May 29, and recorded nine assists in a 76-99 loss at Rockingham on May 23.

Goldfields’ Delaynie Byrne has been a dominant force in the paint. Over her last five appearances, she has averaged 19.8 points and 11.2 rebounds, including a 26-point, eight-rebound effort in a 95-88 win at Willetton on May 31. In the June 6 loss to Cockburn, Byrne played the full 40 minutes, collecting 23 points, 16 rebounds and two assists.

Recent results

Warwick’s most recent win featured Hoycard (11 points, seven rebounds), guard Chloe Forster (16 points, eight rebounds) and point guard Kyana Weir (15 points, four rebounds). The team’s only loss in its past four games came against Rockingham on May 23.

Goldfields’ last win came on May 31 when Byrne (26 points, eight rebounds) and guard Sierra Moore (22 points, 12 rebounds) led a 95-88 road victory over Willetton. The home side has dropped two of its last four contests.

Looking ahead

Both teams face busy schedules after Saturday. Warwick travels to Kalamunda on June 19, while Goldfields plays at Southwest on June 20. Saturday’s outcome could have playoff implications as the NBL season approaches its midpoint.

Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. local time at Kalgoorlie.