RUNCORN, Australia (Interstat) — Stephanie Bairstow recorded 10 points and 14 rebounds to lead South West Metro to a 74-61 victory over Ipswich on Sunday, May 31, 2026, in Australia NBL One women’s basketball action.

Hannah Simental added 20 points, six rebounds and six assists for the home team, while Charlotte Whittaker contributed 18 points and six rebounds. Jenna Kilty scored 13 points, Kate Head had nine and Jovana Ilic chipped in four points with six rebounds. South West Metro improved to 2-6.

Valerie Huerta paced Ipswich with 20 points, five rebounds and four assists. Hannah Young recorded 13 points and six rebounds, Olivia West added nine points and Courtenay Wragg finished with four points. Ipswich fell to 2-5.

The game marked the second meeting of the season between the sides, with Ipswich winning the previous matchup 75-59 on April 18. Bairstow’s double-double anchored South West Metro’s balanced attack from the outset.