Undefeated Sturt Hosts Noarlunga City in NBL Women’s Clash

PASADENA, Australia (Interstat) — The undefeated Sturt women’s professional basketball team looks to continue its dominant start to the NBL season when it hosts the Noarlunga City Tigers at Pasadena on Friday, April 24, 2026.

Sturt (5-0) enters the contest as the league’s only remaining unbeaten team, having won its games by an average margin of 23.4 points. Their most recent performance was a 97-60 demolition of North Adelaide on April 17, led by 21 points from forward Tayla Brazel.

Brazel has been a consistent force for Sturt, averaging 17.7 points, 6.7 rebounds and 3.3 assists over her last three games. Her versatility on both ends of the floor will be central to Sturt’s game plan.

Noarlunga City (3-2) aims to rebound from a disappointing 63-46 home loss to South Adelaide on April 18. The Tigers’ offense stalled in that contest, shooting poorly from the field. Their success hinges heavily on the performance of forward Mollie McKendrick, who is coming off a 15-point, 13-rebound double-double in the loss. McKendrick has shown explosive scoring ability this season, including a 38-point outing in a win over Eastern on April 11.

The matchup presents a stark contrast in recent form. While Sturt’s defense has been suffocating, Noarlunga City has struggled offensively outside of McKendrick. The Tigers will need significant contributions from players like Holly Forbes and Rosie Williamson, who were bright spots in the last game, to challenge the league leaders.

Historically, this is the first scheduled meeting between the two sides this season. They are set to meet again in Noarlunga on June 27.

A Sturt victory would solidify its hold on first place, while a Noarlunga City upset would shake up the early standings and provide a major confidence boost after its last outing.

Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. local time at Pasadena.