Willetton vs. Perry Lakes

FLOREAT, Australia (Interstat) — Two teams near the bottom of the NBL1 West women’s standings meet Friday when the Perry Lakes Hawks host the Willetton Tigers at 7 p.m. at Floreat.

Perry Lakes (4-9) has lost four of its last five, including a 101-97 loss to Mandurah on June 13. The Hawks’ offense has been fueled by forward Bridgette Rettstatt, who posted 19 points and 11 rebounds in that game and has recorded double-doubles in four of her last five appearances. Over that stretch, she averaged 18.4 points and 13.6 rebounds.

Willetton (3-9) has dropped eight straight, most recently an 81-74 defeat to Lakeside on June 12. The Tigers’ leading scorer is Emma Calvert, who poured in 33 points, eight rebounds and two assists in that loss. In her last three games, Calvert has averaged 24 points and 7.7 rebounds while logging at least 33 minutes each time.

The visiting Tigers have struggled on defense, allowing 95.4 points per game over their last 10 contests. Willetton’s lone bright spot has been forward Nija Collier, who grabbed 24 rebounds against Lakeside.

Perry Lakes counter with Makenna Marisa, who scored 35 points against Mandurah, and guard Mila Wawszkowicz, who added 18 points.

Friday’s matchup marks the first meeting between the teams this season. Perry Lakes will look to improve its 2-4 home record, while Willetton seeks its first road win after dropping seven straight away from home.