CoLA Southwark Pride claimed the WNBL Division One playoff title as they upset Endeavour Ipswich Basketball 72-56, denying the Suffolk side a historic treble.
After an even first half in which neither team would lead by more than nine, a 20-7 third frame where CoLA cranked up their defensive effort made all the difference. Pride also dominated the rebounding battle 70-47, racking up 24 second-chance points in the process.
For all their offensive firepower, the Suffolk outfit were kept in check as CoLA held Ipswich to nearly half of their regular season average of 88.0PPG.
“It was a disappointing end to what has been an unbelievable season for this team. All credit to CoLA, they played a heck of a game and they deserved the win. This will hurt for a while but once we get some perspective, two National Championships and a another final is a pretty unbelievable achievement”. Said Head Coach Nick Drane.
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