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What’s happening?

The Townsville Fire delivered a commanding performance tonight, defeating the Sydney Flames 89-75 at the Fire Pit.

The 14-point victory not only extended the Fire’s winning momentum but also locked in a top 3 finish on the WNBL ladder, securing their spot in the post-season finals.

Why it matters?

With their top 3 finish now guaranteed, the Fire are in a strong position heading into the finals. Tonight’s win showcased their ability to perform under pressure and further solidified their reputation as one of the league’s elite teams. “Every team we play from here on out are going to be fighting for a spot, so for us it’s important not to look too far ahead… making sure we come out and not allow them to be the team that jumps us,” said Fire coach Shannon Seebohm before the match.

His team clearly rose to the challenge, delivering a fiery display in front of their home crowd.

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Local Impact

The victory reinforced Townsville’s connection to the Fire, with local fans turning out in droves to cheer on their team. Alex Fowler, a local star and a key player in tonight’s win, has been instrumental in the Fire’s success this season. “I’m glad Nia’s here and I can go back to my spot! … I think that’s what I learned in those games, I can be versatile.”

Fowler, inspired by her childhood idol and current Sydney Flames player Cayla George, continues to be a beacon for aspiring basketballers in the community: “When I was little, I used to go to all the games and Fire camps and she’d be there… She would like say hi to me and I would like fangirl and say oh my god she remembers me.”

By the Numbers

  • 89-75: The Fire’s 14-point win over the Flames at home.
  • Top 3: Townsville has secured a top 3 finish ahead of the finals.
  • 7 of 8 games: The Fire have won seven of their last eight matches, showcasing consistency and dominance.

Zoom In

The Fire’s consistency was on display tonight, as they combined strong defence with an explosive offence to outlast the Flames. Coach Seebohm, while proud of recent performances, continues to push the team for improvement: “We played well… but the biggest thing we’re trying to find now is consistency. We had a couple of good defensive quarters but then a couple of not so good ones.”

Zoom Out

As the WNBL finals approach, Townsville is peaking at the right time.

Their form over the last eight games has made them one of the strongest teams in the competition, and tonight’s win only cements their status as serious title contenders.

What to Look For Next?

With their place in the finals secured, the Fire will now focus on fine-tuning their game and preparing for the challenges ahead.

The local community will be eager to see if Townsville can turn their top 3 finish into a championship-winning season.

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