The Whittlesea Pacers continued on their winning ways on Saturday night in the Big V men’s division 2 competition.
Undefeated this season, the Pacers were given a tough test on return from the break against the bottom of the table Melton Thoroughbreds.
The Thoroughbreds, who haven’t won since before Easter, managed to lead by three points at the first break.
The Pacers got going in the second quarter outscoring the Thoroughbreds 39-18, to lead by 18 points at the main break.
The Thoroughbreds showed some resistance in the third quarter and were able to bring the margin back to a gettable 10 points at the final break.
While the Thoroughbreds were able to win the final quarter, the Pacers had halted their momentum with an even final term.
Gabe Evans top scored with 29 points as all five starters scored double figures.
While the Pacers continue to get the wins, it was another tough night for the Craigieburn Eagles, who are down the bottom of the table.
On Saturday night, the Eagles faced the Altona Gators at Craigieburn Sports Stadium.
The Gators jumped out of the blocks and led by 16 points at quarter time and 25 points at the main break.
The Eagles showed some resistance in the third quarter and were able to reduce the margin by three points.
The last quarter was an even last quarter, and while the Eagles won it, it wasn’t enough with the side losing 105-85.
Guy Dupuy top scored for the Eagles with 24 points while Abraham Solano chipped in with 13 points off the bench.
The Eagles have just two wins from their 13 games.
It was a better night for the Eagles women in division 1, beating the Western Port Steelers on Saturday night.
The Eagles were able to steadily build a lead in the first three quarters to lead by eight points at the final break.
It was a low scoring final quarter, with the Eagles doing enough to cement a 72-67 win.
Courtney Strait continued her most valuable player form with 17 points to lead the way for the Eagles.
Three other players scored double figures as well.
The Eagles sit in fifth spot just a game outside the top four and having played one less game.
The Eagles face the Bellarine Storm on Saturday night.
