Dandenong Rangers Women Dominate Frankston Blues in NBL1 South Showdown

Dandenong, Victoria – June 20, 2026 – The Dandenong Rangers Women delivered a commanding performance at home on Saturday afternoon, defeating the Frankston Blues Women 81–63 in a National Women’s Basketball League1 South matchup. The Rangers used a stifling defense and balanced scoring to control the game from start to finish.

Match Overview

Dandenong jumped out to a 22–12 lead in the first quarter, forcing Frankston into tough contested shots and capitalizing on fast-break opportunities. The Blues briefly cut the margin to single digits in the third quarter, but the Rangers responded with a 16–4 run to put the game out of reach. The final score reflected Dandenong’s dominance on both ends of the floor.

Key Moments

• Early Statement: Dandenong’s center Chloe Watts scored 8 points in the first six minutes, drawing fouls and converting from the line to set the tone.
• Second-Quarter Slam: The Rangers extended their lead to 44–28 at halftime, holding Frankston to just 28% shooting in the period.
• Blues’ Hope Fades: Frankston’s star guard Rachel Kim scored 10 points in the third quarter to trim the lead to 60–51, but back-to-back three-pointers from Dandenong’s Hannah Lee restored a comfortable margin.

Standout Performers

Dandenong Rangers: Chloe Watts led all scorers with 24 points and 10 rebounds, while guard Hannah Lee added 17 points and 6 assists. Forward Olivia Martin contributed 12 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 blocks.

Frankston Blues: Rachel Kim finished with 18 points and 5 assists, but received little support as the Blues’ bench managed only 9 points total. Center Tara Jenkins recorded 10 points and 7 boards in a losing cause.

Season Impact

Dandenong improves to 14–4 in NBL1 South, strengthening their hold on a top-three position. Frankston drops to 7–11 and faces an uphill battle to reach the playoffs. The Rangers will look to continue their momentum in a key road game next week, while the Blues aim to regroup at home.