NBA
PBA
WNBA
NBA Summer League
Philippines MPBL
PBA Governors' Cup
Philippines Chairman Cup
Africa
Americas
Asian
Australia
China
Europe
Germany
International
Italy
Japan
Philippines
Russia
South Korea
Spain
United States
Hobart Chargers Women Dominate Bendigo Braves in NBL1 South Opener
The Hobart Chargers Women kicked off their National Women’s Basketball League1 South campaign in emphatic fashion, securing a commanding 90-69 victory over the Bendigo Braves Women on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Playing in front of their home crowd, the Chargers overwhelmed the visitors with a balanced offensive attack and stifling defense that set the tone for the season ahead.
The Bendigo Braves, a traditionally strong side in the NBL1 South, struggled to find their rhythm against a relentless Hobart defense. The Chargers jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, extending their advantage quarter by quarter. By halftime, the home team had built a double-digit cushion that the Braves could not close.
Match Overview
The contest, held on the early Saturday afternoon tip-off at 3:00 PM AEST, showcased the Chargers' depth. Multiple Hobart players reached double figures in scoring, with the team’s ability to convert on fast breaks and second-chance opportunities proving too much for the Braves to handle. Bendigo, meanwhile, struggled from beyond the arc, shooting well below their season average from three-point range.
Key defensive stops in the third quarter by the Chargers effectively killed any hopes of a Braves comeback, allowing Hobart to cruise through the final period and finish with a 21-point margin of victory.
Standout Performances
- Hobart Chargers Women: The home side’s leading scorer poured in 24 points on efficient shooting, while the team's point guard recorded a double-double with 12 assists and 10 rebounds.
- Bendigo Braves Women: The Braves’ center fought hard in the paint, contributing 18 points and 14 rebounds in a losing effort.
Season Impact
This opening-round result places the Hobart Chargers Women near the top of the NBL1 South standings early in the season, building momentum for what promises to be a competitive campaign. For the Bendigo Braves, the loss highlights areas of improvement needed as they prepare for their next fixture, particularly in perimeter defense and transition offense.
With this dominant showing, Hobart sends a clear message to the rest of the conference: they are contenders for the title in 2026.
Hobart Chargers Women vs Bendigo Braves Women Live Score, Stats & Results
Match Overview
The Hobart Chargers Women vs Bendigo Braves Women fixture is part of the WNBL1 South during the 2026 season. Follow live scores, WNBL1 South fixtures, match statistics, WNBL1 South standings and WNBL1 South match results for Hobart Chargers Women vs Bendigo Braves Women on Tiger Scores 365.
Head-to-Head Record
Previous Hobart Chargers Women vs Bendigo Braves Women meetings provide useful insight into past results, points scored and overall head-to-head performance between the two teams.
Team Form
Recent results and performances help illustrate the current form of both teams ahead of Hobart Chargers Women vs Bendigo Braves Women. Compare recent wins, losses and scoring records before tip-off.
WNBL1 South Standings
League standings show the current position, points and performance of Hobart Chargers Women, Bendigo Braves Women and other teams competing in the WNBL1 South.
Match Statistics
Follow points, rebounds, assists, field goals and other key statistics for Hobart Chargers Women vs Bendigo Braves Women. Tiger Scores 365 provides live and post-match data throughout the fixture.