Matt Barlow
25 October 2024, 8:27 PM
The Lismore Storm Men's team head into a crucial double header this weekend against Coffs Harbour and Bellinger Valley.
The last time the Storm clashed with Coffs Harbour, it was a tight contest, with the Storm prevailing 97-83.
But it will be a different story in Coffs Harbour on Saturday evening, with the Storm needing to overcome a vocal Suns home crowd.
With several players unable to travel for the Saturday clash, teamwork and consistent scoring on offence, will be the key for the Lismore side to remain undefeated.
The Saturday match for the Men will tip off at 5pm.
On Sunday, the Storm will return home with a full strength side to take on the Valley Braves at 11am at the Lismore Basketball Stadium.
It should be a cracking encounter with both teams undefeated this season, and Lismore looking to defend their home court winning streak.
A strong defensive effort will be needed from the Storm, up against a strong and consistent Braves outfit.
The Storm side will look to scoring options Jordan Pethers, Toby Barlow, Kaleb Jeffery and Jye Barlow in both matches.
Zac Knight will also look to make his presence felt inside the paint, with his rebounding ability a key.
The Storm will be hoping for a large and very vocal crowd to "welcome" the Braves outfit.
The Women's side will travel to Coffs Harbour on Saturday to take on the Suns and look for revenge after going down to the talented side earlier in the season.
The loss to the Suns is Lismore only loss for the season, with Coffs losing last round for the first time to Ballina.
The young Lismore side will look to get off to a strong early start to put pressure on the Suns.
Kiara Richardson, Emily Simpson, Makayla Greensill and Alissa McWhirter have all shown their scoring ability this season, and will need to be on song for the Storm to take the victory.
The Women's match will start at 3pm at Sports Central in Coffs Harbour.
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