College led 13-9 at the first break and steadily built on their advantage throughout the game, heading into halftime with a 29-19 lead.
Ella Mackenzie was excellent in the shooting circle, converting 26 of her 29 attempts at goal for a 90% shooting accuracy at goal attack.
Bethany Taane was equally sharp for South Pac, sinking 100% of her shots at goal attack.
By the third quarter, College had extended their lead to 40-27, maintaining control right through to the final whistle.
Defensively, the duo of Greer O’Rourke (GK) and Holly McRae (GD) played a crucial role in disrupting South Pac’s attacking rhythm, limiting scoring opportunities and helping to preserve College’s momentum.
Despite the scoreboard, South Pac’s defensive unit showed great tenacity.
Tarryn Dickson (GD) and Puawai Shortland (GK) applied consistent pressure, challenging every pass and forcing College to earn every shot.
In other round 13 action, it was a top-of-the-table clash as Physed A faced University-Albion A, Physed A coming away with a 66–51 victory.
University-Albion B and the Southern Magpies met in a tightly contested clash before University-Albion B edged out a 49–44 win.
— Madison Cummings
