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WNBL: Canberra Capitals thrashed by Dandenong Rangers in Traralgon
By James Hall
The Canberra Capitals suffered their biggest defeat of the season on Saturday night, going down to Dandenong Rangers by 19 points - 82-63.
The Capitals beat Dandenong by 13 points last Sunday, making the 32 point turn-around even more impressive for the Victorian-based Rangers.
Canberra guard Lauren Mansfield shaped the Capitals win. Dandenong Rangers v Canberra, WNBL, Dandenong stadium, 6/11/2016. Photo: Mick Connolly Basketball. Photo: Mick ConnollyCredit: Mick Connolly
Canberra's regular scorers Marianna Tolo and Lauren Mansfield were restricted to 11 and 10 points respectively, while the Rangers' Stephanie Cumming scored a game-high 18.
Dandenong had an even contribution from their players, which included a combined 28 points from their bench.
The teams now sit in equal third position on the WNBL ladder, setting up an intriguing finals encounter should they meet again the play-offs.
WNBL ROUND 6
Dandenong Rangers 82 (S. Cumming 18 points; S. Blicavs 8, S. Cumming 5 rebounds) bt Canberra Capitals 63 (M. Tolo 9, M. Ruef 7 rebounds)