United look to continue winning ways against Capitols

GEELONG United will be looking to bank two wins in a row tomorrow (Saturday, November 23) when it takes on the UC Capitals in the Geelong Arena.

The WNBL’s newest expansion side is sitting at two wins and two losses, and fourth in the league standings.

This past weekend, United added its second win for the season, taking down the Adelaide Lighting 72-66 in an overtime thriller

Keely Froling was dominant once again, putting up 19 points and grabbing 13 rebounds in 40 minutes of action.

The sharp-shooting tall is off to a flyer in season 2024-25, averaging 19.5 points a game and 11.8 rebounds a match.

Froling received strong support from her fellow starting players, with Elissa Brett scoring 14 points and Haley Jones swooping on 13 rebounds to go with four made baskets.

United’s energy off the bench was also prominent, with the second unit scoring 29 points to the Lightning’s 10 during the matchup.

Head coach Chris Lucas praised his squad for their even performance.

“This win was bigger [than the first win]. To come up with a win against a team which is loaded, I’m super-proud.

“Our defence wasn’t great, but after the third quarter we played like we should be.

“Keely [Froling] found a way against Brianna Turner. Elissa [Brett] was great and performed consistently. She’s tough as. Jaz Shelley is not far off a breakout game, too.

“These girls won’t stop fighting.

“There’s a real intent in the way we can play, which is giving us confidence.”

Tomorrow’s opponents the UC Capitols will be searching for its first win of the season after starting off with a 0-3 record.

Guard Jade Melbourne will be one to watch for United, with the veteran guard enjoying a stellar start to the season and averaging 20 points and 5 assists a game.

United will need to defend the sharpshooter closely from the perimeter if it is to win the tussle.

Lynetta Kizer will not don the blue and white uniform again this season, with club and player mutually agreeing to part ways.

United wished to thank Kizer for her contribution to the club and wished her the best for the future.

Tomorrow’s matchup against the Capitols tips off at Geelong Arena at 5pm. Tickets are available at wnbl.basketball/tickets