BENDIGO Bank Spirit fought back from a deficit as high as 11 points to win Friday night's basketball clash with Dandenong Rangers by seven points.
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Superb defence played a big part in Spirit's dominance in the final quarter.
Elyse Penaluna, Gabe Richards and Kelsey Griffin led Bendigo's attack on the way to the team's 13th victory in a row.
Next home game for the Spirit will be against Melbourne Boomers on January 4.
MVP: Kelsey Griffin scores two more points in Bendigo Spirit's hard-fought win at home against Dandenong Rangers. Picture: LIZ FLEMING
SPIRITED DUEL: Kristi Harrower defends Dandenong star Jenna O'Hea. Picture: LIZ FLEMING
JUMP SHOT: Maddie Garrick shoots for Bendigo in Friday night's showdown with Dandenong Rangers at Bendigo Stadium. Picture: LIZ FLEMING
COACHES AWARD: Elyse Penaluna was one of Bendigo's best in the win against Dandenong Rangers. Picture: LIZ FLEMING
DEFENCE: Kelly Wilson attempts to block a shot by Jenna O'Hea.
STILL GOING STRONG: Bendigo Spirit guard Kristi Harrower charges down the Bendigo Stadium showcourt. Picture: LIZ FLEMING
GREAT GAME: Sara Blicavs takes on the Dandenong Rangers defence. Picture: LIZ FLEMING
SUPER SKILLS: Dandenong Rangers guard Leilani Mitchell. Picture: LIZ FLEMING
