Hatters end Wolves’ renaissance

WBBL Championship
Oaklands Wolves 65-73 Westfield Health Sheffield Hatters (14-17, 26-39, 47-58)

Westfield Health Sheffield Hatters closed the gap on the league’s top two as they earned a win on the road against Oaklands Wolves.

The hosts had won their last four games, but were unable to take down the Hatters despite a resilient second half display.

Leading scorers – Harrison 13, Nagy 12, Milligan 10 (Wolves) – Ashton 20, Naylor 18, Gandy 15 (Hatters)

Turning point – The visitors edged a close opening period before pulling away in the second to open up a double-digit advantage heading into the half. Oaklands stopped Sheffield breaking further clear and were able to reduce the deficit to single figures in applying late pressure.

Game hero(es) – Jen Ashton led the way with a 20-point haul for the Hatters, while there was veteran support in shape of 18 points from Helen Naylor and 15 for Steph Gandy.