Hibs Medsea and Luxol lead the way

Hibs Medsea, the reigning champions, and Luxol obtained their second consecutive victory in the women's league.

Depiro were back to winning ways after the faulty start to their campaign with a victory over Empire Cinema Stunners.

Hibs had no difficulty to overcome St James Hospital. They hit back strongly after conceding the first points to go 24-4 ahead.

After a drab second quarter, during which very few points were scored, Hibs went in for the break leading 30-7.

The champions always held the initiative though and continued to dominate the match before finishing 68-15 winners.

After a shaky start, which saw Honey Athleta 14-13 ahead at the end of the first quarter, Luxol clicked into gear to change ends 32-19 ahead. Athleta tried hard to get back in it but Luxol kept their noses in front for a 55-35 victory.

Depiro had Sarah Pace and Rachel Camilleri missing. Still, they were good enough to beat Stunners who are without a victory so far. Charles Bonnici's Depiro took control after the first five minutes to lead 29-16 at half-time. Stunners did well to get back in contention but Depiro kept them at bay for a 44-32 win.

Standings: Hibs (2-0) 4; Luxol (2-0) 4; Depiro (1-1) 3; Athleta (1-1) 3; St James Hospital (0-2) 2; Stunners (0-2) 2.

Top-scorers: J. Cardona (Hibs) 30, E. Moore (Luxol) 27, M. Desira (Hibs) 25, M. Sciortino (Luxol) 24, F. Psaila Savona (Luxol) 22.

Peugeot League: (Friday) 6.15 p.m. Stunners vs St James. (Sunday) 12.45 p.m. Depiro vs Athleta, 2.30 p.m. Hibs vs Luxol.