Honey Athleta found little resistance from Petrus Phoenix Loyola to reach the semi-finals of the St James Hospital Knock-Out.

Hibs also progressed with victory over Starlites Sports Experience. Caffe Moak Luxol and Pavi Depiro were not involved in the preliminary round games after receiving a bye.

Athleta quickly seized control and after opening a 19-5 lead, they went on to change ends 36-13 ahead.

With Phoenix unable to get back into contention, Athleta cantered to a 73-25 victory.

Hibs, inspired by playmaker Crystal Woodly, extended their good run of late to eliminate Starlites.

The match was balanced in the first session until Hibs potted the last two baskets to go 15-11 up.

Hibs kept up the momentum in the second session to stretch their lead to 24-11.

After a tight third quarter, Hibs potted eight successive points in the final 10 minutes to seal a 65-49 win.

Next fixtures
St James Hospital League: Saturday, 2.45pm Depiro vs Caffe Moak Luxol. Sunday, 11.15am Phoenix vs Honey Athleta; 2.45pm Starlites vs Hibs.

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