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Bell goes bang for Cavs

Jordan Bell has shot Casey to a stunning win over Diamond Valley in the NBL1 South Men’s competition.

The Cavs started slow on the road on 2 July, trailing 24-14 at the end of the first period.

But Bell put his side on his back with 33 points and 14 rebounds to carry out the 111-81 victory.

From his 37 minutes on the floor, Bell shot 61 per cent from the field and hit three from beyond the perimeter.

Bell was assisted heavily from Nathan Frost, who shot eight from 11 for a return of 19 points.

Frost also led the game for rebounds, with an incredible 16 rebounds, nine of which came at the defensive end.

The win over the Eagles comes at a perfect time for the Cavs, who had lost three of their last four outings.

Casey returns to its home court this week, when the Cavs welcome the Frankston Blues on Saturday night.

The Women’s side, meanwhile, improved its ledger to 7-6 with a strong win over Diamond Valley.

The Cavs stormed out of the blocks with a 32-18 first period on their way to an 85-71 win.

It was a brilliant team display by Casey, which had four of its five starters reach double-figure points.

Monique Conti was impressive, with 24 points (including five threes), five rebounds and five assists, while Louise Brown was the only Cav to record a double-double, with 14 points and 10 rebounds.

Hailey Merrigan was also an important contributor, adding nine points from her 21 minutes on the floor.

The win comes as a much-needed form breaker, after two successive losses.

The Cavs have a chance to make it two wins in as many weeks, when it hosts the 4-9 Frankston Blues this Saturday 9 July.

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