Westlake Girls High School put up a spirited performance in an action-packed, high-speed game against the top high school team in Taiwan, who are currently touring New Zealand.
Westlake Girls started strongly at the Franklin Recreation Centre, firing out to a 29–20 lead in the first quarter. Taiwan responded with intensity and strong team play in the middle stretch to take a 33-point lead, 88-56. In the final quarter, Westlake finished strongly, producing a mammoth 37 points and winning the quarter, 37-19. They showed determination, hustle and real heart, despite the 107–93 loss. The exciting, high-level game was a challenging encounter but a valuable experience for Westlake Girls as they aim to win their fourth New Zealand Secondary Schools Basketball Championship in September.