Elitzur Ramla Dominates Maccabi Haifa in Women's Basketball League

In the second round of the Women's National League, Elitzur Ramla secured a decisive 89-59 victory over Maccabi Haifa. After a closely contested first half, Ramla pulled away in the second, outscoring Haifa 26-12 in the third quarter. The team capitalized on 21 turnovers from Maccabi Haifa, scoring 31 points off them, and showcased strong Israeli talent with Shir Tirosh scoring 19 points, including four three-pointers, and Daniel Raber adding 9 rebounds. Gili Eisner contributed 16 points and 7 assists, while Amy Rinat also scored in double digits.

In a dramatic rematch of last season's playoff final, Hapoel Rishon LeZion narrowly defeated Elitzur Holon 72-71 on a buzzer-beater. Holon, which had trailed by 11 points early on, fought back and even took a brief lead late in the game. However, Daisy Young scored the winning basket for Rishon LeZion as time expired, maintaining Rishon LeZion's undefeated record while leaving Holon winless.

Other results included Hapoel Jerusalem defeating Maccabi Karmiel Bet HaKerem 85-66, Maccabi Ironi Ramat Gan earning their first win against Bnei Yehuda 79-66, and Maccabi Ashdod Women defeating Maccabi Petah Tikva 76-54.