Lightning cruise home to big win
THE weekend saw another round of action in the Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) with some cracking contests around the competition keeping fans of the sport entertained. Sunday saw a double-header with the first match of the day seeing the Adelaide Lightning travel to take on the University of Canberra Capitals at the National Convention […]
Opals squad announced for the 2022 World Cup
IN a much-anticipated release this morning, the 2022 Opals squad for next year’s World Cup in Sydney was announced. The 24-strong squad is full of talent. It includes the likes of Tokyo 2020 squad members Jenna O’Hea, Marianna Tolo, and Sara Blicavs, and Asia Cup squad members Keely Froling, Darcee Garbin, and Maddison Rocci. This […]
UC Capitals surge in second half comeback
IN an exciting, fast-paced and entertaining first round of WNBL in the books, the UC Capitals fought back strongly in the second half, defeating the Sydney Uni Flames by three points, 58-55. For the Flames, who have recruited some exciting talent and a new coach at the helm, Shane Heal and looking to push the […]
Flyers and Spirit to open WNBL 2021/22 season
The 2021/2022 Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) season kicks off this weekend, and after a condensed hub season in 2020 things are getting back to normal this season. With border closures still causing headaches for all involved, only two matches are fixtured for the opening weekend. On Saturday the Southside Flyers kick off their title […]
WNBL 2021/22 Season Preview – UC Capitals
THE 2021 Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) returns on December 4, meaning it is time for our season previews to begin. Today is the UC Capitals, who finished third in 2020. Team 2020 Finish: 3rd Recruits: Alexandra Bunton (return from retirement), Shanice Swain, Alicia Froling, Kelly Wilson (return from maternity leave), Britt Sykes (WNBA) Squad […]
Australian Opals: FIBA Women’s Asia Cup Preview
THIS week marks the commencement of the 2021 FIBA Women’s Asia Cup, taking place in Amman, Jordan from September 27 through to the October 3. With the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup set to take place in Australia in 2022, this week’s competition acts as the qualification round for Asian and Oceanian teams. Australia and […]
WNBL Team Watch: UC Capitals
THE Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) is just 44 days away from kicking off its 2021 season, and teams are starting to get a final look at what their rosters will look like. With only one winner per year, those who missed out on glory last year will be hungrier than ever to make amends. […]
2021 Under 19s World Cup: Grand final
THE Under 19 Women’s Basketball World Cup finals are done and dusted with USA claiming their ninth title downing Australia in an epic throwdown, while Hungary secured third spot with their win over Mali. USA (70) defeated Australia (52) It was always going to be a tough battle for Australia who were coming up against […]
2021 Under 19s World Cup: Semi-Finals
IN the end it was the two favourites that reached the 2021 Under 19s Women’s World Cup with the powerhouse United States team ending home nation Hungary’s run, whilst Australia cut short Mali’s historic World Cup performance. United States (75) defeated Hungary (42) There was no messing around for the United States who have clinically […]
2021 Under 19s World Cup: Quarter Finals
SOME terrific last quarter efforts by Australia and Mali helped them book their places in the 2021 Under 19s World Cup women’s semi-finals, with powerhouse favourite the United States and home nation Hungary also securing spots. Australia (72) defeated Canada (61) Australia booked its place in the semi-finals with a dominant final term after Canada […]
