Boomers send message with Lightning strike
A MIND-BOGGLING 15 points to two in the final term from Melbourne Boomers against Adelaide Lightning sent a message to the rest of the Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) ahead of finals. The Boomers, who were in control of their match against the Lightning, lead by 10 points heading into the final term, but then […]
Pineau a continual basketball influence
FROM having a successful college career with St Mary’s, to having setbacks to then being able to play in the National Basketball League (NBL) for a number of years, Dane Pineau has made an influence in the league and wants more after overcoming a major setback and eager for more to come. Pineau firstly shares […]
Lynx pounce on Flyers to continue winning run
PERTH Lynx continued their good run of form last night, beating theSouthside Flyers to extend their winning run to three in a row thanks to an 85-78 victory. The first quarter was a very tight affair. Both sides went toe to toes and the margin never got out to more than four points. At the […]
Flyers produce epic comeback in grand final rematch
IN the last match of Round 4 before the Christmas break, Southside Flyers hosted Townsville Fire. The match was always going to epic, with both teams meeting for the first time this season. Just 12 months earlier, they faced off in the 2020 WNBL Grand Final in the Queensland hub. The defending champions Flyers were […]
Boomers hand Flyers double-dose
FOR the second time in a week, Melbourne Boomers produced the goods to overcome the Southside Flyers in the Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL). After accounting for the Flyers by 19 points (91-72) last Saturday night, the Boomers repeated the dose last night with a 15-point triumph (87-72). But can fans draw the same conclusions […]
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 […]
2018/19 WNBL Season Preview
THE 2018/19 WNBL season is set to be the most exciting yet, with many big names taking to the court. We previewed each team in the lead-up to the highly anticipated season. Pic: Matt King/Getty Images ADELAIDE LIGHTNING The Lightning just missed out on finals last season, finishing fifth with 11 wins and 10 losses. […]
