Busy bee O’Hanlon certainly never bored
CAROLINE O’Hanlon may just be the busiest Super League netballer there is in 2023. Not only is she a midcourter for the Leeds Rhinos and the Northern Ireland national side, but also plays at the highest level of Gaelic football back in home county Armagh, and is a doctor by profession. Being a doctor was […]
It’s all about the bigger picture for Nexhip
THE Aussie Diamonds and New Zealand Silver Ferns are not the only two teams taking to the court at John Cain Arena in Melbourne tonight. Before those familiar foes lock horns, the National Men’s teams from both countries will turn out in the final match of their own international series, with the winner taking out […]
McKinnis frustrated but proud
THE Melbourne Vixens were looking to end their fairy tale comeback on a high and win their second Suncorp Super Netball title in three years, but it was ultimately not to be. Although Vixens coach Simone McKinnis was unsurprisingly “frustrated” with how things panned out for her team on Sunday night, she was still proud […]
Dan the man is one very proud coach
IT is not easy to win a premiership in any sport, let alone in your first season at the helm, but that is something West Coast Fever coach Dan Ryan achieved last night. Speaking last night post match, you could not wipe the smile off his face. Speaking about what he and his team had […]
Vixens eye off second SSN title in three seasons
THE past few years have been one eventful rollercoaster of emotions for the Melbourne Vixens. After tasting the highest of highs with a flag in 2020, they experienced the lowest of lows in 2021, finishing wooden spooners. But, a mere 12 months later things are very different for the Vixens. They finished on top and […]
Fever aiming to defy history and win first title
HEADING into this weekend’s Super Netball Grand Final, history does not always stack in the favour of the West Coast Fever. Despite being the first team into this year’s decider, they will be aiming to be the first team from Western Australia to win an Australian domestic netball title. Although there may be “no such […]
Q&A: David Pala’amo (Head coach – Aotearoa Men’s)
SOMEWHAT of a pioneer in men’s netball, Aotearoa Men’s head coach David Pala-amo is a striking figure in New Zealand netball, as this week’s upcoming Cadbury Netball Series between the New Zealand Silver Ferns and Aotearoa Men’s netball team is set to showcase some of the best netball talent the country has to offer. The […]
Cadbury Netball Series just the beginning for Aotearoa Men’s midcourter Josh Eriata Vercoe
INTERNATIONAL opportunities do not always come knocking during a worldwide pandemic, and with the upcoming three-match Cadbury Netball Series between New Zealand Silver Ferns and Aotearoa Men’s set to showcase just how much both teams have to offer, there is no doubt within current circumstances it is more important than ever to take that leap. […]
Connections key for Nelson’s continued success
WHEN it comes to player growth over the past couple of seasons, it is hard to look past the development of Collingwood Magpies goal shooter Shimona Nelson. The Jamaican goaler started out her Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) career at the Adelaide Thunderbirds before taking an opportunity with the Magpies in 2019, and has developed at […]
Moloney keen to keep competitive spirit alive to end season on a positive note
SUNCORP Super Netball’s (SSN) reigning premiers fate was sealed last Thursday night, with the Melbourne Vixens going down to the West Coast Fever, ruling them out of contention for the finals. Despite the devastating blow, Vixens captain Kate Moloney continues to demonstrate her resilient spirit that has made her the star and leader that she […]