2021 SSN: Round 13 preview
WITH the condensed Suncorp Super Netball fixture in full swing, Round 13 rolls around just as quickly as Round 12 finishes with Collingwood and the Firebirds only given a days rest before taking the court once again. In fact the Magpies will play twice this round, while the NSW Swifts will not take the court. […]
GIANTS fire against struggling Melbourne Vixens
IN a battle of first versus last it was the GIANTS that cruised to victory over the Melbourne Vixens by nine goals, 54-45. Although it took a while for the GIANTS to kick into gear, once they did the Vixens struggled to combat the pressure both in attack and defence. The GIANTS came out with […]
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 […]
2021 SSN Round 12 preview
AFTER a week off given continued COVID-19 restrictions, Round 12 of the Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) returns in what is going to be a condensed final couple of weeks of netball action. The finals are just around the corner and with the top four still not set, every win counts. Collingwood Magpies vs. NSW Swifts […]
SSN 2021: Quiet achievers
WITH uncertainty around the fixture still remaining, Draft Central has taken a look at each Suncorp Super Netball team, unpacking which players have gone about their business but have not necessarily received a wealth of accolades. Adelaide Thunderbirds: Although it has not been the best of seasons for the Adelaide Thunderbirds, one player that has […]
Fever claim grudge match over Vixens in Queensland
ONE of the rivalries of the season between the two 2020 Suncorp Super Netball grand finalists was made much bigger a couple of weeks ago as the Round 8 Clash between the West Coast Fever and Melbourne Vixens was postponed due to stringent Western Australia border restrictions, as the New South Wales COVID situation worsened. […]
2021 Stats wrap: SSN Round 11 and ANZ Premiership Round 14
ROUND 14 in the ANZ Premiership and 11 in the Suncorp Super Netball rolled around and it did not disappoint with a number of players racking up the stats. We take a look at some of the top performers across both leagues. Goals: Southern Steel goal shooter, George Fisher was accurate to post nailing 33 […]
Five things we learnt: Round 11
ROUND 11 of Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) saw the competition take a trip across the border to South Australia as Victoria headed back into lockdown, with rescheduled matches and team lists impacted long the way. In this series, Draft Central will look at five key learnings from the round whether it be consistent themes or standout performances. […]
Pies make it two from two in Melbourne Derby
THE Magpies claimed the Melbourne Derby bragging rights albeit in Adelaide with a narrow four goal win over the Vixens (52-48). It was blow for blow until the final few minutes of the fourth quarter where the Pies managed to put their footdown and keep their slim finals chance alive. Early hands to ball from […]
2021 SSN Preview: Round 11
IT has been a whirlwind 24 hours in the Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) with the COVID-19 restrictions throwing a spanner in the works and forcing wholesale fixture changes. South Australia will now form a hub with five of the eight clubs taking up residence with only the Queensland Firebirds and Sunshine Coast Lightning unable to […]
