Fever dominate Lightning to earn 2020 grand final berth
AN exciting Suncorp Super Netball preliminary final matchup between the Sunshine Coast Lightning and West Coast Fever saw the Fever dispose of the Lightning in another exceptional showing, dominating the first three quarters to run away with a 73-59 win and a chance at holding the Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) trophy next week when they […]
SSN Updates: This week’s movers and changers
A HUGE week in the netball world has seen some big player movements erupt prior to the signing period opening and a couple of coaches exploring other options next season. We take a look at the week that was and how the announcements could affect the competition. **Note: Suncorp Super Netball is yet to announce […]
SSN Head to Head: Preliminary final
IN each round of Suncorp Super Netball we will identify key match-ups, provide an analysis of players and compare the two styles. The semi-final sees a couple of well-versed internationals lock horns in Lightning goal attack Steph Wood and England Roses and West Coast Fever defender Stacey Francis. SUNSHINE COAST LIGHTNING v. WEST COAST FEVER […]
Verity Charles: Mindset is the key to Fever’s resurgence
THE announcement of Stacey Marinkovich as head coach of the Australian Diamonds earlier in the year provided an extra edge and something to play for in the 2020 Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) season for the West Coast Fever. Talented midcourter, Verity Charles highlighted how the Fever playing group are determined to recognise and reward Marinkovich […]
Suncorp Super Netball preview: Preliminary final
IT is do-or-die for Suncorp Super Netball 2020 as 2018 grand finalists Sunshine Coast Lightning and West Coast Fever face-off in the preliminary final, in hope to progress through to the grand final against the Melbourne Vixens next week. Sunshine Coast Lightning v. West Coast Fever Sunday, 11 October The Fever have been resurgent in […]
Who could replace Rob Wright?
WITH Collingwood and Rob Wright parting ways it begs the question who could replace the head coach? A tactical mastermind, Wright spent three years at the club making the step up to head coach in 2019 but was faced with a number of off-season changes in 2020. Kim Ravaillion and April Brandley both announced their […]
SSN Stats wrap: Semi-finals
TWO huge battles waged during the first round of 2020 Suncorp Super Netball finals, with the Melbourne Vixens propelled straight into the grand final. The Vixens were convincing against the Sunshine Coast Lightning, dominating much of the contest while the West Coast Fever mounted a solid comeback against the NSW Swifts, knocking the reigning premiers […]
Suncorp Super Netball – Five talkings points: Semi-finals
WITH the first round of finals done and dusted there were plenty of talking points to come out of the two games. The NSW Swifts’ loss saw them bundled out of the finals while the Melbourne Vixens’ 16-goal victory showcased why they are premiership favourites. A couple of youngsters also stepped up to the plate, […]
Could Haythornthwaite be on the move in 2021?
FAILING to register court time in the Swift’s outing against West Coast Fever in their semi-final over the weekend, there is plenty of speculation surrounding where England Roses midcourter Natalie Haythornthwaite will end up in 2021. Currently uncontracted for next season, the specialist wing attack has plenty of options and clubs she could ply her […]
Draft Central Courtside Comments: Semi finals – Gamechangers
EACH week the Draft Central team will focus on one Suncorp Super Netball player across the round and take a look at their individual highlights, key moments and improvements across their match. During the finals series, the team will focus on individual gamechangers across the matches and how they took the game into their own […]
