Liz Watson out for 2021 SSN season
MELBOURNE Vixens and Diamonds midcourter Liz Watson will miss the entirety of the 2021 Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) season after having surgery on her Navicular bone today. Watson has had a long-standing foot injury that she has been managing throughout her career, but now has deteriorated to the point of needing surgery. “This news came […]
VNSL 2021: Round 8 – Monday wrap
VITALITY Netball Superleague (VNSL) Round 8 continued on Monday, with Saracens Mavericks slamming home an impressive win to remain within the top four, as Leeds Rhinos recovered well from their Sunday loss to register a two-goal victory over London Pulse. Saracens Mavericks (53) defeated Severn Stars (36) Player of the match: Razia Quashie (Saracens Mavericks) A […]
2021 ANZ Premiership preseason: Who impressed?
THE ANZ Premiership preseason tournament brought plenty of excitement with each of the six teams testing out new combinations and proving not to be afraid of switching things up. the Northern Stars look like the real deal heading into the season proper while the Mainland Tactix also impressed. There were a number of players that […]
VNSL 2021: Round 8 – Sunday wrap
ROUND 8 of the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) saw Team Bath make it eight wins straight with another strong performance to solidify their position atop of the table. Manchester Thunder, Loughborough Lightning and Wasps all claimed wins despite being challenged throughout their encounters. Manchester Thunder (48) defeated Leeds Rhinos (41) Player of the match: Laura […]
ANZ Premiership Preseason: Day 3
THE third and final day of the ANZ Premiership preseason series played out on Sunday with the Magic impressing and claiming the biggest win of the day. The remainder of the games were incredibly tight as the Stars and Tactix could not be separated while the Pulse just got over the line with a two-goal […]
ANZ Premiership: Pre-season tournament – Day 2
DAY 2 of the ANZ Premiership preseason tournament played host to a number of enthralling clashes with the Northern Mystics and Northern Stars playing twice. All six sides tested out new combinations in preparation for the season proper with some strong connections already starting to form across the court. Here are a couple of key […]
Super Shot – Is it a help or hindrance?
THE infamous Super Shot has been at the centre of controversy since it was introduced at the start of the 2020 Suncorp Super Netball season. The Super Shot was brought in as a way to ‘evolve’ the game and make it more appealing to spectators. In the final five minutes of each quarter, a time […]
ANZ Premiership: Pre-season tournament – Day 1
THE ANZ Premiership preseason tournament kicked off on Friday with multiple fresh faces gracing the court for their respective sides. The reigning premiers – Central Pulse – played two games, donning a new look line-up given the departure of a couple of key players across the board while the Magic also got out on court […]
VNSL 2021: Round 8 preview – Top sides look to consolidate ladder-leading positions
ROUND 8 of Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) action is set to provide some interesting match-ups, with the top end of the ladder really looking to find some separation and a couple of sides hoping to add a much-needed win to the books. Surrey Storm will enjoy a week off to recuperate and look to go […]
Player in focus – Caitlin Bassett
REGARDED as one of the best shooters in the world, Caitlin Bassett needs very little introduction. With 102 test caps, two netball World Cup championships, a gold medal and 13 years experience under her belt, Bassett is famous for her strong hold style and accuracy in the ring. In a move that shocked the netball […]
2021 VNSL: Team of the Week – Round 7
TEAM Bath remain undefeated after seven rounds of the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) with a number of their players as a result making their way into Draft Central’s Team of the Week. Strong performances from the Wasps, Strathclyde Sirens and Manchester Thunder also saw representatives from the two sides make their way into the squad. […]
2021 VNSL stats: Round 7
ROUND 7 of the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) was dictated by a number of star performances from key players across the court. Big wins to Team Bath and Manchester Thunder headlined the round and although Loughborough Lightning did not play they still have top contenders in each respective field. Goals: Despite not playing this week […]
