Noeline Taurua reflects on stunning Lightning comeback
AFTER a gallant second half performance the Lightning fought back to run out victors by one goal against the Melbourne Vixens (55-56). Head coach, Noeline Taurua labelled the win as “massive considering [they] were down in the first half”. It was an incredibly tight game with both sides tussling hard to secure the win with […]
Lightning secure top spot after downing Vixens
IN a top-of-the-table clash it was the Sunshine Coast Lightning that claimed victory by one goal over the Melbourne Vixens (55-56). Both teams tussled hard to find their feet early and build some momentum throughout the match with the Vixens settling first but the Lightning did not back down silencing the Melbourne crowd. Despite an […]
SSN Head to Head: Round 13
IN each round we will identify one key match-up, provide an in-depth analysis of both players and compare the two styles. WEST COAST FEVER v. QUEENSLAND FIREBIRDS Courtney Bruce (GK) V. Romelda Aiken (GS) With neither side able to make finals both the Fever and Firebirds still have plenty to play for heading into next […]
Player Focus: VNL Grand Final
THE grand final of the 2019 Victorian Netball League brought plenty of excitement with the Geelong Cougars defeating Casey Demons for their inaugural VNL Championship title. We attended the match and took notes on one player from each side, analysing their impact on the match. Brooke Allan (Geelong Cougars) The goalkeeper had no easy opposition […]
SSN: Round 13 preview – Fourth spot up for grabs in big weekend
IN the penultimate round of the home and away season, there is plenty to play for in hope to secure prime position on the ladder. Both the Magpies and GIANTS are vying for fourth spot on the ladder, while the tussle for the top of the table will continue with the Lightning and Swifts hoping […]
Victorian Netball League: Geelong Cougars claim their inaugural Championship title
WITH both teams fighting for their first premiership it was the Geelong Cougars that broke their hoodoo with a 14-goal victory over the Casey Demons (69-55). In their inaugural season the Casey Demons well and truly showcased that they have the skill and intent to put on a show but simply could not match the […]
VNL Grand Finals – Under 19s and Division 1
City West Falcons (53) defeated Peninsula Waves (41) Victorian Netball League 19 and Under By: Sophie Taylor It was a close match to begin with in the VNL Under 19s Grand Final, with a goal for goal start seeing both City West Falcons and Peninsula Waves unable to find their form. It was the Falcons […]
Half-dozen Vixens lead Super Netball list of uncontracted players
SIX Melbourne Vixens are yet to be signed for the 2020 Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) Season, named among a list of 36 uncontracted players on SSN lists announced by the league. JOIN OUR NETBALL DRAFT CENTRAL FACEBOOK GROUP FOR MORE CONTENT Three of those 36 players – Queensland Firebirds’ Laura Clemesha and Caitlyn Nevins as […]
SSN Team of the Week: Round 12
ROUND 12 of Suncorp Super Netball sparked plenty of interest with only the West Coast Fever and GIANTS unable to secure a player in Draft Central’s Team of the Week. All six other clubs had players nominated in the side with the Collingwood Magpies, Melbourne Vixens, Adelaide Thunderbirds and Sunshine Coast Lightning all registering two […]
Victorian Netball League: Grand Final Preview
AFTER a stellar performance against City West Falcons, the Casey Demons earnt a spot in the grand final against Geelong Cougars. The Cougars secured their spot in the semi-final with a strong performance against the Falcons. Both teams have hit their stride at the right time with the Demons hoping to claim their first premiership […]
Magpies overcome the Fever in Perth
THE Collingwood Magpies stayed in the hunt for finals with a six-goal victory over the West Coast Fever, 57-63. Collingwood were without Head Coach Rob Wright who was unable to travel due to an illness in the family, leaving assistant coaches Nicole Richardson and Kate Upton in charge of the Pies. Despite the final margin […]
Casey Demons’ pathway to finals
IN their inaugural season the Casey Demons have stormed into the grand final, well and truly announcing themselves as fierce competitors. Goal shooter Emma Ryde has been a key member in that charge, using her height and wingspan to her side’s full advantage. “I think we are a bit of the underdog, I don’t think […]
