Five things we learnt: Round 7
WEST Coast Fever continued their winning ways making it seven on the trot while the GIANTS fell to their third consecutive loss credit to a strong performance from the Adelaide Thunderbirds. In this series, Draft Central will look at five key learnings from the round whether it be consistent themes or standout performances. No one […]
Adelaide Thunderbirds stun Swifts claiming back-to-back wins
ADELAIDE Thunderbirds have claimed a huge upset win over NSW Swifts, securing their second victory for the season 58-53. The Thunderbirds won every quarter and subsequently led at every break with their full court defensive pressure proving to be the real tipping point for the Swifts. It was an uncharacteristically sloppy start by NSW Swifts […]
2021 SSN Preview: Round 7
ANOTHER huge round of Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) is set to go ahead this weekend, with Round 7 seeing the Melbourne derby – played interstate due to Victorian restrictions – as three matches play out on Saturday afternoon and just one game is set for Sunday across the rearranged fixture. GIANTS Netball vs. Sunshine Coast […]
Swifts claim NSW derby with accurate showing
IT was always set to be a huge clash between the NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball, and the two sides fought tooth and nail to ensure it would remain that way throughout an enticing contest, which saw the Swifts claim a 63-51 victory after leading at every change. Both sides had everything to play for […]
2021 SSN Preview: Round 6
ROUND 6 of the Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) season gets underway this weekend, with the GIANTS still looking comfortable with their top spot position. The Adelaide Thunderbirds are now the only team yet to find a win, while Fever are creeping higher and higher up the ladder despite their negative point start. We preview the […]
2021 SSN: Round 5 – Five things we learnt
IT was Indigenous Round in the Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) and the round definitely delivered the goods, with a number of close contests as the three of the four games were decided by two goals or less. In this new series, Draft Central will look at five key learnings from the round whether it be […]
Swifts’ stellar final term pips Pies at the post
IT was a seesawing affair between NSW Swifts and Collingwood Magpies in Round 5 of Suncorp Super Netball, but in the end it was the former that prevailed thanks to a dominant final term of play to run out 62-53 victors. The Swifts were put through their paces as the Pies left nothing to chance […]
2021 SSN Preview: Round 5
ROUND 5 of the 2021 Suncorp Super Netball season gets underway this weekend over a three-day playing period. The GIANTS still maintain their top spot position, while the Thunderbirds and Vixens are still looking to get some points on the board. We preview the entire round of action to come. Queensland Firebirds vs. Melbourne Vixens […]
Defensive showcase as Lightning bounce back
IT was a physical battle from the get-go between the Sunshine Coast Lightning and NSW Swifts, with a real defenders game playing out between the two sides. Even at the first break with just a goal between them at the main change, the Lightning took control in the second half to claim a four goal […]
2021 SSN Preview: Round 4
ROUND 4 of the Suncorp Super Netball 2021 season gets underway this weekend. The GIANTS are sitting comfortably at the top of the ladder without a loss, while the Thunderbirds and the Vixens are yet to have a win. We preview the entire round of action to come. Collingwood Magpies vs. Queensland Firebirds Saturday, May […]
