Firebirds shake off Lightning in Queensland derby
THE third matchup of Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) Round 6 was a huge battle between Sunshine Coast Lightning and Queensland Firebirds, with the Firebirds getting the chocolates in this one credit to a huge opening half of action, eventually claiming the 61-52 victory. Whilst the Lightning had their moments, the Firebirds came out hunting from […]
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 […]
Rahni Samason steals the show as she guides Melbourne Vixens to first win
MELBOURNE Vixens got their first win on the board thanks to the elevation of superstar shooter Rahni Samason. The young goaler lived out every girls fantasy nailing the winning shot after the siren to defeat the Queensland Firebirds (66-64). Tongues were sent wagging as Samason got the nod for the Melbourne Vixens in at goal […]
Pies maintain undefeated record in Tasmania
ROUND 4 of the Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) ventured down to the Apple Isle with Collingwood Magpies taking on Queensland Firebirds with the former maintaining their unbeaten record in Tasmania with a hard-fought three-goal win (68-65). It was a see-sawing affair to say the least, with the game not decided until the final minutes of […]
2021 SSN: Round 3 – Five things we learnt
THERE was no shortage of Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) action in Round 3 with the GIANTS making it three on the trot continuing their winning run and Collingwood Magpies notching up their first for the season. In this new series, Draft Central will look at five key learnings from the round whether it be consistent […]
GIANTS make it three straight
GIANTS Netball not only secured the Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) win, but so too top spot on the ladder as they defeated Queensland Firebirds yesterday afternoon (67-60). The win marks the GIANTS third straight, and while the Firebirds contested hard for patches, they were no match for the home side, who were nothing short of […]
2021 SSN: Round 2 – Five things we learnt
THERE was no shortage of Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) action in Round 2 with the Fever continuing their winning run and Queensland Firebirds notching up their first for the season. In this new series, Draft Central will look at five key learnings from the round whether it be consistent themes or standout performances. Fever will […]
Firebirds record first win of 2021
QUEENSLAND Firebirds got their first win on the board for season 2021 downing Adelaide Thunderbirds in style, 68-57. The home side won three of the four quarters but led at every change showcasing their classy ball movement and defensive nous in what was a strong and consistent performance. It was an even start to the […]
2021 SSN preview: Round 2
ROUND 2 of the Suncorp Super Netball season gets underway this week. The GIANTS, West Coast Fever, NSW Swifts and Sunshine Coast Lightning head into the round with a win under their belts. We preview the entire round of action to come. GIANTS vs. Collingwood Magpies Saturday, May 8 @3:00pm Collingwood will have their work […]
Swifts outrun Firebirds in first SSN overtime thriller
WHAT many predicted to be the match of the opening round of Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) action did not fail to grab attention on Sunday afternoon, as the NSW Swifts claimed a thrilling three goal victory over the Queensland Firebirds in overtime. With the scores locked on 64-apiece at the final siren credit to a […]
