2021/2022 Australian Diamonds squad announced
A COUPLE of fresh faces are set to join the 2021 Australian Diamonds squad, with the squad named on Sunday morning. Some familiar names return to the fold ahead of the upcoming international season, with the Development Squad also named boasting a number of young up and coming players. Youngsters Amy Parmenter and Sunday Aryang […]
Queensland Firebirds end their season on a high against struggling Vixens
WITH both sides unable to make Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) finals it was a matter of pride as the Queensland Firebirds just snuck over the line against the Melbourne Vixens (62-58). It was a see-sawing battle to say the least as they traded the lead back and forth credit to the high intensity out on […]
Magpies’ excellent form continues as they close in on top sides
THE Collingwood Magpies have swooped on the Suncorp Super Netball competition, clinching two huge wins in as many days to give themselves a fighting chance of making the finals, downing the Queensland Firebirds in a competition-first Pride Match at Nissan Arena on Thursday night. The Firebirds suffered some key losses over the past week and […]
2021 SSN: Round 13 preview
WITH the condensed Suncorp Super Netball fixture in full swing, Round 13 rolls around just as quickly as Round 12 finishes with Collingwood and the Firebirds only given a days rest before taking the court once again. In fact the Magpies will play twice this round, while the NSW Swifts will not take the court. […]
Fever down niggling Firebirds to solidify spot in top four
MISSING a couple of key cogs the Queensland Firebirds had their work cut out for them against the West Coast Fever as the visitors powered home for a 10-goal win, 79-69. It was a tight tussle for majority of the game but the Fever showcased their class to get down to business when it counted. […]
2021 SSN Round 12 preview
AFTER a week off given continued COVID-19 restrictions, Round 12 of the Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) returns in what is going to be a condensed final couple of weeks of netball action. The finals are just around the corner and with the top four still not set, every win counts. Collingwood Magpies vs. NSW Swifts […]
2021 Stats wrap: SSN Round 11 and ANZ Premiership Round 14
ROUND 14 in the ANZ Premiership and 11 in the Suncorp Super Netball rolled around and it did not disappoint with a number of players racking up the stats. We take a look at some of the top performers across both leagues. Goals: Southern Steel goal shooter, George Fisher was accurate to post nailing 33 […]
Five things we learnt: Round 11
ROUND 11 of Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) saw the competition take a trip across the border to South Australia as Victoria headed back into lockdown, with rescheduled matches and team lists impacted long the way. In this series, Draft Central will look at five key learnings from the round whether it be consistent themes or standout performances. […]
Firebirds take off despite missing pieces
QUEENSLAND Firebirds have kept their season and finals hopes live with a huge 10-goal win over Sunshine Coast Lightning to finish off Suncorp Super Netball Round 11, claiming a 59-49 victory and not relenting throughout a highly physical matchup. While the Firebirds were notably without key defender Tara Hinchliff and impact goaler Tippah Dwan, the side rallied […]
Five things we learnt: Round 8
WITH a split round of Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) action, only two games played out this week with both the NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball claiming huge wins in their respective outings. In this series, Draft Central will look at five key learnings from the round whether it be consistent themes or standout performances. Amy […]
