VNSL 2021: Round 7 preview – Lightning earns week off as ladder heats up
THE Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) competition continues to heat up, with plenty at stake as we head into Round 7. One of the flag favourites in Loughborough Lightning has been afforded the break this round, while Strathclyde Sirens and Team Bath are the only teams that will play two matches this weekend with back-to-back Sunday […]
2021 VNSL Stats: Round 5/6
TWO rounds of the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) happened over the weekend with Round 5 and 6 completed. It saw a number of players impress and showcase that the they are raring to go after their year long hiatus from netball. With newcomers aplenty and some familiar faces once again taking the court Draft Central […]
VNSL 2021: Round 5/6 – Sunday & Monday wraps
VITALITY Netball Superleague (VNSL) Round 5/6 continued on the weekend, with a couple of sides taking the court for the first time this round and the first draw for the year playing out between Strathclyde Sirens and Saracens Mavericks. London Pulse finally got its name in lights, no longer sitting winless after a victory over […]
VNSL 2021: Round 5/6 preview -Another double round of action as VNSL ladder heats up
AFTER a week off, the combined Round 5/6 of the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) is set to kick off on Friday night. Manchester Thunder and Team Bath look to keep their undefeated record intact while Loughborough Lightning will be eager to remain atop the ladder with another win. The Saracens Mavericks and Celtic Dragons are […]
VNSL 2021: Round 4 preview – Teams look to consolidate strong starts in huge round of action
THE fourth round of Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) action will see 10 of the 11 teams go head-to-head once more, as Team Bath gets an extended break before the next double round commencing on March 12, handed the bye round this week. Whilst the ledger will even for a few side this round with the […]
VNSL 2021: Round 3 – Sunday wrap
THERE were a number of blowout games on Sunday during Round 3 of the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) season as Loughborough Lightning produced one of the biggest upsets of the season so far while Manchester Thunder also got the job done to continue their unbeaten start to the season. Surrey Storm (44) defeated by Leeds […]
VNSL 2021: Round 1/2 – Sunday & Monday wraps
THE second half of the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) opening round saw the likes of Team Bath, Saracens Mavericks and Wasps Netball flex their muscles and once again put their hand up as serious contenders for the silverware in 2021. A number of familiar faces were recognised for their overall impact on the game earning […]
2021 VNSL Team Previews: Leeds Rhinos
WITH the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) season just around the corner after a year-long hiatus due to the COVID-19 enforced cancellation in 2020, Draft Central takes a look at each team, its player list and expectations. The next team under the microscope is new franchise Leeds Rhinos who will be eager to prove themselves as […]
Vitality Netball Superleague review Round 4: Stars stun Wasps while Thunder make it four on the trot
ONLY two games were played in Round 4 of the Vitality Netball Superleague (VNSL) as a result of the coronavirus. While not all the games went ahead, the two games that happened provided plenty of intrigue and a surprising upset. Severn Stars (59) defeated Wasps (54) The first game of the round well and truly […]
VNSL 2020 team preview: Wasps Netball
WITH the 2020 season of the Vitality Netball Superleague now upon us, we take a look at each team heading into a massive year in Superleague netball. The next team in our season preview is Wasps Netball. Coach: Mel Mansfield Captain: Hannah Knights 2019 finish: 1st (Runners-up) (16-4) Wasps were impressive all through 2019, with their […]