Mystics continue to impress downing reigning premiers
NORTHERN Mystics kept the good times rolling notching up another win – their first at TSB Arena – against Central Pulse, 58-47. It was a game of two halves as the Pulse held the ascendancy early but got blown out of the water in the third quarter as the Mystics first stole away momentum, and […]
2021 ANZ Premiership preview – Round 4
NORTHERN Stars will be looking to keep their undefeated record intact heading into Round 4 while all eyes will turn to the winless Mainland Tactix who despite putting in a strong effort last round fell agonisingly short. Northern Stars vs. Southern Steel Sunday, May 9 @4:15pm It is going to be an enthralling clash between […]
Nweke seals the deal for Mystics
IT was a frantic finish to the final game of Round 3 in the ANZ Premiership but that did not seem to faze Northern Mystics goaler Grace Nweke who slotted the match-winning goal against Mainland Tactix. The lead ebbed and flowed throughout the game but it was not until the final seconds that the winner […]
2021 ANZ Premiership preview: Round 3
THE Northern Stars will be hoping to retain their unbeaten form heading into Round 3 of the 2021 ANZ Premiership season, while the Mainland Tactix are still on the hunt for their first win of the year. We preview the entire round of action. Southern Steel vs. Central Pulse Sunday, May 2 @4:15pm Sitting on […]
Mystics secure strong win over young Steel side
NORTHERN Mystics notched up their first win of the season defeating the Southern Steel by six goals 64-58 thanks to a much more composed and measured approach across the court. It was a fast start from the Mystics and they looked to keep their foot on the pedal throughout the contest, nullifying the quick ball […]
2021 ANZ Premiership preview: Round 2
ROUND 2 of the ANZ Premiership is set to bring plenty of excitement and unpredictability after a blockbuster opening round of action. Central Pulse are looking for their first win of the season as are the Northern Mystics and Mainland Tactix, making for an enthralling round of action. Northern Mystics vs. Southern Steel Saturday, April […]
Magic hold off fast-finishing Mystics to claim Round 1 win
WAIKATO Bay of Plenty Magic survived a late scare from the Northern Mystics to secure their first win on the board, claiming a six-goal victory (64-60) to complete the opening round of ANZ Premiership action. Some last minute changes from the Magic seemed to be exactly what the doctor ordered to withstand the onslaught and […]
2021 ANZ Premiership preview: Round 1
THE long-awaited return of the ANZ Premiership kicks off on Sunday with Round 1 set to be a blockbuster. A number of new combinations will take centre stage for each of the six sides which will be hoping to show off their star recruits and get an early win on the board. Reigning two-time premiers […]
ANZ Premiership: Pre-season tournament – Day 1
THE ANZ Premiership preseason tournament kicked off on Friday with multiple fresh faces gracing the court for their respective sides. The reigning premiers – Central Pulse – played two games, donning a new look line-up given the departure of a couple of key players across the board while the Magic also got out on court […]
ANZ Premiership: Mystics and Pulse bolster defensive stocks
THE ANZ Premiership is not too far away now and the competition is heating up with new additions joining the fray ahead of the season commencing. One of the most exciting inclusions is that of former England Roses defender Ama Agbeze who is set to pull on the Northern Mystics dress this season. Her acquisition […]
