Coach declares ‘time for a rocket’; star’s ‘pick me for Comm Games’ explosion: Netball Talking PtsBig winners and losers emerge from “fixture crunch”, Lightning prepares to ruin some parties and Kate the Great shines in Vixens’ fourth-straight win.
The breakout players of 2022 – including the shock Swift with career-best figuresWhether it’s a young rising star or someone enjoying career-best form, Catherine Cox takes a look at five players having a breakout season in 2022.
Adelaide miracle continues surge; Fever’s high: Super Netball wrapIn a white knuckle ride, West Coast Fever took home the points in their most courageous victory of the Super Netball season, while a miracle Adelaide win kept their finals dream alive.
Strugglers exact perfect revenge in shock thrashing; table-toppers’ big statement: Super Netball WrapSitting at the bottom of the table and with nothing left to lose in 2022, Sunshine Coast Lightning took their revenge against the Queensland Firebirds. Meanwhile, the Vixens did their thing.
Last year’s spooners stand alone at top; ‘bloody awesome’ upset: Super Netball Talking PointsThe Vixens stamp their authority, Sunshine Girls shine, the Firebirds fall out of the four and the Fever desperately miss their vice-captain. That and more in TALKING POINTS.
‘Not something I love to see in netball’: Star clobbered by goalpost after ‘love tap’Melbourne Vixens shooter Kiera Austin rattled the goalpost but commentators were convinced her opponent had pushed her.
Giants’ slump ends, upset sparks Adelaide’s finals bid: Netball wrapGiants Netball have overcome a midseason slump to return to the winner’s circle, while an upset by Adelaide has kept their unlikely finals hopes alive.
Vixens’ title message as Swifts hit finals dagger: Super Netball wrapThe Melbourne Vixens made a title statement in their top-of-the-table clash with West Coast Fever, while the NSW Swifts have crushed the hearts of Sunshine Coast Lightning fans.
Battlers daring to say the F word, but top two standing out: Super Netball Talking PointsA post-rattling hit, two teams rising above the rest, sparkling games from established and emerging stars, and Collingwood fans daring to say the F word. ROUND 9 TALKING POINTS
Magpies fly into finals mix, Swifts’ dour defence shines: Super Netball wrapSUNDAY WRAP: Collingwood has leapt into Suncorp Super Netball finals contention after a three-year absence, while the Swifts’ dour defence proved too good for Adelaide.
Giant heartbreak in epic first overtime clash; Fever fend off late Lightning strike: Super Netball wrapThe Melbourne Vixens have all but cemented their place in the finals, while the West Coast Fever overcame a third-quarter glitch to run out comfortable winners.
Not-so-Super Shot: Surprising issue exposed in netball revolutionAfter two years with the two-point rule, new data has exposed how the Super Shot could hurt Australia’s Commonwealth Games hopes.
Bloodied star powers gutsy derby upset; shock comeback in ‘match of the season’: Netball Talking PtsTALKING PTS: A bloody NSW derby featuring some “beautiful netball” and a Protea starting to bloom. Plus brave bib changes, a business-like Melbourne Vixens, and the next fixture crunch.
Giant upset in Sydney derby; Fever cement top spot: Super Netball wrapThe West Coast Fever have cemented their place at the top of the Super Netball table, while last-placed NSW upset their cross-town rival Giants in the Sydney derby.
Vixens’ ‘sensational’ final quarter secures win; MVP shines for Thunderbirds: Super Netball wrapA ‘sensational’ final quarter from the Vixens secured victory as the MVP stepped up and helped the Thunderbirds to a needed win. SUPER NETBALL WRAP
The clubs making up numbers and the ‘absolutely brutal’ team to watch — Mid-Season Report CardWe’re halfway through Super Netball season with seven rounds to go until finals. Bianca Chatfield takes a look at the good and bad so far – predicting three clubs are already out of the title race.
‘Any good lip-readers?’ Skippers go face-to-face in fiery war of words: Super Netball Talking PtsWith two captains caught in a heated chat, a shrewd selection move paying off for Fever, the Pies talking flags and the Firebirds finding their state of flow, things stepped up a notch in Round 7.
Magpies claim Vic bragging rights as Giants on a roll: Netball wrapGiants continued their inspiring turnaround in form to claim a third victory on the trot, while Collingwood upset cross-town rivals Melbourne.
Firebirds leave defending champs in world of hurt; Fever overcome Thunderbirds: Netball wrapHaving lost both State of Origin clashes last year, the Queensland Firebirds returned to the winner’s circle in today’s re-match, inflicting a 13-point defeat against the NSW Swifts.
Netball Australia condemn ‘cruel’ bullying of under-fire star’s defensive effortsKate Walsh was involved in a defensive tussle with NSW Swifts rookie goal shooter Sophie Fawns that has since blown up online.
Super Netball’s round of shocks as inspired Pies lead trio of upset results: Talking PointsRound six was meant to be the predictable one. Yet only one match went to plan as Super Netball was turned on its head. TALKING POINTS
Cox: Why selectors decided on the safe approach for Commonwealth Games squadCatherine Cox reveals why she believes the Australian Diamonds are in a great position to win gold with the Commonwealth Games squad announced on Thursday.
Pies reignite season, Giants in thrilling finals repeat: Super Netball wrapThe Collingwood Magpies reignited their finals hopes after an inspiring eight goal win over the Queensland Firebirds, before the Giants stunned West Coast in a finals rematch.
New contender emerges in thriller; Diamonds star steps up: Super Netball WrapIt was a nailbiting finish in Sydney as the Sunshine Coast Lightning beat the NSW Swifts by seven goals, consolidating their recent sharp improvement.
Gold medal star’s shock snub; truth for bolter: Diamonds squad winners and losersThere’s unlucky and then there’s Kim Ravaillion right now, after the gold medal-winning star was snubbed from the Australian Diamonds squad.
Bolter earns shock Diamonds call up as Comm Games squad locked inA Queensland Firebirds star has emerged as the major bolter as Diamonds coach Stacey Marinkovich named the initial 18-person squad for the Commonwealth Games.
An unbeaten Super Netball power copped an unfathomable loss. But it may spark greater gloryFar from a season-derailing calamity, the Melbourne Vixens will be looking at a shock 13-goal loss to the Sunshine Coast Lightning at the weekend as a “disappointing little hurdle”.
Trio shine bright like Diamonds; Giants star dazzles in perfect shooting game - Talking PointsThree Diamonds stars all but locked in their spots to the Commonwealth Games as a Giants ace enjoyed a perfect shooting performance. TALKING PTS
Fatal flaw buries Thunderbirds; defending premiers toppled — Super Netball WrapThe Queensland Firebirds have claimed outright third position on the ladder with a hard-fought 10 goal win over the lively Adelaide Thunderbirds.
Super Netball stunner as undefeated heavyweights shocked in upset of seasonThe Sunshine Coast Lightning have stunned the previously undefeated Melbourne Vixens 71-58 in the biggest upset of the Super Netball season.
Sweet revenge will Liv in the memory; would-be Diamond’s perfectly-timed push: Talking PtsThere was a Rav-ishing performance from a would-be Diamond, a defensive masterclass from Vixen Olivia Lewis against her old side. That and more in Super Netball TALKING POINTS.
Covid fill-in inspires Pies; champs’ crucial win: Super Netball wrapCollingwood Magpies fans have a new hero and her name is Nyah Allen, who after getting the late call-up to replace two attackers down with Covid, starred in Wednesday’s win.
The multimillion-dollar question: Why does netball’s ‘Hollywood’ club keep spectacularly failing?Why has Collingwood – one of the best-resourced clubs in Super Netball and boasting several Diamond-encrusted rosters over the years – so spectacularly failed to deliver on its potential?
Unbeaten Fever stunned after brutal 7695km leg; no holes in Firebirds wall: Super Netball wrapThe Melbourne Vixens rained supershots to continue their strong form in season 2022 by powering over the previously undefeated West Coast Fever in front of a delighted Melbourne crowd.
‘Super’ performance silences critics; dark horses fail ‘test of character’: Talking PointsKiera Austin saves her best performance for her old side, Jhaniele Fowler leads with unflappability, Sophie Garbin goes home and Thunderbirds fail “test of character”.
Netball stunned by one-point thrillerWest Coast Fever said they hadn’t hit their stride yet but they looked the goods in an eight-goal win against the powerful Queensland Firebirds.
Slick Swifts claim sweet trifecta as ‘puzzling’ Pies call raises eyebrowsThe NSW Swifts claimed a trifecta in Round 3, celebrating Heritage Round, Helen Housby’s 100th national league game and an 11-goal win over the Collingwood Magpies.
Honest mid-week talks help Vixens maintain perfect start to seasonA revitalised Melbourne Vixens continued their 2022 charge on Saturday night with their third win in as many games, inflicting another early setback for the Giants.
‘Wow’: Netball star’s freak act has to be seen to be believedA netball player’s incredible feat at training sent her teammates and social media wild, and it has to be seen to be believed.
Giants must ‘regroup’ after shocking Covid chaos as Super Netball revises rulesAfter being dealt a major curveball last week, the Giants are back to full strength and on a mission to dominate Super Netball.