Melbourne Vixens defeat West Coast Fever 62-51 in Super Netball preliminary final, advancing to face Adelaide Thunderbirds in the grand final, seeking their first back-to-back title.
The Vixens have defeated the Fever 62-51 in the preliminary final, securing their third consecutive grand final appearance. Kiera Austin was named Player of the Match with 24 goals at 92% accuracy.
The Adelaide Thunderbirds secured a spot in the Super Netball grand final for the third time in four seasons, defeating the Vixens 57-44. A second-quarter comeback, fueled by strong defense and clinical conversion of possession, propelled the Thunderbirds forward. Elmére van der Berg was named MVP for her consistent performance.
The Thunderbirds, undefeated in eight rounds and defending champions, face the Vixens in a major netball semifinal. The Vixens, despite recent form dips due to injuries, boast a strong lineup including Australian Diamonds players, while the Thunderbirds rely on their consistent performance and star recruits.
The West Coast Fever have defeated the Collingwood Magpies 56-52 in a dramatic Super Netball semi-final, advancing to the preliminary final. Alice Teague-Neeld was named MVP for her outstanding performance. The Mavericks, despite a strong effort, were ultimately undone by costly penalties and a lack of finals experience.
