Lightning will take on the Melbourne Vixens this weekend for the second week in a row on the road.
Coming up against her former side, Liz Watson will want to put out a strong performance to end the Vixen’s unbeaten streak.
KEY MATCH UP
Steph Fretwell v Jo Weston
Two highly experienced players, Fretwell and Weston are no strangers after spending several years playing together at the international level.
Weston is known for working down her opponents, so Fretwell will have to use her smarts to keep Weston out of the game.
COACH'S COMMENT
Head Coach Belinda Reynolds said while the game is going to be tough, it’s within reach.
“It’s always going to be tough. Vixens have been a formidable outfit for a number of years now and we’re going into their home territory,” she said.
“But we believe we match up really well against the Vixens, and we’ve played really good netball in the last couple of games, it’s just those finishing touches.”
LAST TIME THEY MET
Round 9 2023, Vixens (62) – Lightning (61)
THE TEAM
- Steph Fretwell (C)
- Cara Koenen
- Tara Hinchliffe
- Reilley Batcheldor
- Ashleigh Ervin
- Leesa Mi Mi
- Liz Watson
- Mahalia Cassidy
- Maddie Hinchliffe
- Shannon Eagland (TRP)
MATCH DETAILS
- Suncorp Super Netball Round 6
- Sunshine Coast Lightning v Melbourne Vixens
- John Cain Arena
- 5pm AEST, Saturday 18 May
HOW TO WATCH
Catch the match live or on demand on Kayo Sports or Foxtel for viewers within Australia.
For international viewers, watch the game via Netball Pass.
