Led by new centurion Kimiora Poi, the Trident Home Tactix have subdued an injury-stricken Ascot Park Hotel Steel, 52-35, in the first Southern derby of the 2024 ANZ Premiership.
In charge for three-quarters of the match, Te Wānanga o Raukawa Pulse were forced to defuse a determined Stars fightback before clinching a 58-51 win over the Stars to open their 2024 campaign in Auckland on Sunday.
Once warmed up, defending champions the MG Mystics put all teams on notice when producing a decisive second half to open the 2024 ANZ Premiership with an impressive 64-52 win over AVIS Magic in Hamilton on Saturday.
4pm, Saturday 13 April
Magic v Mystics at GLOBOX Arena, Claudelands in Hamilton
Live on Sky Sport and free to air on TVNZ 2 and TVNZ+
A formidable-looking MG Mystics come into the 2024 season with the luxury of retaining eight players from last year’s winning team and with the firm focus of further lifting their standards.
Retaining a solid core at both ends of the court and ably complimented by the introduction of a vibrant mix of newcomers, AVIS Magic are well set to push for a change in fortune in 2024.
Netball New Zealand (NNZ) is excited to confirm Saturday afternoon games during the 2024 ANZ Premiership season will be broadcast live on Sky Sport and shown free-to-air on TVNZ 2 and TVNZ+.
Embracing an influx of fresh-faced young talent, Stars coach Kiri Wills is primed for an exciting and adventurous brand of netball emanating from her new-look team in 2024.
