The new Suncorp Super Netball season is finally in full swing, and one team has already proven why they could be the team to beat in season 2024.
At the other end, Tippah Dwan flourished in her return to Queensland Firebirds’ purple with 18 goals to her name. The West Coast Fever unleashed goal attack Beckford alongside compatriot Jhaniele Fowler-Nembhard and showcased just what the duo are capable of. Sunshine Coast Lightning secured the services of Liz Watson over the off-season, and the Origin Diamonds captain did not skip a beat in her new colours.
While not an unassailable deficit, the GIANTS just could not work their way back into the hard-fought clash and seemed to lack the energy they needed to mark a comeback. Despite missing Jo Weston and Hannah Mundy, it was the Vixens that came out on top after flying out of the gates and using their tried and tested combinations to overpower the Mavs.
Vixens newcomer Walters held her own against another Origin Diamond in Mavericks captain Amy Parmenter, while the rotation of Tayla Fraser and Maisie Nankivell gave Vixens wing defence Kate Eddy plenty to think about.