Shock as Sharks draw with Roar

Perth Now

19-05-2025

Fremantle Sharks sent shockwaves through the WA Netball League when they became the first team to take points off reigning premiers Western Roar in round 10 with a thrilling 54-54 draw.
The Sharks ended a winning streak that dated back to 2023, thanks in no small part to Super Netball recruit Mwai 'MJ' Kumwenda, during the competition's Belt Up Round, promoting seatbelt safety.
MJ entered during a disappointing second quarter for the sixth-placed Sharks and turned the game around, not only helping them to level the scores but pushing them in font during a frantic fourth quarter.
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But just when it looked like West Coast Fever training partner's 30 goals would be enough, Roar's Zoe Baxter delivered a sensational final goal on the whistle to tie the game.
Southside Demons took the opportunity to close the gap on the ladder leaders, dominating the still winless Rangers from the first to final whistle, winning comprehensively 78-37
Demon Georgia Pitt was influential with 22 goals alongside Kelsey McPhee's huge 37.
The third and fourth-placed Comets and West Coast Warriors went into their clash tied on wins, but it was the Comets that were able to make third their own with a 56-48 victory.
The two teams put on a sensational performance, with the game close until the final quarter.
It was a battle of the shooters with Comet Jasmah Haywood scoring 38 and Warriors Jamaica Jauncey 45, but with consecutive quick goals, Haywood was able to build the game-winning lead.
Peel Lightning kept in touch with the top four with a convincing 56-37 win over the Souwest Jets at home in the marquee Friday night match-up
Lightning were dominant in the circle compared to the Jets, with Rebecca Lill (33) Marene Peyper (11), Rylee Norton (six) and Kate Kimberely (six) all sharing responsibility.
Lightning captain Rebecca Nitschke also celebrated her 100th GIG WANL game.