February 14, 2025

TNL Day 4 showcased epic games

CAPE TOWN – Day 4 of the Telkom Netball League (TNL) 2024 showcased some epic games and also highlighted various critical tournament preparation aspects and critical, performance elements.

What was dubbed the most electric match of the day, saw a battle of experience between 2 national coaches bringing to court 2 different game plans; This was the match between the Crinums and the Fireballs.

The starting line-up for the Fireballs seemed to be looking for defensive height with Tinita van Dyk in the circle to assist with rebounds, countering Karla Pretorius’ height.

Refiloe Ntseka did very well with ball placement and feeding into the circle, but it appeared at times, that the Fireballs connections were lost at centre court.

In the match between the Stings and the Jaguars, the tenacity of the Stings was shown as they didn’t let go that easily. The match ended with the Jaguars winning the game 53 – 48.

In the B Division, the Sunbirds and the Lillies youngsters showed how gutsy they are. However, they struggled to sustain the level of play.

This indicated those simple elements of preparation and performance aspects in such a high-performing tournament. Tired minds and tired bodies allow for less focus and the dropping of balls.

The Kingdom Queens proved very impressive in their performance on the day. Yet again the element of preparation and sustainability came under the spotlight.

This is specifically in terms of highlighting recovery methods when playing two matches in less than 24hrs as in the case of the Diamonds.

In a wrap-up and overview of day 4, experience proved to be key as witnessed by Karla Pretorius and Kamogelo Maseko.

Karla Pretorius showed her strengths at ball interception and was able to turn unexpected balls around, while Kamogelo Maseko showcased her talent at commanding the space.

Northern Cape Diamonds recorded their first win of the season in a tightly contested match against the Lillies, a match where both teams were pitted against each other equally half for half. Both teams showed utmost determination to win the game.

The Lillies won Qs 1 and 2, only for the Diamonds to come back stronger after halftime and claim a 47- 38 victory.

The match between the Crinums and the Flames, the last showcasing of Day 5, ended with the Crinums walking away with a 48 -33 victory over the Flames.

This again showed that the crinums have a plan, a plan to win.

Full Results:

Tornados 40 – 42 EC Comets
Diamond 47 – 38 Lillies
Sonoblomo 52 – 43 KD Queens

Baobabs 31 – 70 Fireballs
KD Stars 42 – 33 Sunbirds

Flames 33 – 48 Crinums.

Wednesday (1 May) Fixtures:


08:00 Sonoblomo vs KD Stars

10:00 Diamonds vs Tornados

12:00 KD Queens vs Tshukudu

14:00 Baobabs vs Flames
16:00 Lillies vs Comets
18:00 Aloes vs Stings

 

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