Super Netball 2026: Close Games, Star Returns, Expansion Delay

0:00It's April 14th. Welcome to Sydney News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with the story. Round 5 was Super Netball in 2026 delivered the closest margins yet, with just 22 goals splitting the four games and keeping. Everyone glued to the action. The bottom teams pushed hard against the top ones, as both new South Wales sides proved they're not done. The Swift's forced the Vixen into overtime, before 66-59 lost in Sydney, while the Giants nearly upset the Thunderbirds falling. 56-54, after leading most of the way, fans are buzzing about the fight back spirit, especially the Giants' best shot at a win this season, despite their 0 and 5 start. Meanwhile, the Mavericks grabbed 4th with a 62-53 win over the lightning, and the fever edged the Firebirds 58-2, 54 in Perth. Expansion talk hit a snag. No new teams for 2027, push to 2028, because TV rights deals dragged on and the World Cup.

1:01Lands in Sydney next year. Netball Australia still has growth, but needs solid funding first. On the court, retired stars are answering the call again, like 37-year-old Rameilda Aiken George, dropping goals for the fever and Katrina. War jumping in for the Swiss with instant impact. Experience is proving gold when injuries hit, setting a more drama as the season rolls on.