2022 Commonwealth Games – Day 7 (Aug 4)

@nesian & @Kwkiwi great discussion but don’t forget DNT made it clear from the start that she didn’t have a starting 7 but she has a style of play based on the strengths of her players. I think she had a few things she wanted to try and she & Debs will be going over the tapes to see what worked.

@nanator I predicted an AUS/JAM final, but I assumed the diamonds would have 12 fit players. The Roses/Diamonds game is going to be high intensity, whoever wins may not have much left in the tank for the final :unsure:

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Cant help to think that the Worlds next year eill have yet anpther different looking team playing.

Potential if they all pass fitness is that
Defence: watson, burger and temu to slide on in.
Midcourt: Maddy Gordon or even a winders/kersten purely for wd and have heffernan run c?
Attack: Ekenasio, Dunn and maybe Tiana?

I really hope to see Dunn make a pinnacle event. I hope she makes the fitness requirements, and makes that WC team!

I wonder if at Pulse next year, we’ll see Souness used more at C? That will push Gordon WA, which I think would be a great thing for her and her chances to making the WC team.

Ekenasio will be a HUGE boost.

@minkie I was surprised that Mes wasn’t used at all too. Her height and athletiscm at WA, could have helped things out. But I think what was really missing, was that midcourt defensive pressure. She is extremely good on defence. I think the same could be said for Bueta when she’s out at GA. They both have strong defence pressure, are renowned for picking up ball early.

Question: have we ever had this line up in a major netball competition before? If so when

Heffernan will be playing alongside Winders next year. I think the balance between the two could work effectively. Winders being that nuggety, short quick player combined with Heffernans height, reach and speed will be great to watch.

Agreed @minkie.

Especially when both Crampton and Saunders have been lacking the whole tournament. Mes eyes first into the circle couldve been crucial.

Hard to find a reason to Noel’s game plans atm. I can see similarities to the 2019 nwc but sheesh this def aint the same calibre of team tbh (and thats nothing against this current team).

For me personally im struggling to have confidence on any set part of the court. Like this shooter is gonna dominate or this defender is gonna get that intercept thatll turn the game, if that makes sense??