Round 11 Preview | Vixens vs Swifts

The league-wide celebration will run across Rounds 11 and 12, aligning with National Reconciliation Week and recognising the contribution and culture of First Nations peoples across the sport.

The Vixens will proudly wear their 2026 First Nations dress design, created by proud Djab Wurrung, Kirrae Wurrung and Peek Wurrung woman Tarni Jarvis. The dress will feature in both First Nations Round matches as the team celebrates the stories and meaning woven throughout the design.

Saturday’s clash will also decide the Sargeant–McKinnis Cup, with the Vixens and Swifts meeting for the second time this season. The winner of the match will be presented with the cup at full time, adding extra stakes to an already important contest.

The match will also feature Deakin University as the official match day partner.

THE MATCH
Melbourne Vixens vs NSW Swifts
Sunday 24 May, 4pm AEST
John Cain Arena | Wurundjeri Country

HOW TO WATCH
Can’t make it to the game? Tune in live or on demand on Kayo Sports, Foxtel or BINGE (Australia), or via Netball Pass (international).

THE TEAM
Kiera Austin (VC)
Kate Eddy
Rudi Ellis
Sophie Garbin
Lily Graham
Emily Mannix
Kate Moloney (C)
Hannah Mundy
Zara Walters
Jo Weston

LAST TIME THEY MET
Round 5, Saturday 11 April 2026
Vixens (66) defeated Swifts (59) at Ken Rosewell Arena.

WHAT TO EXPECT
The Melbourne Vixens will proudly wear their 2026 First Nations dress design on Sunday as part of First Nations Round celebrations.

There will be more than premiership points on the line when the Vixens face the NSW Swifts, with the Sargeant–McKinnis Cup also up for grabs. As the second meeting between the two sides this season, Saturday’s result will determine which club takes home the trophy at the conclusion of the match.

The Swifts enter the match sitting sixth on the ladder and will be eager to push their way into the top four, setting up what promises to be a competitive and exciting battle between two fierce rivals.

The Vixens will be looking to bounce back following last week’s loss to the Sunshine Coast Lightning, while continuing an impressive season that currently sees the team sitting at 9-1.

ONE TO WATCH
Sophie Garbin will be one to watch against the Swifts after an impressive performance in their last meeting, where she shot at 90 per cent accuracy. A dominant presence under the post, Garbin continues to be a key contributor and reliable target for the Vixens in attack.

THE NUMBERS
47 – Sophie Garbin scored 47 goals from 52 attempts the last time the Vixens faced the Swifts, matching her season-high tally from Round 4.

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