Round 13 Preview | Vixens vs Mavericks

The last time these two sides met, the Vixens edged home by a single goal, and the Mavericks arrive full of confidence after a recent win over the Fever as they look to break into the top three.

Meanwhile, the Vixens will be aiming to strengthen their hold on second place. Adding to the occasion, the club will also celebrate a significant milestone for long-time coaching staff member Di Honey, who reaches 200 games with the Melbourne Vixens coaching group.

THE MATCH
Melbourne Vixens vs Melbourne Mavericks
Sunday 7 May , 2pm 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 3, Saturday 28 March
Vixens (72) defeated Mavericks (71) at John Cain Arena.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Round 13 brings the second Melbourne Derby of the season, with the Vixens hosting the Mavericks in what promises to be another thrilling contest.

The last time these two sides met, the Vixens came away with a narrow one-goal victory. The Mavericks will head into the clash full of confidence after their win over the Fever. They'll be eager to break into the top three, while the Vixens will be looking to strengthen their hold on second place.

Adding to the occasion, the Vixens will celebrate a special milestone as long-time coaching staff member Di Honey as we celebrate 200 games as a Melbourne Vixens coaching staff member.

ONE TO WATCH
Kate Moloney will be one to watch after a standout performance the last time these sides met, finishing with 21 feeds, 18 goal assists and two pickups. The midcourt battle between Moloney and Jamie-Lee Price promises to be a key matchup, with both players sitting first and second in the SSN for Net Points and recently earning selection in the Australian Diamonds squad.

THE NUMBERS
47 – Sophie Garbin was dominant under the post when these sides last met, converting 47 goals from 52 attempts and proving a reliable target in attack.

10 – The Vixens' defence came to the fore in the previous meeting, recording 10 gains as a team. Emily Mannix and Jo Weston led the charge with four gains apiece, helping disrupt the opposition attack.

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