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All the action on and off the floor from Geelong United’s opening WNBL match

Some of the city’s youngest basketball fans got to know their new heroes as Geelong United made its WNBL debut at the arena on Wednesday night.

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October 31, 2024 - 2:11PM
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Geelong United players met the fans after the match. Picture: Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
Geelong United players met the fans after the match. Picture: Kelly Defina/Getty Images)

It was a historic night at Geelong Arena as the city’s new WNBL team took on Townsville Fire.

Hundreds of young fans met their new heroes as Geelong United made their league debut in Round 1.

While the home team didn’t come away with the win – going down to the Fire by 26 points – they surely won a horde of new supporters as the 2024-25 season kicks off.

See all the photos on and off the court as more than 1100 United fans supported their team and a new chapter in Geelong basketball history officially began.

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GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Zia Cooke of the Townsville Fire dribbles the ball against Keely Froling of Geelong United during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Zia Cooke of the Townsville Fire dribbles the ball against Keely Froling of Geelong United during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Tanielle Knight of Geelong United runs out during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Tanielle Knight of Geelong United runs out during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Gemma Potter of Geelong United runs out during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Gemma Potter of Geelong United runs out during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Jazmin Shelley of Geelong United runs out during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Jazmin Shelley of Geelong United runs out during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United and Daniel Raber of Geelong United runs out during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United and Daniel Raber of Geelong United runs out during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Haley Jones of Geelong United runs out during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Haley Jones of Geelong United runs out during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Zia Cooke of the Townsville Fire handles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Zia Cooke of the Townsville Fire handles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Monique Conti of Geelong United looks on ahead of the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Monique Conti of Geelong United looks on ahead of the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Jazmin Shelley of Geelong United defends Alicia Froling of the Townsville Fire during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Jazmin Shelley of Geelong United defends Alicia Froling of the Townsville Fire during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Zia Cooke of the Townsville Fire handles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Zia Cooke of the Townsville Fire handles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Lauren Mansfield of the Townsville Fire shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Lauren Mansfield of the Townsville Fire shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Daniel Raber of Geelong United speaks to team mates during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Daniel Raber of Geelong United speaks to team mates during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: A young fan pumps up the crowd at 3/4 time during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: A young fan pumps up the crowd at 3/4 time during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Alicia Froling of the Townsville Fire shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Alicia Froling of the Townsville Fire shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Alicia Froling of the Townsville Fire looks to shoot during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Alicia Froling of the Townsville Fire looks to shoot during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Lauren Mansfield of the Townsville Fire shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Lauren Mansfield of the Townsville Fire shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Courtney Woods of the Townsville Fire drives to the basket during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Courtney Woods of the Townsville Fire drives to the basket during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Courtney Woods of the Townsville Fire shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Courtney Woods of the Townsville Fire shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Abbey Ellis of the Townsville Fire drives to the basket against Keely Froling of Geelong United during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Abbey Ellis of the Townsville Fire drives to the basket against Keely Froling of Geelong United during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Lauren Cox of the Townsville Fire drives to the basket during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Lauren Cox of the Townsville Fire drives to the basket during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Sarah Elsworthy of Geelong United goes to the locker room at 1/2 time during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Sarah Elsworthy of Geelong United goes to the locker room at 1/2 time during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Gemma Potter of Geelong United reacts during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Gemma Potter of Geelong United reacts during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Hannah Hank of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Hannah Hank of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Abbey Ellis of the Townsville Fire competes for the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Abbey Ellis of the Townsville Fire competes for the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United competes for the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United competes for the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Courtney Woods of the Townsville Fire handles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Courtney Woods of the Townsville Fire handles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Jazmin Shelley of Geelong United handles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Jazmin Shelley of Geelong United handles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United drives to the basket during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United drives to the basket during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Nya Lok of the Townsville Fire and Alicia Froling of the Townsville Fire react during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Nya Lok of the Townsville Fire and Alicia Froling of the Townsville Fire react during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United dribbles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United dribbles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Hannah Hank of Geelong United shoots against Nya Lok of the Townsville Fire during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Hannah Hank of Geelong United shoots against Nya Lok of the Townsville Fire during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Daniel Raber of Geelong United looks to passduring the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Daniel Raber of Geelong United looks to passduring the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Haley Jones of Geelong United handles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Haley Jones of Geelong United handles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Hannah Hank of Geelong United drives to the basket against Lauren Cox of the Townsville Fire during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Hannah Hank of Geelong United drives to the basket against Lauren Cox of the Townsville Fire during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Haley Jones of Geelong United dribbles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Haley Jones of Geelong United dribbles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Haley Jones of Geelong United handles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Haley Jones of Geelong United handles the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United drives to the basket against Alicia Froling of the Townsville Fire and Nya Lok of the Townsville Fire during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United drives to the basket against Alicia Froling of the Townsville Fire and Nya Lok of the Townsville Fire during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Tanielle Knight of Geelong United reacts during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Tanielle Knight of Geelong United reacts during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Daniel Raber of Geelong United dribbles the ball against Nya Lok of the Townsville Fire during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Daniel Raber of Geelong United dribbles the ball against Nya Lok of the Townsville Fire during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Haley Jones of Geelong United competes for the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Haley Jones of Geelong United competes for the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Haley Jones of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Haley Jones of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Tanielle Knight of Geelong United and Gemma Potter of Geelong United reacts during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Tanielle Knight of Geelong United and Gemma Potter of Geelong United reacts during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Jazmin Shelley of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Jazmin Shelley of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United is blocked by Lauren Cox of the Townsville Fire during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United is blocked by Lauren Cox of the Townsville Fire during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United drives to the basket during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United drives to the basket during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United drives to the basket during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United drives to the basket during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Jazmin Shelley of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Jazmin Shelley of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Lynetta Kizer of Geelong United reacts during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Lynetta Kizer of Geelong United reacts during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Lynetta Kizer of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Lynetta Kizer of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United shoots during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Monique Conti of Geelong United looks on during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Monique Conti of Geelong United looks on during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Chris Lucas, Head Coach of Geelong United and Hannah Lowe, Assistant Coach of Geelong United confer during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Chris Lucas, Head Coach of Geelong United and Hannah Lowe, Assistant Coach of Geelong United confer during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Tom Stewart, Geelong AFL player looks on during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Tom Stewart, Geelong AFL player looks on during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Chris Lucas, Head Coach of Geelong United speaks to players during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Chris Lucas, Head Coach of Geelong United speaks to players during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Chris Lucas, Head Coach of Geelong United speaks to players during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Chris Lucas, Head Coach of Geelong United speaks to players during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Chris Lucas, Head Coach of Geelong United looks on during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Chris Lucas, Head Coach of Geelong United looks on during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Courtney Woods of the Townsville Fire handles the ball against Gemma Potter of Geelong United during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Courtney Woods of the Townsville Fire handles the ball against Gemma Potter of Geelong United during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong players thank fans during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Alicia Froling of the Townsville Fire drives to the basket against Jazmin Shelley of Geelong United and Elissa Brett of Geelong United during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Alicia Froling of the Townsville Fire drives to the basket against Jazmin Shelley of Geelong United and Elissa Brett of Geelong United during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Courtney Woods of the Townsville Fire celebrates the win during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Courtney Woods of the Townsville Fire celebrates the win during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Townsville players celebrate the win during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Townsville players celebrate the win during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United keeps the ball in play during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Keely Froling of Geelong United keeps the ball in play during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Zia Cooke of the Townsville Fire drives to the basket during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Zia Cooke of the Townsville Fire drives to the basket during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Courtney Woods of the Townsville Fire drives to the basket during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Courtney Woods of the Townsville Fire drives to the basket during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Lauren Mansfield of the Townsville Fire drives past Sarah Elsworthy of Geelong United during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Lauren Mansfield of the Townsville Fire drives past Sarah Elsworthy of Geelong United during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Lauren Cox of the Townsville Fire competes for the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Lauren Cox of the Townsville Fire competes for the ball during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong United fans arrive during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong United fans arrive during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong United fans arrive during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong United fans arrive during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong Cats AFLW players arrive during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong Cats AFLW players arrive during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong United fans arrive during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong United fans arrive during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong United fans arrive during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)
GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 30: Geelong United fans arrive during the round one WNBL match between Geelong United and Townsville Fire at The Geelong Arena, on October 30, 2024, in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Kelly Defina/Getty Images)

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