2025 Hart Premier Netball League live stream: Watch four semi-finals live
The Cougars are through to the big dance, while the Bull Sharks will now face an opponent full of belief in next week’s prelim. Watch all four Sapphire and Ruby semi-finals in full REPLAY.
The Kedron-Wavell Cougars have stormed into the Hart Premier Netball League Sapphire grand final after blowing away fellow heavyweight Bond University 67-48 in their major semi-final.
Any expectations of a close encounter between Kedron-Wavell and Bond University were quickly dispelled as the Cougars jumped their rivals with a blistering first quarter.
The Bull Sharks were restricted to just eight goals as the Cougars banged on 24 to blow the game wide open just 15 minutes into the contest.
REPLAYS
SAPPHIRE SEMI-FINALS
Gold Coast Titans v Sunshine Coast Thunder
Watch the full replay in the player above.
Kedron Wavell Cougars v Bond University Bull Sharks
RUBY SEMI-FINALS
TAE Aerospace Jets Netball v Brisbane South Wildcats
Kedron-Wavell Cougars v Gold Coast Titans
The Cougars extended the margin in the second quarter to go to halftime with an imposing 38-17 scoreline.
The Bull Sharks did show plenty of resolve to reduce the deficit to just 15 goals at the final change, but that was as close as they got.
Goal shooter Nalani Makunde was in fine touch with 56 goals at 88.89 per cent, with centre Chaise Vassallo and wing attack Jessica Laga’aia providing her with countless opportunities.
But it was defensively where the Cougars did most of their damage.
Goal attack Mia Stower had minimal impact for the Bull Sharks, while Kirra Tappenden (21/72.41%) and goal shooter Kaylin van Greunen (20/58.82%) lacked their usual zip under the net.
The Bull Sharks will now have to regroup quickly as the come up against a buoyant Sunshine Coast Thunder, who knocked the Gold Coast Titans out of their thrilling elimination final.
In a seesawing contest, both would have been worthy winners but their could only be one as the Thunder crept home by the narrowest of margins, 58-57.
Goal shooter Sally Jenkins (45/84.91) was a potent force and well supported by Natalie Sligar (13/76.47%), while wing attack Baylee Boyd enjoyed a strong game.
For the vanquished, Kourtnee Baird tried hard in the mid court and goal shooter Roxanne Rhind (27/87.10%) and Josie Bingham (19/55.88%) were both solid.
In the Ruby semi-finals, Kedron-Wavell overcame a dogged Gold Coast Titans 57-53 to win through to the grand final.
The Titans will now take on TAE Aerospace Jets, who comfortably saw off the Brisbane South Wildcats 74-50 in their eliminator.
PREVIEW
The 2025 Hart Premier Netball League Sapphire finals are quickly approaching with just four teams hunting for their shot at premiership silverware.
Kedron-Wavell were able to finish as minor premiers thanks to a 79-73 result over second placed Bond University in the final regular season round.
Kedron-Wavell will play Gold Coast at 4pm followed by Ipswich and Brisbane South from 6pm.
hose two teams will meet again in Sunday’s 4pm qualifying final while Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast will play their elimination final from 6pm.
Both Sapphire games, as well as the two Ruby division semi-finals, will be exclusively live streamed on KommunityTV.
Both matches will be as well next week’s preliminary final and the grand final on Sunday, September 14.
With the pointy end of the season quickly approaching, we caught up with each Sapphire head coach to find out how their squads were feeling, match expectations and key players to watch.
KEDRON-WAVELL
Wins: 11, Losses: 3, Draws: 0, Percentage: 120.51, Points: 44
Coach: Elizabeth White
Despite an extremely tight top four, the Cougars will charge into the finals as the team to beat after winning eight of their last nine matches.
Against the top four this season, the women in red have split their results with one win and one loss each against the Bull Sharks, Titans and Thunder.
What is the feeling like among the playing group: “The players are looking forward to the finals series. It has been a hard fought season with very close games so it is exciting to be still involved in the competition. The competition between the top four teams has been very close and this has created an environment where teams have needed to be at their best every week.”
Expectations against Bond University: “It will be a hard fought game that will need all players to produce their best netball. In our two games against Bond each team has had a win and the winning margins were very close.”
Which players will be key in the finals: “We know the Bond shooters have dominated the two point shots so it will be important to try to limit the number they put up. We will try to maintain our attack and make the most of any ball possession scoring from the opportunities we create.”
BOND UNIVERSITY
Wins: 10, Losses: 3, Draws: 1, Percentage: 119.68, Points: 42
Coach: Rebecca Stower
It’s very tough to split the two top teams, who have enjoyed some good battles already this season.
The Bull Sharks threat on the scoring end has been their greatest asset, finishing with 1040 goals through the regular season, 100 more than the Cougars who were next best.
What is the feeling like among the playing group: “The girls are really focused. They’ve been reflective after Sunday’s match and are eager to get back on court this week. This moment represents three years of hard work, we’ve faced our share of challenges, but through it all, these 10 remarkable athletes have believed in the vision, trusted the process, and committed fully. I would give them my all every day, and I’m so proud of what they’ve achieved together with my staff.”
Expectations against Kedron-Wavell: “We’ve worked hard all season to put ourselves in this position, now it’s about the girls trusting that work and delivering when it matters.
Which players will be key in the finals: “All 10 of my players have stepped up throughout the season, and all 10 will play a role in this match. Some bring valuable finals experience, others are experiencing it for the first time, but they’ll come together and back each other all the way.
GOLD COAST
Wins: 8, Losses: 4, Draws: 2, Percentage: 111.91, Points: 36
Coach: Victor Potaka
Still reeling from their 2024 grand final loss to Ipswich, Gold Coast have kept a level head all season and enter the 2025 finals with a point to prove.
Through their rollercoaster regular season, the Titans have shown they can compete against the heavyweight sides but will need to produce full four quarter performances if they are to gain another shot at the title.
What is the feeling like among the playing group: “The 2025 season has been a really long one so to now be in finals is exciting. Like many clubs this year, we’ve had our fair share of challenges but we’ve really banded together and feel united going into this weekend.
Expectations against Sunshine Coast: “It’s always an exciting game against the Thunder. We match up really well and they play a great brand of netball so I’m expecting a tight game like our last encounter.”
Which players will be key in the finals: “Josie Bingham has been consistent this season and when she’s having a confident game, our attack end fires. Likewise in defence, Del Fiso can bring the spark that lifts the entire team. Every player in our group will need to stand up in Finals though, and that will be key to our success.
SUNSHINE COAST
Wins: 7, Losses: 4, Draws: 3, Percentage: 108.37, Points: 34
Coach: Simone Nalatu
The Thunder waltz into the finals as the true dark horses of the top four.
After starting the season with just one win in their first six matches, the Sunshine Coast side turned their form around with six wins, one draw and one loss to Kedron-Wavell through their final eight matches.
What is the feeling like among the playing group: “The group is feeling very positive at the moment. We’ve put out some good performances lately and taken leanings from our recent games. This makes us all hungry to continue to get better and keep performing well.”
Expectations against Gold Coast: “We’ve had some great battles with the Titans all year and we expect the same this weekend. We want to play to our potential as a group, because we know that is what it will take to compete in this finals series.”
Which players will be key in the finals: “We are blessed with some experienced players with the likes is Maddie Hinchliffe, Shannon Eagland and Nat Sligar who will to lead us into this series. But we also have some young guys that are also firing like Jada Delaney and Baylee Boyd.”
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