Live stream: Kingston not looking to atone for TNL preliminary final loss in opening clash against Cavaliers

A preliminary final rematch is set to headline a massive day of Tasmanian Netball League action with every round 1 game available LIVE. See how to watch this Saturday here.

While they may be starting the season against the same side that ended their 2024 premiership dreams, Kingston coach Tania McNear says exacting a measure of revenge on the Cavaliers won’t be a focus heading into Saturday’s clash.

The Blues and the Cavs met in a thrilling preliminary final last season with their rematch set to be one of the major round 1 blockbusters on offer through KommunityTV to kickstart the season.

All six matches across the Opens and U19s competitions will be available LIVE from Launceston’s Silverdome, kicking off with U19s action between Hawks and Cripps from 10am.

The Opens clash between the two clubs will then take centre stage from 11.30am.

Devon and Karana will then meet in back-to-back clashes before the preliminary final rematch wraps up proceedings at 5.30pm.

The Blues were bested by 19 goals back in July last year and while it ended a dream finals run for her side, McNear is adamant it won’t be mentioned in the lead-up.

“It has not been a focus for us. It’s a new year, a new season, a new team and that game is in the past,” McNear said.

“We reflected upon that semi-final early in the pre-season, just to own our mistakes, including mine, and put it to bed. Focusing on that game isn’t going to help our goals (for round one).

“This game is more about celebrating Emma Johns’ 150th game and I know the team will play their hearts out and enjoy every moment they are on the court because it’s a huge milestone for a netballer to achieve.”

Kingston Blues head coach Tania McNear will lead her side for a second straight season. Picture: Linda Higginson.

Johns will once again co-captain Kingston this season, alongside fellow veteran Nicole Hunt with their leadership and an influx of fresh faces alongside the returning core giving the Blues a genuine shot at going one better in 2025.

“Obviously, our overarching team goal is to go one game better than last season. I don’t think any team heads into the season not wanting that spot in the big dance,” McNear said.

“We were so close last year and of course that hurt when we missed out, but that loss has also made us more determined to grab it with both hands this year.

“The commitment, focus and intensity that the whole team has brought to every session has been very impressive. There isn’t a standout player, they have all bought their best each week. It’s been great watching our new players commit to the TNL pressures and expectations and form connections with other players and coaches.”

Originally published as Live stream: Kingston not looking to atone for TNL preliminary final loss in opening clash against Cavaliers