NTFL 2024-25 live stream: Watch Tiwi Bombers v Palmerston Magpies women Round 9
They may have been level on points entering this match, but Tiwi Bombers women’s side were a class above the Magpies, especially in a blowout final two terms. Watch the REPLAY now.
The Tiwi Bombers women defended their home turf at Wurrumiyanga Oval in commanding fashion against the Palmerston Magpies.
Under the searing heat and in front of adoring fans the Bombers’ skill shone through against their opposition, who have now lost their past three games.
Other than kicking accuracy, the Bombers were dominant in all facets of the contest, claiming an 11.14 (80) to 4.4 (28) victory.
The Bombers got right into their work eager to prove themselves in front of family and friends, but were unable to penetrate the Pies’ sturdy back line.
An even opening period turned into somewhat of a stalemate as Hayley Finning and Ella Ward won the ball back on clearances repeatedly.
Despite the frenetic nature of the game both sides were still unable to separate from the other.
The Bombers fell flat in the second, coughing up its lead, allowing the Pies to walk off with a three point advantage.
A roaring half time speech by their coach the Bombers surged back to life, peppering the Pies goal mouth.
A number of missed kicks were the home sides only critique in the third as Maria Rioli, Kimberley Cunningham and Jelena Tipungwuti ran riot, kicking 5.6 while keeping the black and whites to a single behind.
Tiwi didn’t take the foot off the gas in the final period, compounding the wounded Magpies with zest.
Palmerston’s Taelah Smith, Ward and Marika Carlton did their best to drum up some resolve but the damage was too great.
Tiwi islander Jamie Lee Puautjimi was back in a Bombers guernsey after a season out of the game and said she proud to have put on a show for her home crowd.
“I’m so proud and happy that we could get a win today in front of all the mob that came to watch and in front of all my loved ones,” she said.
“We barely get to play on the island so it’s very special to us to play our best.
“A lot of our girls are having a good season for Bombers and they played good again against Palmerston.
“We are going well and are happy with a big win.”
SCORE
Tiwi: 2.2 2.6 7.12 11.14 (80)
Palmerston: 1.0 3.3 3.4 4.4 (28)
GOALS
Tiwi: Jelena (Molly) Tipungwuti 3, Kimberley Cunningham 2, Maria Rioli 2, Jasmine Cunningham, Hayley Finning, Jamie Lee Puautjimi, Freda Puruntatameri
Palmerston: Taelah Smith 2, Marika Carlton, Ella Ward
BEST
Tiwi: Sarah Darcy, Hayley Finning, Maria Rioli, Jelena Tipungwuti, Jessica Nannup
Palmerston: Taelah Smith, Marika Carlton, Ella Ward, Kate Grady, Erica Rowe
PREVIEW
Tiwi Bombers women defended their home turf at Wurrumiyanga Oval in commanding fashion against the Palmerston Magpies.
In searing heat and in front of their adoring fans, the Bombers’ skill shone through, especially in the second half.
Palmerston has now lost their past three games.
Other than kicking accuracy, the Bombers were dominant in all facets of the contest, claiming a 11.14 (80) to 4.4 (28) victory.
Jelena Tipungwuti topped the scoring with three majors, while Maria Rioli and Kimberly Cunningham scored two goals each during the dominant return to Bathurst Island.
PREVIEW
Level on points in fourth place with the halfway point of the season right around the corner, the winner of this massive women’s clash will certainly get a finals boost.
The NT News and KommunityTV will stream every moment of this clash from 11.30am on Saturday.
For the Bombers, this is a return to the comforts of home for the first time this season.
Tiwi have looked impressive in their opening seven games as the new Tiwi Islands League brings players into the NTFL with plenty of spark.
The likes of Ellie Kellock, Maria Rioli and Arthurina Morren have made solid contributions and will be eager to show off their great form in front of their own supporters.
After missing out on the finals last season, the Magpies, who won their opening three games of the season, are making a bold bid to be involved this time around.
And after two disappointing rounds against some stiff competition, they will be targeting this match as a chance to return to the winners’ circle.
Ella Ward continues to star in the middle for the Magpies, but the likes of Marika Carlton and Taelah Smith will be players Palmerston will want to unleash.
Watch the full replay at the end of the game.
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Originally published as NTFL 2024-25 live stream: Watch Tiwi Bombers v Palmerston Magpies women Round 9
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