The Melbourne Mavericks have kept alive their hopes of playing finals in their debut Super Netball season, while adding further angst to the Queensland Firebirds' tumultuous week with a 73-61 victory.
Still without star import shooter Eleanor Cardwell (quad injury), the Mavericks held a slender upper hand during an absorbing opening half at John Cain Arena on Sunday before strengthening their grip in the third quarter.
