Sydney into fourth as race for WNBL top four heats up The Perth Lynx were the big losers in round 14 of the WNBL season after suffering a shock loss to Adelaide, while the Sydney Flames surged into fourth spot. AAP · Feb 2, 2025
Capitals trump Geelong, Lynx extend WNBL winning streak A star performance from Nyadiew Puoch has helped the Canberra Capitals cruise to an 89-69 WNBL win over Geelong United, while Perth defeated Adelaide. AAP · Jan 5, 2025
Opals surge into Olympic basketball semi-finals with big win over Serbia After a shaky start to the Paris Games Australia’s women are on track for a medal after a 85-67 win set up a clash against the USA The Guardian - AU · Aug 7, 2024
Opals march into Paris semis, eye seven-time champs USA The Opals' French resurgence has pushed them into a likely semi-final with the US after Australia thumped Serbia 85-67 in their Olympics quarter-final. AAP · Aug 7, 2024
Jackson's 'juggle' and the joy of a fifth Games Lauren Jackson's historic fifth Olympic appearance, as a mother of two and 12 years after her last, will send joyous ripples through Australia's Olympic team. AAP · Jul 6, 2024
Goorjian backs veteran Mills to deliver Paris fireworks Patty Mills has had a low-key build-up for the Paris Olympics, but Boomers coach Brian Goorjian is adamant his veteran point-guard will be up for the fight. AAP · Jul 5, 2024
'Fitter than ever': Opals coach warns rivals of Jackson Australian basketball great Lauren Jackson is still setting new benchmarks at 43 years of age, as she chases an elusive Olympic gold medal in Paris. AAP · Jul 3, 2024
Boomers import Jordin Canada named WNBL's best American guard Jordin Canada has won the Suzy Batkovic Medal as the WNBL's most valuable player amid a standout debut season with the Melbourne Boomers. AAP · Feb 25, 2024
WNBL's top four confirmed as Fire extinguish Flames It took until the last game of the regular season for the WNBL's top four to be determined, with reigning champions Townsville ousting Sydney at home. AAP · Feb 25, 2024
Opals coach happy to leave door open for Jackson Lauren Jackson shocked the basketball world with her retirement announcement, but Opals coach Sandy Brondello hasn't ruled out a fifth Olympics for the legend. AAP · Feb 11, 2024
Jackson primed to influence Opals' Games fortunes Michele Timms can't wrap her head around Lauren Jackson's longevity and is confident the 42-year-old can have a vital say in the Opals' Olympic qualification. AAP · Feb 7, 2024
Fire stay top of WNBL ladder with win over Bendigo The Townsville Fire have overcome a rare quiet outing from captain Sami Whitcomb to post an 86-72 WNBL road win over the Bendigo Spirit. AAP · Jan 7, 2024
Atwell shoots Lynx past Flyers, Melbourne stars again Jade Melbourne's hot form has continued for Capitals while Amy Atwell shot Perth Lynx past the Southside Flyers in the WNBL's battle for outright second place. AAP · Dec 23, 2023
Fire extend WNBL streak, painful end to Caps' drought Sami Whitcomb helped stretch Townsville Fire's WNBL winning streak to seven games as Jade Melbourne sparked the UC Capitals in a drought-breaking victory. AAP · Dec 17, 2023
AAP · Dec 12, 2023 Opals great Jackson in frame for Olympics comeback Lauren Jackson has been included in the Opals' extended squad for February's Olympic Games qualifying tournament in Brazil.
AAP · Dec 6, 2023 Opals captain Madgen backs Melbourne on road to Games Opals captain Tess Madgen has tipped Jade Melbourne as a future leader for Australia and a chance of making an impact on the road to the Paris Olympics.
AAP · Feb 19, 2023 Red-hot Townsville Fire continue WNBL winning streak Townsville have made it 10 straight wins to move to the top of the WNBL table while Bendigo's form slump continued, leaving their finals hopes in jeopardy
Newcastle Herald · Nov 29, 2022 Capital growth for star Falcons import Nicole Munger "I came down here and now I'm a Cap. It's unbelievable, the girls are great, they welcomed me with open arms. It's been a whirlwind of a week."
AAP · May 27, 2022 Melbourne sparks Opals in win over Japan A strong final period saw the Opals edge Japan 72-66 in their basketball international.
ABC News · May 26, 2022 Australian-based Opals hoping to impress selectors in the lead-up to the Women's Basketball World Cup As they prepare to face Japan in a three-match series, the Opals local players have a golden opportunity to push for selection for September's Women's Basketball World Cup in Sydney.
AAP · Mar 13, 2022 Caps, Boomers firing in run to WNBL finals Canberra and Melbourne have scored impressive wins over the other teams in the WNBL top four with just one round remaining.