Unbeaten Crinums lead charge as semi-final spots confirmed

Simone Dry of the Stings is challenged by Nikkie Mandeya of Zambesi Eagles during their Telkom Netball League encounter at Ellis Park Arena in Johannesburg on Sunday. Photo: BackpagePix

The race for Telkom Netball League glory is entering its decisive phase after the Division 1 and Division 2 semi-finalists were confirmed at the end of Power Week 2 at Ellis Park Arena in Johannesburg on Sunday.

The standout performers remain the Free State Crinums, who completed an unbeaten run through their opening 12 matches to finish top of the Division 1 standings on 24 points. Their latest statement came in a convincing 47-37 victory over defending champions the Golden Fireballs, in a repeat of last year's final.

The result ensured the Crinums will face the fourth-placed Jaguars in the semi-finals at the Durban ICC from June 12-15. The Jaguars booked their play-off spot despite a 56-45 defeat to the Southern Stings in a match that effectively served as a semi-final dress rehearsal.

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