Netball: Central Pulse and Mainland Tactix fall to first-round defeats in ANZ Premiership
18 Apr, 2021 09:00 AM
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Anna Harrison was a standout on her return to the Northern Stars. Photo / Photosport
NZ Herald
The Northern Stars have made a huge statement to open the ANZ Premiership season, beating the two-time defending champion Central Pulse 57-53 in Palmerston North.
It was an impressive showing for the Stars, who led the game from start to finish and looked in control throughout, despite the Pulse closing the gap in the final quarter.
Veteran defender Anna Harrison immediately showed why the Stars wanted her in the team this year, with her presence in the circle flustering the Pulse attack as she tipped and picked off passes.