The Australian Netball Diamonds have recorded their first win of the year defeating the New Zealand Silver Ferns in Melbourne tonight. In front of a sell-out crowd, the Diamonds dominated from the opening whistle leading at one stage by 15 goals. Goal attack Susan Pratley led from the front with a best on court performance while Julie Corletto and Susan Furhmann held strong in the Diamonds defensive circle. The Series now stands at one game all.
Shooting statistics
Diamonds:
Sharelle McMahon 17/28 (61%)
Susan Pratley 31/40 (78%)
Silver Ferns:
Irene van Dyk 34/38 (89%)
Maria Tutaia 3/ 4 (75%)
Paula Griffin 7/12 (58%)
