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Scoop
10-07-2025
- Health
- Scoop
Mason Cleared Of Major Injury
Te Wānanga o Raukawa Pulse defender Parris Mason has been cleared of any major injury but will be in a neck brace for a short period. Mason fell heavily during the Pulse's ANZ Premiership match against the Stars in Wellington on July 5 and has undergone scans and assessment which have cleared her of any bone, disc or main ligament injury, and her neck is stable. Following a period in a brace, Mason will have further tests to determine her return to play procedures. The lively and energetic young defender is now focussed on looking after herself and getting back to full health. ``Me and my family are very relieved that I've been cleared from any major damages,'' she said. ``We are very grateful for the kindness, urgency and overall care from all medical staff involved. ``To everyone who has sent positive thoughts and messages, I've seen all your lovely words, and I truly thank you for the support. ``Although my time in the yellow dress is momentarily on pause, I'm excited to cheer loud and proud for my amazing team-mates and stay connected with them while I focus on my own recovery journey.''
Scoop
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Scoop
Encouraging Signs For Pulse Defender
Following a heavy fall, Te Wānanga o Raukawa Pulse defender Parris Mason has had initial scans which are promising but will require further investigation this week to confirm return to play expectations. Mason was wheel-chaired off the court in some discomfort during the Pulse's ANZ Premiership netball league match against the Stars in Wellington on Saturday. Further updates on Mason's progress will be provided when available.
RNZ News
23-06-2025
- Sport
- RNZ News
ANZ Premiership live updates: Pulse v Steel
Pulse's Parris Mason (L) with Steel's Georgia Heffernan Photo: PHOTOSPORT While the Tactix and Mystics have cleared out at the top of the ANZ Premiership ladder, there is a real fight for the remaining playoff spots. The Pulse and Steel come in off contrasting results last weekend, with only three rounds to go this will be a crucial match. Follow all the action with RNZ's live blog:
Otago Daily Times
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Otago Daily Times
Two-pointers being used to play catch-up
Southern Steel shooter Aliyah Dunn goes for a two-pointer as Central Pulse goal defence Parris Mason puts the pressure on her shot. Pulse defender Kelly Jackson boxes out Georgia Heffernan under the hoop. PHOTO: MICHAEL BRADLEY More shots ... What do we think of the two-point shot? Every team is attacking it differently and it has been fascinating to see the tactics. But it is fair to say in New Zealand it has been used to play catch-up. That was especially evident when the Northern Mystics played the Southern Steel in Dunedin and Filda Vui entered late in the second quarter to nail three two-pointers to turn the score around. Again, on Monday night, Waikato-Bay of Plenty shooter Saviour Tui nailed three in the final four minutes to give her side a sniff of a victory against the Mystics. Silver Ferns captain Ameliaranne Ekenasio has been the most accurate, slotting 11 of 16 two-pointers. ... more changes While many might have predicted the addition of the two-point shot leading to closer scorelines, it has had the opposite effect. Only four of the 18 games have been won by five points or fewer. At least four games have been decided by more than 20 points — the Steel beat the Magic by 28 points in round two — and that is something no fan really wants to see. They want high-intensity, closely fought games that could go either way. There have been some blow-outs and that cannot come just down to the two-point shot. A worrying theme is the top three all beating each other by bigger margins as well. Follow the path Calling players out of retirement seems to be the theme of this year's ANZ Premiership — and netball as a whole. Former Silver Fern Kayla Johnson is back with the Northern Stars as injury cover, having won the title as a replacement for the Mystics last year. Australian Gabby Simpson, who never officially retired after being dropped by the Queensland Firebirds last year, is with the Central Pulse. Steel assistant coach Liana Leota, 40, and Stars assistant coach Leana de Bruin, 47, have also been named in a game this season. While de Bruin did not take the court, and they have since added a rising replacement, is there not cause for concern about the lack of opportunities for the next generation? Silver Ferns coach Noeline Taurua said she was worried about the depth. Taurua highlighted giving the next generation a shot was where she found Laura Langman and Casey Kopua — who turns 40 tomorrow and has joined the Giants in Australia — as teenagers at the Magic. Taking their chances When the young guns have been given a shot, they have what it takes. The Mystics took a shot on 20-year-old shooter Sophia Lafaiali'i with Donnell Wallam nursing a wrist injury — and it paid off. Across her three games, Lafaiali'i has been a strong presence slotting 76 goals from her 80 attempts. Steel replacement Khanye'-Lii Munro-Nonoa, 21, has also been a calm presence when she has been injected. Young defenders in Carys Stythe (Steel) and Catherine Hall (Mystics) are also making a name for themselves with more court time. Turnovers Monday's clash between the Mystics and the Magic was dominated by defence, leading to a low-scoring 40-38 affair. But if you dig a little deeper, the Magic had a whopping 35 turnovers and the Mystics had 28. That is high for any game and no team can expect a dominant win with that many errors.
RNZ News
01-06-2025
- General
- RNZ News
Netball: Pulse defence on display in big win in Steel territory
Pulse's Parris Mason (R) and Kelly Jackson (L) with Steel's Georgia Heffernan. Photo: Marty Melville The Pulse have the best defensive record in the ANZ Premiership and that was highlighted big time when they suffocated the Southern Steel 70-45 in Invercargill on Sunday. Playing at home in Invercargill for the first time this season, the Steel have shown promising signs in returning to their form of old but were largely outclassed. In registering their highest winning score since 2018, the Pulse dominated across the court and rocked the Steel early on. The circle defensive pairing of Kelly Jackson and Parris Mason, supported by wing defence Fa'amu Ioane and centre Maddy Gordon, stifled the Steel attacking line early. Goal shoot Aliyah Dunn has been impressive for the Steel, and sits second in the competition for goals scored. But Dunn was restricted to just 24 goals at 70 percent accuracy. A ballooning scoreline prompted a rearranged midcourt for the home side who had plenty of work in front of them when trailing 19-7 at the first break. Things blew out even more for the Steel, and they went into the main break trailing 38-19. Dunn was forced into several Super Shot attempts in an effort to close the gap but was only able to convert two out of 10. Pulse captain Kelly Jackson said they knew how dangerous Dunn could be. "We wanted to keep her ball in hand to a minimum, we know that she can really put away some big numbers so really happy with that," Jackson said. For the Pulse, Amelia Walmsley converted 50 goals from 51 attempts, to crack her second half-century of the season. Tiana Metuarau. Photo: Photosport Gordon and Whitney Souness dominated the midcourt, while play-making goal attack Tiana Metuarau's vision provided on-point long-range ball into the hands of Walmsley. Metuarau shot 15 goals, including five super shots. A third quarter revival from the Steel made things interesting with the home side winning the period 21-14. Two super shots by Georgia Heffernan and one to Dunn galvanised the Steel but Metuarau settled the visitors with a two-pointer on the buzzer. The Pulse headed into the last break with a handy 52-40 lead and then went on a 18-5 fourth quarter blitz. Jackson was pleased with every part of the court. "Everyone went out there and really nailed their own jobs and it makes it easier for everyone across the court when our roles are clear and we're executing them. When we had ball in hand we were in control and we were able to suffocate them defensively. "I think Amelia had a great game she was a great target and Tiana, and the midcourt fed them really well," Jackson said. An on-going injury ruled Steel midcourter Kate Heffernan out for a fourth straight week. The Pulse now sit second on the ladder, just behind the Tactix who have a bonus point. The Magic and Stars meet tonight in the final game of the fourth round.
