Jeff Cheshire

It was a performance typical of this Southern Steel team — but this one left even its coach in disbelief.

Te Paea Selby-Rickit was a figure of composure when she slotted  yesterday’s match-winning goal. However, appearances can be deceiving.

It does not get any more thrilling than that.

A late rally was not enough to save the season for the Dunedin Thunder.

Defending a title is always impressive, but it would be particularly impressive if this Southern Steel team manages it.

One more big game.

There is plenty of belief within the Dunedin Thunder today.

If things get tough on Sunday, Gina Crampton might find she has an extra source of inspiration.

Take a breath Steel fans - that was intense.

Wendy Frew could not have asked for a more fitting home farewell.

It is hard to see tonight's ANZ Premiership elimination final being anything but close.

There is plenty of emotion involved, but Wendy Frew is trying to keep a lid on all that.

Southland United has bounced back in emphatic style to cause a major upset in the Southern Football League.

The Andy Bay Falcons and City Rise Bombers played out their second thriller of the season on Saturday.

Running through mud is not everyone’s idea of fun, but it is something that worked to Oli Chignell’s advantage yesterday.

This weekend’s games in Auckland are big ones for the Stampede — but they are potentially even bigger ones for the Dunedin Thunder.

A strong contingent of Otago runners will contest the national cross-country championships this weekend.

Gina Crampton admits there is an edge in  the Southern Steel camp — although she is comfortable with that now.

As the NBL heads into playoff mode, Jeff Cheshire predicts how the final four may play out.