The Telkom Netball League Power Week 1 came to an exciting close with teams delivering spirited performances on the final day to round off a week of high-intensity competition at the Durban University of Technology (Steve Biko Campus) in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal on Saturday, 2 May 2026.
With momentum, standings and confidence all on the line, Day 9 provided a fitting conclusion as sides now turn their focus to the next phase of the tournament.
Western Cape Tornados capped an outstanding Power Week 1 campaign in Division 2 with a 51-45 victory over Free State Sonoblomo, maintaining their unbeaten run.
After leading 28-21 at halftime, Western Cape Tornados were tested by a determined Free State Sonoblomo side, who mounted a strong third-quarter comeback to close the gap to just three goals.
However, Western Cape Tornados held their nerve in the final quarter to secure the win and underline their status as the team to beat. It was centre player Lara Ehlers who once again proved instrumental, earning the Player of the Match accolade.
Kingdom Queens continued their impressive run in Division 2 with a 60-48 win over Eastern Cape Comets.
In a competitive contest, Kingdom Queens gradually asserted control, pulling away in the second half to secure a convincing victory, much to the delight of the home crowd. Kingdom Queens’ goal shooter Aphiwe Thusini once again starred and was named Player of the Match.
Limpopo Baobabs secured a solid 52-44 Division 2 victory over North West Tshukudu in a closely contested encounter, holding their composure in the final minutes to close out the result.
In Division 1, Southern Stings edged North West Flames 51-45 in a tightly fought battle, maintaining their advantage throughout to finish the week on a high.
Eastern Cape Aloes delivered a controlled Division 1 performance to defeat Kingdom Stars 49-34, capitalising on defensive pressure and limiting their opponent’s attacking flow.
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Despite a late push from Kingdom Stars, Eastern Cape Aloes maintained their advantage to secure a comfortable win.
Malawi U21 continued their impressive form in Division 2, closing out their campaign with another strong performance against Limpopo Lilies.
From early inconsistency to clinical execution, Malawi U21 showed significant growth throughout the tournament, finishing with authority, highlighted by back-to-back Telkom Supershots to end the match with a lasting impression on the competition.
As the Crinums and Tornados are crowned Power Week One champions in their respective divisions, the Telkom Netball League now turns its attention to Power Week Two, which takes place from Friday 22 May to Sunday 31 May, at Ellis Park Arena in Johannesburg.
Day 9 Telkom Netball League 2026Â Power Week 1 Results on Saturday, 2 May 2026
D2: Limpopo Lilies 33-65 Malawi U21
D2: Mpumalanga Sunbirds 50-52 Northern Cape Diamonds
D2: Eastern Cape Comets 48-60 Kingdom Queens
D2: Western Cape Tornados 51-45 Free State Sonoblomo
D1: Eastern Cape Aloes 49-34 Kingdom Stars
D1: North West Tshukudu 44-52 Limpopo Baobabs
D1: North West Flames 45-51 Southern Stings
Day 1 Telkom Netball League 2026Â Power Week 1 Results on Friday, 24 April 2026
Day 2 Telkom Netball League 2026Â Power Week 1 Results on Saturday, 25 April 2026
Day 3 Telkom Netball League 2026Â Power Week 1 Results on Sunday, 26 April 2026
Day 4 Telkom Netball League 2026Â Power Week 1 Results on Monday, 27 April 2026
Day 5 Telkom Netball League 2026Â Power Week 1 Results on Tuesday, 28 April 2026
Day 6 Telkom Netball League 2026Â Power Week 1 Results on Wednesday, 29 April 2026
Day 7 Telkom Netball League 2026Â Power Week 1 Results on Thursday, 30 April 2026
Day 8 Telkom Netball League 2026Â Power Week 1 Results on Friday, 1 May 2026
The Telkom Netball League 2026 Season from 24 April to 15 June 2026
24 April – 2 May: Power Week One at the Durban University of Technology, Durban
22 May – 31 May: Power Week Two at Ellis Park Arena, Johannesburg
12 June – 15 June: Final Week (Venue TBC)
Original Copy: Kgotla PR for Netball SA, with editing by gsport
Main Photo Caption: Western Cape Tornados maintained their unbeaten Division 2 championship with a 51-45 victory over Free State Sonoblomo in Power Week One’s climactic finale at the Durban University of Technology (Steve Biko Campus) in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal on Saturday, 2 May 2026. All Photos: Netball South Africa
Photo 2 Caption: Southern Stings prevailed 51-45 over North West Flames in Power Week One’s climactic Division 1 finale.
Photo 3 Caption: Eastern Cape Aloes overwhelmed Kingdom Stars 49-34 with a composed final-day Division 1 performance.
Photo 4 Caption: Northern Cape Diamonds scraped through against Mpumalanga Sunbirds with a tense 52-50 Division 2 finish.
Photo 5 Caption: Malawi U21 delivered a devastating 65-33 Division 2 rout of Limpopo Lilies in Power Week One’s closing act.
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