The Free State Crinums remain on track to defending the Telkom Netball League title in division A. They fought gallantly to retain the second place with 14 points.

They have put pressure on the Golden Fireballs, currently leading the log standing with 18 points.

The Free State women closed off their day with a dominant 70 – 42 win over the Flames, showcasing their championship pedigree. The spirited fight has inspired confidence of the illustrious coach, Martha Mosoahle-Samm. Her charges are rising to the challenge against sown-in rivals from Gauteng, the Fireballs and Jaguars, with the latter third on the log table with ten points.

Mosoahle-Samm’s target is to ensure her team remains in the top four to qualify for the semifinals, which is key to bring them closer toward defending the crown.

The Crinums have displayed some determination. Evidence thereof is the two players who won the player of the match (POTM) award. The deserving recipients are captain Refiloe Nketsa and Liamé de Lange. The Crinums are heading into the last round scheduled for 14-20 July compelled to pull all the stops to retain crown. Crinums eye coveted prestige

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