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Star's stand-in named as Opals announce World Cup squad

A plethora of WNBA stars have been called up to Australia's FIBA Women's World Cup squad, which will be without star forward Cayla George.

AAP · Jul 27

WNBL off-season: Opals star returns home to Victoria

Bendigo Spirit have landed the most significant signing coup of this WNBL off-season, securing the signature of Opals star Jade Melbourne.

AAP · Jun 30

Whitcomb makes WNBL comeback, Capitals sign Olympian

The Perth Lynx have secured the prized signature of Sami Whitcomb after losing one of their own stars to the UC Capitals.

AAP · May 14

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'Shocked': more Aussie stars ink new WNBA contracts

A plethora of Australians have been snatched up by WNBA teams ahead of the league's season beginning in May.

AAP · Apr 13

'Underdog': Jewels to build team as free agency begins

The WNBL's free-agency period has started and Tasmania are looking to build their roster ahead of a maiden season in the competition.

AAP · Apr 2

'Real challenge': Goriss warns of WNBL player exodus

Ahead of the WNBA's looming expansion, Paul Goriss has dealt a reality check to Australia's WNBL, saying it must do something to keep and attract players.

AAP · Feb 7

Flyers fend off Caps to seal WNBL finals berth

Nya Lok's ankle injury was the only negative for the Southside Flyers as they beat the Canberra Capitals by seven points to book a spot in the WNBL finals.

AAP · Feb 3

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Birthday girl Froling stars as Fire beat Capitals

Townsville Fire have celebrated Alicia Froling's 30th birthday with a dominant 16-point victory over Canberra, giving them an excellent chance to finish top.

AAP · Jan 31

Griffin shines as Spirit heap further pain on Capitals

The Bendigo Spirit have kept their first place hopes alive, after beating a lively UC Capitals in the WNBL.

AAP · Jan 25

Borlase dazzles to overshadow fellow star's return

The Bendigo Spirit have continued their charge towards top spot on the WNBL ladder as they dealt a blow to the UC Capitals' finals hopes.

AAP · Jan 23

Capitals strike down Lightning in ugly win

The UC Capitals have kept their finals hopes alive with a win over the Adelaide Lightning, who face the prospect of finishing last on the WNBL ladder.

AAP · Jan 20

Townsville catch fire late to edge past Capitals

Townsville captain Courtney Woods has scored 20 points to lead her side to a hard-fought nine-point win over the UC Capitals at Perth's HoopsFest.

AAP · Jan 18

Flames crush 'soft' Caps by 30, end WNBL losing streak

The Sydney Flames have given Renae Garlepp her first win as a WNBL coach and climbed off the bottom of the ladder after dismantling the Canberra Capitals.

AAP · Dec 27, 2025

Melbourne brings heat as Caps down Venom in thriller

A double-double from Jade Melbourne has helped the UC Capitals overcome a spirited Geelong Venom and notch a fourth-straight WNBL win.

AAP · Dec 20, 2025

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AAP · Dec 12, 2025

Coach slams 'soft' Flyers after copping Capital caning

Sara Blicavs celebrated her milestone 300th WNBL game by leading the in-form Canberra Capitals to a 26-point demolition of the Southside Flyers at AIS Arena.

AAP · Dec 9, 2025

Capitals claim thrilling win over Lightning

The UC Capitals have overcome an almighty scare to see off the Adelaide Lightning and complete a perfect end to round eight of the WNBL.

AAP · Dec 7, 2025

Canberra overcome illness and deficit to win thriller

The UC Capitals have won a 76-75 tussle against the Geelong Venom, courtesy of a courageous double-double by Opal Zitina Aokuso.

AAP · Nov 27, 2025

Fears for WNBL stars with looming WNBA agreement

As time ticks on a new WNBA collective bargaining agreement, WNBL players warn the competition could lose players to the American basketball league.

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AAP · Nov 27, 2025

'Lucky place': why this star import chose the WNBL

Perth import Han Xu is set to debut in round seven of the WNBL, while Southside Melbourne's Tera Reed believes her side is close to achieving a "flow state".

AAP · Nov 15, 2025

Capitals deliver statement win to extinguish Flames

After an hour delay to start of the match, the UC Capitals have smashed the Sydney Flames 96-56, marking the biggest win of the WNBL season.

AAP · Nov 8, 2025

Tolo delivers final moment magic to down Capitals

The Bendigo Spirit have held on to defeat the UC Capitals in a see-sawing contest, with Izzy Borlase and Marianna Tolo stepping up to claim the WNBL victory.

AAP · Nov 6, 2025

Flames extinguish Capitals to end WNBL losing streak

The Sydney Flames have defeated the UC Capitals 73-64 to end their WNBL losing streak, simultaneously dealing Canberra their third consecutive loss.

AAP · Oct 18, 2025

Blicavs blitzes, Opal shines in WNBL season opener

The UC Capitals have defeated the Southside Melbourne Flyers in the opening game of the WNBL season, with Sara Blicavs making a memorable return.

AAP · Oct 17, 2025

'Coolest thing': WNBL building a reputation in WNBA

WNBA player Jade Melbourne says the WNBL is becoming a league which fosters the next batch of stars as her Capitals prepare to start the season.

AAP · Feb 16, 2025

Lynx pluck WNBL finals boost out of Fire

Perth Lynx finished with a flurry to topple Townsville Fire in overtime and lay the platform for a huge WNBL semi-final series between the same two teams.

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