Round four of the 2024/25 TIO NTFL kicks off tonight with Palmerston hosting Wanderers at Cazalys Oval. The Magpies have made a perfect start to the season with back-to-back wins and will be aiming for a third straight victory against a developing Wanderers side.
Palmerston’s 18-point win over the Darwin Buffettes last week was driven by standout performances from Ella Ward, Erica Rowe, and Bonnie McDougall. Teenage sensation Marika Carlton also impressed, booting a goal and being named among the best for her side.
Reigning premiers PINT take on an improved Southern Districts at TIO Stadium #2 tomorrow. The Queenants are riding high after a thrilling come-from-behind victory in last weekend’s grand final rematch against St Marys.
Meanwhile, Southern Districts missed out on a win due to inaccurate kicking against a fast-starting Tiwi Bombers, despite strong displays from Emma Forsyth and Rhania Hewitt.
While the Crocs will fight hard, PINT should prove too strong in this contest.
Tiwi Bombers face off against the Darwin Buffettes as the curtain-raiser to the highly anticipated AFLW clash between Essendon and Richmond later in the evening.
Tiwi come into the match full of confidence after a solid win over Southern Districts, while the Buffaloes will be eager to secure their first victory of the season.
Glenelg duo Ellie Kellock and Shaylee Dayman have been excellent for the Bombers, while Rosie Wilson has also been a handy inclusion. Tiwi stars Maria Rioli, Kathleen Cunningham, and Arthurina Moreen are fresh off standout performances from last week.
The final match of the round sees Waratah hosting St Marys at Gardens Oval on Sunday. Both teams are yet to record a win this season, so expect this to be a desperate contest.
Despite their winless start, St Marys boast one of the most talented playing lists in the competition and will be looking to build momentum with a victory. After pushing the reigning premiers PINT to the limit last week, the Saints will be eager to go one step further against the Warriors.
