Lightning remain unbeaten with Mavericks victory

Match report |

London Mavericks

58

Loughborough Lightning

66

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Loughborough Lightning extended their unbeaten start to the Netball Super League season with a composed 66–58 victory away to London Mavericks, maintaining their place at the top of the table.

It was a tightly contested encounter for much of the match, with Lightning keeping control without ever allowing the game to slip out of reach. The visitors showed consistency in attack across the opening three quarters, scoring 15 goals in each to edge ahead.

With the match finely poised at 45–43 heading into the final quarter, Lightning found another level when it mattered most. A dominant closing period saw them pull clear, outscoring Mavericks 21–15 to secure the win.

At the heart of the victory was Samantha Wallace-Joseph, who delivered a standout performance in the shooting circle. The shooter finished with 30 goals and seven AMEX Super Shots, proving decisive as Lightning took control in the final stages.

It was Alice Harvey who impressed again with her defensive resilience, claiming the Experience Kissimmee Player of the Match award for a third time in four rounds.

The result sees Lightning continue their perfect run and underline their strong early-season form as they set the pace in the Netball Super League.