| NEW ZEALAND U21 DRAW - schedule converted to NZ times & days |
| GAME DATE & TIME |
OPPOSITION |
RESULT
Progressive (Quarter) Scores |
| Wed 12 Aug, 5.15 pm |
v Barbados |
Q1: 24-9 to NZ
Q2: 54-16 (28-7) to NZ
Q3: 78-23 (24-7) to NZ
FINAL: 102-24 (24-1) to NZ |
MATCH REPORT
With most of the team's players taking the court, New Zealand demonstrated confidence with their timing and through court attack. Captain Paula Griffin finished off well and was well-supported in the circle by Alanah Cassidy. New Zealand's high scoring rate was maintained in the final quarter by Kayla Cullen & Grace Rasmussen who added 24 goals between them.
The team changes settled well and maintained intensity and focus throughout the game. Good team defence resulted in a lot of turnover ball and provided additional attacking opportunities.
NZ Shooting Statistics:
Paula Griffin - 58/61 (95%)
Alanah Cassidy - 20/24 (83%)
Grace Rasmussen - 13/13 (100%)
Kayla Cullen - 11/15 (73%) |
| GAME DATE & TIME |
OPPOSITION |
RESULT
(Progressive (Quarter) Scores |
| Thu 13 Aug, 12.15 pm |
v Trinidad & Tobago |
Q1: 23-10 to NZ
Q2: 47-16 (24-6) to NZ
Q3: 69-21 (22-5) to NZ
FINAL: 89 - 31 (20-10) to NZ |
MATCH REPORT
The NZU21 team built on a good start yesterday with an improved attacking and defensive game. Trinidad & Tobago provided some good physical challenges and it was a credit to the young New Zealanders that they maintained composure under intense physical pressure.
Jess Moulds made her debut at goal keeper in the third quarter and contributed to turnover gains.
Captain and goal shoot Paula Griffin gave another strong, consistent performance, steadfastly supported by Camilla Lees at centre and Grace Rasmussen at wing attack.
NZ Shooting Statistics:
Paula Griffin - 64/67 (95%)
Alanah Cassidy - 21/27 (77%)
Kayla Cullen - 4/5 (80%) |
| GAME DATE & TIME |
OPPOSITION |
RESULT
Progressive (Quarter) Scores |
| Fri 14 Aug, 10.00 am |
v Scotland |
Q1: 23-5 to NZ
Q2: 40-14 (17-9) to NZ
Q3: 53-20 (13-6) to NZ
FINAL: 78-24 (25-4) to NZ |
MATCH REPORT
New Zealand faced a determined Scottish side who remained focussed and played with passion throughout the entire match. New Zealand didn't settle into their usual rhythm and lacked consistency and flow with their delivery.Scotland were intense and used short, flat passing which denied New Zealand turnover opportunities.
NZ Shooting Statistics:
Paula Griffin - 45/45 (100%)
Alanah Casidy - 6/6 (100%)
Grace Rasmussen - 22/26 (85%)
Kayla Cullen - 4/7 (57%) |
| GAME DATE & TIME |
OPPOSITION |
RESULT
Progressive (Quarter) Scores |
| Sat 15 Aug, 3.00 pm |
v Northern Ireland |
Q1: 24-3 to NZ
Q2: 44-13 (20-10) to NZ
Q3: 74-18 (30-5) to NZ
FINAL: 97-25 (23-7) to NZ |
MATCH REPORT
The clincial execution of set plays gave New Zealand a good platform for both shooters and defenders to excel in this match. After a challenging encounter yesterday against Scotland, all players showed greater resolve on defence to create turnovers. Opportunities were taken to involve a number of players in the match, and the team's ability to maintain flow demonstrated collective confidence within the team unit.
Hayley Crofts' relentless defensive efforts resulted in numerous turnovers for herself and other players.
NZ Shooting Statistics:
Paula Griffin - 54/58 (93%)
Grace Rasmussen - 34/40 (85%)
Alanah Cassidy - 9/10 (90%) |
| GAME DATE & TIME |
OPPOSITION |
RESULT
Progressive (Quarter) Scores |
| Tue 18 Aug, 5.15 pm |
v Malawi (Quarter-Final) |
Q1: 16-10 to NZ
Q2: 32-22 (16-12) to NZ
Q3: 47-32 (15-10) to NZ
FINAL: 63-38 (16-6) to NZ |
MATCH REPORT
New Zealand U21s have secured a spot in the Semi-Finals against Jamaica, after beating Malawi in a well contested match.
New Zealand overcame a spirited Malawi team who applied pressure throughout the match with strong contesting of the ball and accuracy by the Malawi goal shoot.
Malawi plays an unconventional style of netball and in the latter part of the game, reverted to passing backwards to deny New Zealand possession and scoring opportunities.
New Zealand's timing improved throughout the match with Te Huinga Reo Selby-Rickit gaining significant turnover ball in the second half.
NZ Shooting Statistics:
Paula Griffin - 44/51 (86%)
Alanah Cassidy - 9/11 (82%)
Grace Rasmussen - 10/15 (67%) |
| GAME DATE & TIME |
OPPOSITION |
RESULT
Progressive (Quarter) Scores |
| Wed 19 Aug, 5.15 pm |
v Jamaica (Semi-Final) |
Q1: 15-15
Q2: 29-24 (14-9) to NZ
Q3: 44-32 (15-8) to NZ
FINAL: 57-45 (13-13) to NZ |
MATCH REPORT
The New Zealand U21 team is a step closer to retaining the World Youth Championships title after beating Jamaica in their semi final with a quality team performance.
Jamaica's Romelda Aiken gave her team confidence and both teams traded goals throughout an even first quarter.
The 2nd quarter substitution of Te Huinga Reo Selby-Rickit at goal keeper for the New Zealand U21s limited Jamaica’s long feed options. Aiken left the court injured early in the 2nd quarter, but returned for the third and fourth quarters.
The New Zealand team gained momentum with some slick attacking play and built a healthy lead during the middle stages of the game. Vice Captain Camilla Lees had a strong performance at centre, while Hayley Crofts at wing defence constantly interrupted the Jamaicans' flow. In the attacking line, Alanah Cassidy shot with cool confidence, and worked tirelessly alongside wing attack Grace Rasmussen on both attack and defence.
A rest day is well timed for adequate recovery before the Final on Friday afternoon (NZ time).
NZ Shooting Statistics:
Paula Griffin - 33/40 (83%)
Alanah Cassidy - 24/30 (80%) |
| GAME DATE & TIME |
OPPOSITION |
RESULT
Progressive (Quarter) Scores |
| Friday 21 Aug, 4.00pm |
v Australia (Final)
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Q1: 21-5 to Aus
Q2: 37-19 (16-14) to Aus
Q3: 48-33 (11-14 to NZ) to Aus
FINAL: 64-46 (16-13) to Aus
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NZ Shooting Statistics:
Paula Griffin - 35/41 (85%)
Grace Rasmussen - 8/10 (80%)
Alanah Cassidy - 3/5 (60%) |
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2009 World Youth Championships Draw (81.36 kB)