The Territorys first-ever premier league netball game willbe played in Darwin tomorrow at the new state-of-the art Territory Stadium.
The Suncorp Super Netball match, between the AdelaideThunderbirds and the Sunshine Coast Lightning, is hosted by the Territory LaborGovernment as part of its $103 million Turbocharging Tourism stimulus package.
Many of the teams followers have come to Darwin to be apart of the action and a further 1.2 million viewers are expected to watch thematch on free-to-air Channel Nine.
The Territory Labor Governments $11.8 million investment -matched in part by the Federal Government in the fully equipped, high qualityfacility was designed to attract major netball events such as tomorrows game.
The game begins at 2:30pm tomorrow, Saturday 8 June. Ticketsare available at www.ntix.com.au.
As stated by Ministerfor Tourism, Sport and Culture, Lauren Moss:
Our multi-million dollar investment in the new netballstadium has enabled us to host this national-grade sporting fixture and toshowcase our vibrant city and unique lifestyle to a huge audience.
Its about promoting womens sports, tourism, liveability;stimulating our economy and creating local jobs.
A number of teammembers from both the Thunderbirds and Lightning also play for the AustralianDiamonds so spectators can expect thrilling action from world-class players. Itwill be an amazing spectacle and the best netball we have ever seen in Darwin.
As stated by Memberfor Sanderson, Kate Worden:
Having the Suncorp Super Netball play in Darwin is a stampof approval from Netball Australia for our new facilities at Marrara.
The opportunity for local players to see top class playersin action will bring new players to the sport so it is a win for womens sportand a win for the Territory.
As stated by AdelaideThunderbirds and Elite Pathways General Manager, Melody Cooper:
The Adelaide Thunderbirds are extremely proud to bebringing Suncorp Super Netball to sports fans in the Northern Territory.
We cant wait to give Territorians the chance to experiencethe game live and see them cheering us on this Saturday.
