WNBL changes Flames’ final game of season against Fire
On Thursday, January 25, Cyclone Kirrily in North Queensland forced the closure of Townsville Airport which resulted in the Townsville Fire and Southside Flyers game, scheduled for Saturday, January 27 at 7:30pm (AEST), unable to be played.
The WNBL announced on Monday that the game has now been rescheduled and will be played in round 15 on Wednesday, February 21 at 7pm AEDT.
This has resulted in another game, Sydney’s final round clash with Townsville, also being moved.
Originally set for Wednesday, February 21 6pm AEDT, the match-up will now be played on Sunday, February 25 at 3pm AEDT
All options were explored to play the game, which included parameters around venue availability, athlete and coach availability, and end-of-season timelines.
The rescheduling will mean the Townsville Fire and Sydney Flames will not be able to attend the WNBL Awards evening on Sunday, February 25.
While disappointing for athletes and staff, ensuring all teams finished the competition playing 21 games was the priority.
The league thanks the Townsville Fire, Southside Flyers and Sydney Flames for their flexibility and commitment.
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Adding to that, the WNBL also announced, that due to redevelopment works at the State Basketball Centre, the show court will not be available for the Southside Flyers final regular season game on Saturday, February 24.
This game will now be played at the Melbourne Sports Centre, Parkville.
The Flyers consider it the most appropriate venue to cater for Flyers members and supporters.