**MATCH REPORT: Panthers Puma 51–41 MSN**
**Puma Regain 3rd Place in Style**

After their last meeting ended in a nail‑biting draw, both Puma and MSN stepped onto court with a point to prove. Sitting side‑by‑side in the league table, this fixture carried weight—bragging rights, momentum, and the all‑important 3rd place spot. For Puma, still feeling the sting of last weekend’s disappointment, this was a chance to reset the narrative. And wow, did they take it.

From the very first whistle you could feel the intensity. Every pass, every drive, every contest had purpose. The girls stepped out with intent and delivered a performance that showed exactly what this squad is capable of when they trust each other, trust the process, and play with heart.

Thursday’s training session had been exceptional, and the coaches were delighted to see that same quality transferred straight onto court. Puma executed the game plan beautifully—forcing errors, controlling the tempo, and showing real discipline through the middle. It was one of those games where everything clicked. The shooting circle was absolutely on fire, the through‑court attack was sharp and confident, and the defensive unit worked tirelessly to win ball after ball.

This was, without question, a match where every single player delivered their personal best performance of the season. The passion, the hunger, the togetherness—it was all there. And with mini eggs on the line, the focus was razor sharp. Even that slightly mischievous Q4 couldn’t take the shine off what was a thoroughly deserved 51–41 victory.

The win means Puma reclaim 3rd place in the league, but more importantly, it showed the character of this squad. They bounced back, they fought hard, and they proved exactly why they belong at the top end of the table.

**Opposition POMs:** Liv & Ava – recognised for their dominance and impact across the court.
**Coaches’ POM:** The entire team – because today, every single player earned it.

A brilliant performance, a brilliant result, and a brilliant reminder of what Puma can do when they play with belief and fire.