Locker Room Chat is where we say what everyone else is thinking about netball.
Hosted by Madison and Kelsey Browne, former Australian Diamonds, premiership winners, World Cup and Commonwealth Games medallists, and now commentators on Suncorp Super Netball, we know what it takes to perform at the highest level.
Each week, we unpack the biggest stories in netball. From SSN and the Diamonds to player movement, pathways and the conversations behind the headlines.
Bold takes, honest opinions and expert insight from two people who've lived it.
Episode #17 - we are BACK!
Three weeks away and there is plenty to unpack. We finally close the book on the SSN Grand Final before diving into a Commonwealth Games that may have changed the international netball landscape. The Diamonds miss the gold medal match, New Zealand pull off a remarkable turnaround, Jamaica prove they can handle the biggest pressure moments and suddenly, world netball feels wide open.
Then we turn to what comes next. With SSN contracting officially underway, we talk player movement, coaching whispers and why restricting international players isn't the answer. Instead, we ask the bigger question: how do we keep the world's best league while creating more opportunities for Australia's next generation?
From strengthening pathways and expanding squads to Madi's proposed points system for creating greater competition balance, there are plenty of opinions in this one. World netball is changing, SSN is about to change with it, and we're absolutely here for it.
4 Jul 2026
Ep#16: Locker Room Chat
Welcome to Grand Final Day!
After 14 rounds, two weeks of finals and countless storylines, it all comes down to this. The Adelaide Thunderbirds are chasing a historic third premiership in four years, while the Melbourne Vixens are hunting back-to-back titles.
Two heavyweights. One trophy.
We unpack the Vixens' statement Preliminary Final performance, review the Fever's outstanding season through another round of Sign, Steal & Deliver, unpack the latest contract and trade news, and debate the biggest talking points heading into the off-season.
Then it's all eyes on the Grand Final. We break down how both teams got here, the tactical battles that could decide the premiership, the selection headaches, the players under the most pressure, and reveal our predictions, blinders and the one moment we think will shape the 2026 Suncorp Super Netball Grand Final.
26 Jun 2026
Ep#15: Locker Room Chat
Episode 15 sees the Browne sisters reunited as Kelsey returns from the NBA Finals with stories from one of the biggest sporting stages in the world before diving straight into the chaos of SSN finals.
We unpack why the Thunderbirds continue to look unstoppable, whether the Fever have found their premiership edge and what ultimately ended the Mavericks' fairytale season. We also put the Mavericks under the microscope in another round of Sign, Steal & Deliver, debating the list moves that could take them from contenders to champions.
With one spot left in the Grand Final, we preview the Preliminary Final between the Fever and Vixens, reveal our blinders, make our predictions and ask the question every netball fan is thinking... who's earned the right to challenge the Thunderbirds for the 2026 title?
17 Jun 2026
Ep#14: Locker Room Chat (ft. Emily Beaton)
Episode 14 marks the end of the regular season and the beginning of finals.
Joined by two-time Adelaide Thunderbirds premiership player, media presenter and netball commentator Emily Beaton, we unpack the final round of the season, including the Thunderbirds' dominant finish, the Mavericks continuing to build, the Fever securing a home final and the Giants finally breaking through for their first win of 2026.
We also launch our new Sign, Steal & Deliver segment, identifying who each club should build around, who they should target and where list changes are needed most.
Plus, we chat about Emily's exciting new venture, Unbeaton Media, before previewing a blockbuster Sunday of finals and revealing who we think is best placed to take home the 2026 premiership.
5 Jun 2026
Ep#13: Locker Room Chat (ft. Keirra Trompf)
Episode 13 arrives with finals just around the corner and plenty still to play for across the league.
Joined by former Queensland Firebird, premiership player and Fox Sports commentator Keirra Trompf, we unpack the latest SSN results, the Mavericks continuing to build momentum, the Firebirds’ search for identity and the pressure building across Queensland netball.
Drawing on her experience as part of the undefeated 2011 Firebirds premiership team, Keirra also shares what separates good teams from great ones when the pressure is at its highest.
We also dive into the Diamonds squad announcement, the importance of culture, player development and coaching pathways, before looking ahead to the second last round of the season.
With new premiership contenders emerging, every result is starting to matter.
29 May 2026
Ep#12: Locker Room Chat
Episode 12 arrives at a crucial point of the season, with finals spots, coaching futures and Diamonds selection dominating the conversation.
Joined by former Diamonds captain and netball great Bianca Chatfield, we unpack the Giants’ struggles, the Mavericks staking their claim as a genuine finals contender and ask the big question around the Fever - are they building towards premiership form or still falling short against the teams that matter most?
We also dive into the biggest off-court story of the week, with the NSW Swifts opening applications for their head coaching role. Is it the right move, what does it mean for Briony Akle and could this be the first domino to fall as every player and coach heads towards a new contracting era?
Plus, with the Diamonds squad announcement looming, we put ourselves in Stacey Marinkovich’s shoes and pick our squad. From lock-ins and bolters to the case for Gretel Bueta’s return, we debate who deserves a seat at the table and who might be the surprise selection.
22 May 2026
Ep#11 - Locker Room Chat
Episode 11 dives into one of the biggest talking points in world netball right now as Hannah Kuhar joins the chat fresh off the drama of Jamaica’s Elite League draft day.
From behind the scenes insight into the league’s unique draft system to her return with the Manchester Spurs, we unpack why a draft style trading period might be exactly the shake up SSN needs.
We also break down Round 10 of SSN, including the Lightning’s upset win over the Vixens, the Mavericks building as a genuine finals threat and whether the Swifts are still alive in the race for fourth. Hannah also takes us inside the numbers, revealing the stats she believes actually matter when it comes to premiership success, from ball security to turnover conversion and risk appetite.
Plus, we celebrate Dylan Nexhip's impact on netball, discuss the Commonwealth Games squad chatter and look ahead to a massive Round 11 with finals spots and pressure moments all on the line.
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15 May 2026
Ep#10: Locker Room Chat
Episode 10 sees us hit the pointy end of the regular season, with only five games remaining and the pressure around finals continuing to build.
We ask the big question, who still has a mathematical chance at premiership glory and which teams are running out of time? Joined by sports broadcaster and walking netball encyclopedia Georgia Rajic, we unpack the Swifts’ upset win, the Mavericks building momentum and the growing questions around the Sunshine Coast Lightning and what is really going on up there.
We also dive into Georgia’s final ladder predictions and the coaches under the most pressure heading into the final stretch.
Plus, we acknowledge Romelda Aiken-George ahead of her 255th game, breaking a record many thought would never be touched and cementing her legacy as a pioneer for international players playing Netball in Australia.
9 May 2026
Ep#9: Locker Room Chat
Episode 9 recaps a round where consistency, composure and owning big moments became the difference. We break down the results that mattered most, the teams building momentum at the right time and the sides still searching for answers as the pressure lifts across the league.
We also review Madi’s mid-season Team of the Year, unpacking the selections and what she valued most when making the calls. From consistency to impact in key moments, every position had to be earned.
There’s also appreciation for our new mums returning to play and competing at such a high level, the balance that comes with it and we share our favourite netball mum advice.
As the season rolls deeper into the second round of clashes, the pressure keeps building and the teams that embrace the moment now are the ones shaping what comes next.
1 May 2026
Ep#8: Locker Room Chat
Episode 8 is all about the moments you don’t always see. The mindset, the pressure and the conversations that shape what happens on court.
We revisit our top four predictions. Who’s held their spot, who’s slipped and which teams are still shaping as genuine premiership contenders. We also dive into the reserves and what the pathway forward needs to look like for long term success.
Will Madi land a blinder before the close of the season? And which teams are ready to own the clutch moments, take the scalp they need and level up their winning ways?
As the season continues, so do the expectations and the teams that embrace the pressure now will shape what comes next.
24 Apr 2026
Ep#7: Locker Room Chat
This week, we unpack a round where the pressure continues to build and the season starts to take clearer shape.
At the halfway mark, we roll out our team report cards. Who’s delivering, who’s building and where the gaps are starting to show. The margins across the league are tightening, and consistency is becoming the true separator.
Our Local Legend spotlight this week is a special on, celebrating our beautiful mum.
37 premierships across 14 years of unwavering volunteer service. A legacy built on love, passion, and pure dedication. The heart and soul of the mighty Swans, she truly bled red, blue and white.
A mentor, a coach, a parent, a friend and a life member whose impact goes far beyond the court.
With the second half of the season now in sight, the stakes are rising and every performance carries a little more meaning.
18 Apr 2026
Ep#6: Locker Room Chat
This week, we recap a round that challenged a few expectations and shifted the narrative.
The Giants came out with a point to prove, while questions are starting to build - are the Thunderbirds on shaky ground? Across the league, momentum is shifting, and the gap between consistency and pressure is becoming harder to ignore.
We also spotlight our Local Legends. We want to hear from you, so jump on our socials and get involved. Plus, Hannah Mundy joins us for Minute with Madi, and we look ahead to a blockbuster clash between the league’s two unbeaten teams.
Nearly half way through the season, the tone is well and truly being set, and the pressure is only building.
18 Apr 2026
Ep#5: Locker Room Chat
Round 4 exposed more than just results, it revealed which teams have answers under pressure and which ones are still searching.We unpack the Mavericks’ missed opportunity, why the Swifts’ defensive gaps are becoming a concern, and whether the Lightning are maximising the talent at their disposal.
When the heat came on, some teams panicked, while others doubled down, and that’s quickly becoming the difference between contenders and the rest.
Plus, why the Thunderbirds and Fever continue to set the standard, what Round 5 means for teams under pressure, and why Lightning vs Mavericks shapes as a season-defining clash. Talent keeps you in games, but composure, clarity and answers under pressure win them.
18 Apr 2026
Ep#4: Locker Room Chat
We break down the season’s biggest surprises, the Thunderbirds’ consistency, the Lightning’s search for cohesion and the Mavericks’ habit of blowing big leads as they fight to shake the “almost team” tag.
Plus, a standout stat on Alice Teague-Neeld’s playmaking impact, why Kate Moloney’s leadership is shaping outcomes and Commonwealth Games selection yay or nay?!
We also look at why this early stretch could define who rises and who falls, and we’re only heading into Round 4.
9 Apr 2026
Ep#3: Locker Room Chat
The Adelaide Thunderbirds cemented that they are the benchmark, with internationals once again delivering when the heat came on and proving just how hard they’ll be to stop this season. Their dominance across both ends continues to set the tone for the competition.
We unpack how emotional regulation and composure in key moments separated the contenders from the rest, with several games swinging on who could hold their nerve when the pressure lifted.
Plus, the off-court noise surrounding the Grand Final “Disney on Ice” scheduling debate continues to bubble, while the Melbourne Derby looms as the must-watch clash heading into another huge weekend of Super Netball.
9 Apr 2026
Ep#2: Locker Room Chat
Round 1 delivered plenty to unpack. From standout performances and game-changing moves to the early trends already shaping the season.
We highlight the players who impressed most, the tactical shifts that made the difference and the moments that set the tone for what’s ahead.
Plus, the trending news everyone’s talking about and our picks for who we think is set to have a blinder this weekend.
9 Apr 2026
Ep#1: Locker Room Chat
We kick off the season with our bold opinions and predictions for 2026. From ladder forecasts and potential breakout teams to who we think will take home MVP honours.
We also debate the race for highest goal scorer, which players are primed for career-defining seasons and the international masterclasses we can’t wait to watch as global talent shapes the competition.
Plus, the big calls that could age brilliantly… or come back to haunt us. We’re putting it all on the line before Round 1 in what’s shaping up to be the most unpredictable SSN season yet.
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