It was a near-perfect outing in the shooting circle for Samantha Wallace-Joseph, who led from the front with 26 goals. One moment in particular lit up the contest, as she spun 360 degrees to take the feed before coolly converting an Amex Super Shot, underlining her confidence and control under pressure.
Lightning’s accuracy proved decisive across the game, recording an outstanding 98% success rate on single-point attempts. Ella Clark played a crucial supporting role, adding 17 goals with assurance to help stretch the lead and keep Thunder at arm’s length.
Defensively, Shadine van der Merwe delivered a standout performance. The South African’s impact included three important rebounds and a spectacular, full-stretch diving dig to keep the ball in play from the sideline—an effort that epitomised Lightning’s intensity and determination. Her display earned her the Experience Kissimmee Player of the Match award.
In a clash between the league’s top two sides, Lightning showed their quality at both ends of the court, pulling away in key moments to secure another impressive win.