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Can anyone stop the Sydney Flames? Or could Tasmania be about to pull off the upset of the WNBL season? Alice Kunek joins Kelsey Browne on The Loop to break down all the big talking points from around the league. Alice admits she might have got her preseason predictions wrong, explains why the Flames are the real deal and reveals why she believes Tasmania can knock off Sydney this weekend. Plus, Han Xu is back and making her presence felt, Bendigo are under serious pressure, Steph Talbot needs to take charge in Adelaide, and why nobody should be sleeping on Perth or the Capitals. From surprise contenders to struggling favourites, Alice doesn’t hold back in a big WNBL season reality check. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney Flames star Jaz Shelley joins Courtney Ward to discuss her side's hot start to the WNBL27 and the players she loves hitting the court with that are making it possible. Don’t miss the chance to be a part of history this season!All games will be broadcast live on 9Now and ESPN on Disney+, our website and App. Select marquee games on 9Go!, ESPN and ESPN2 🌎 : Website: https://wnbl.com.au 📱 Get the App: https://link.wnbl.com.au/LsHU/youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opals star Sami Whitcomb joins Courtney Ward on The Loop, presented by Blackmores, to break down the WNBL27 Season so far. From the Flames’ flying start, the Lynx’s run-and-gun identity and Adelaide’s slow start, to Izzy Borlase’s WNBA rise and her tip for Tuesday's Bendigo v Townsville clash, Whitcomb weighs in on all the top Round 2 storylines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michele Timms joins Kelsey Browne on The Loop, presented by Blackmores, to talk point guard battles, the Han Xu effect, why she’s not sold on the Flames yet, and her big calls for the WNBL27 Season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seven-time WNBL champion Lauren Jackson joins Courtney Ward to discuss the historic Opening Round, the Chinese star’s massive impact and why Sydney has put the League on notice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cayla George joins Kelsey Browne on The Loop to share her WNBL27 predictions, reflect on the historic season opener and chat about her journey to her next big chapter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UC Capitals recruit Amy Atwell chats with Courtney Ward about her decision to leave Perth, her gold-medal off-season, and why she’s chasing her best season yet in Canberra. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new era of the WNBL is here, and the stage is set for one of the biggest seasons in league history. With nine teams, the arrival of the Tasmania Jewels and international superstars joining the competition, the WNBL26 season promises to be something special. Kelsey Browne is joined by basketball experts Alice Kunek and Damon Lowery for the WNBL Roundtable, breaking down every team's chances ahead of the new season.🏀 Can anyone stop the star-studded Townsville Fire? 🏀 Will the Sydney Flames emerge as genuine championship contenders? 🏀 Can the Tasmania Jewels make an immediate impact? 🏀 Which players will take the league by storm? Plus, the panel makes its bold predictions for MVP, Coach of the Year, Most Improved Player and the WNBL Championship. The WNBL26 season tips off Thursday, October 15, with Tasmania taking on Geelong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Adelaide recruit Shay Ciezki chats with Courtney Ward to talk about her hoops journey, rookie WNBA season and why she's excited about her next chapter with the Lightning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inaugural Jewels Captain, Darcee Garbin, sits down with Courtney Ward to talk about balancing life as a professional athlete and full-time mum, leading a brand-new team, and chasing a top-four finish. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southside Melbourne Flyers newly appointed Head Coach, Sam Mackinnon, sits down with Courtney Ward to chat about his brand new game plan and highlights some breakout players. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Loop, Courtney Ward speaks with Perth Lynx Head Coach Ryan Petrik about their roster turnaround, turning the keys over to star guard Georgia Amoore and why his side will be even more entertaining to watch in WNBL27. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adelaide Lightning coach Aja Parham-Ammar joins Courtney Ward to discuss why her gritty side will represent the South Australian community and be the best versions of themselves during the 2026-27 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelsey Browne is joined by Damon Lowery and Alice Kunek to analyse the Australian Opals' World Cup campaign, ahead of Thursday's sudden death clash with Italy. They also preview the TechnologyOne Townsville Tip Off and make some early season predicitons. Don’t miss the chance to be a part of history this season! All games will be broadcast live on 9Now and ESPN on Disney+, our website and App. Select marquee games on 9Go!, ESPN and ESPN2 🌎 : Website: https://wnbl.com.au 📱 Get the App: https://link.wnbl.com.au/LsHU/youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bendigo Spirit Head Coach and Opals assistant coach, Kennedy Kereama, sits down with Courtney Ward to chat about superstar recruit Jade Melbourne, the continued growth of the WNBL and Australia's chances at the 2026 FIBA World Cup in Berlin. Don’t miss the chance to be a part of history this season! All games will be broadcast live on 9Now and ESPN on Disney+, our website and App. Select marquee games on 9Go!, ESPN and ESPN2 🌎 : Website: https://wnbl.com.au 📱Get the App: https://link.wnbl.com.au/LsHU/youtube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.