With a team coached by Noeline Taurua, captained by Laura Langman and featuring Leana de Bruin, Irene van Dyk, Julianna Naoupu and Casey Williams, Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic eventually won the premiership.
However, they subsequently won 12 matches in a row to finish third during the regular season and champions overall.
Sources:[24][33][38][39][40][41] Melbourne Vixens finished the regular season as minor premiers.
Harrison made several vital blocks while being hoisted rugby union lineout-style by her defensive partners, helping Mystics secure a 49–45 win.
However, Vixens successively claimed the minor premiership with three wins in the final three rounds.