What's On: Opals v China at John Cain Arena, Melbourne
Game day in Melbourne has arrived. Here's everything you need to know.The Australian Opals are ready to take on China in a blockbuster two-game series at John Cain Arena, where a sea of green and gold will welcome the team back to home soil.
MATCHUP
AUS v CHN | 7 July
Venue: John Cain Arena
Location: Melbourne, Victoria
Doors Open: 5:40pm AEST
Boxscore
AUS v CHN | 9 July
Venue: John Cain Arena
Location: Melbourne, Victoria
Doors Open: 5:40pm AEST
FINAL 12
#1 Sitaya Fagan
#4 Ally Wilson
#5 Darcee Garbin
#7 Courtney Woods
#8 Maddy Rocci
#9 Alicia Froling
#10 Bonnie Deas
#12 Steph Reid
#18 Abby Elli
#22 Zitina Aokuso
#23 Alex Fowler
#25 Amy Atwell
#34 Isabelle Bourne
THE COACHES
Paul Gorris will lead the Opals in Head Coach Sandy Brondello’s absence, with Brondello currently in the United States leading the Toronto Tempo in the WNBA. Gorris will be supported by Kristi Harrower, Cheryl Chambers, Renae Garlepp and Kennedy Kereama.
MERCHANDISE
Want to show your support for the Opals? Be sure to visit the iAthletic merchandise stand, where a range of official Opals and Australian Basketball apparel and merchandise will be available.
TICKETS
On the fence? There are still some tickets are still available via Ticketek.
BROADCAST
Both games will be available live and free on 9Go! and 9Now.
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