Canterbury netball fans are set to deliver one of the biggest crowds of the ANZ Premiership season, with Wolfbrook Arena close to a full house ahead of the VIP Frames and Trusses Tactix final home round robin match of 2026.
With only limited tickets remaining, supporters are preparing to pack the arena for Saturday’s blockbuster clash against the Northern Mystics, creating what promises to be a memorable atmosphere for one of the competition's most significant fixtures.
The strong ticket sales are the latest sign of the growing support behind the defending champions, who have continued to capture the attention of sports fans across the region. As the season reaches its defining moments, Canterbury supporters are once again showing up in force.
Tactix defender Ash Barnett said the prospect of playing in front of a near-capacity crowd was an exciting one for the team.
"Playing in front of our members and supporters is always special, and with such a big crowd expected, it's going to be an incredible atmosphere," Barnett said.
"We're looking forward to putting together a performance that reflects the work we've put in and gives our fans something to cheer about."
The Tactix head into the weekend level with the Mystics on 19 competition points, with just 1% goal differential separating the two sides on the ladder. Tomorrow’s result will play a major role in determining who earns the right to host the ANZ Premiership Grand Final.
For Canterbury fans, it is another opportunity to help create an atmosphere that has become synonymous with Tactix home games.
Adding to the excitement, a win for the Tactix would also mean an eleventh consecutive victory at Wolfbrook Arena, extending an incredible home record that has helped establish the venue as one of the toughest places to play in the competition.
The connection between the team and its supporters has been a key factor in that success, with Canterbury crowds delivering the energy and noise that have helped lift the Tactix in crucial moments while creating a challenging environment for visiting teams.
The crowd is expected to be among the largest seen at a Tactix match in recent years and will provide a fitting backdrop for a contest featuring two of the ANZ Premiership's leading teams.
For those in the stands, the message is simple: arrive early, bring the noise and help create an atmosphere worthy of one of the biggest matches of the season.
