From Did Not Play (DNP) to WNBL Finals MVP, Courtney Woods’ rise from role player to Championship-winning Captain has become one of the defining stories of WNBL26.
It’s a journey that didn’t happen overnight. Despite featuring in three Grand Final Series, Woods logged more minutes in the WNBL26 decider (73.37) that she has across the 2020, 2023 and 2025 series combined (66.18), ultimately claiming the Rachael Sporn Award.
Under the guidance of Head Coach Shannon Seebohm, her evolution has been as striking as it has been deliberate. Once known primarily as a shooter, Woods has developed into one of the league’s premier playmakers, a transformation recognised with this season’s Golden Hand award.
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