Season Preview - Central Districts Women
The gist: After two fairytale seasons, it is once again back to square one for the Central District Lions, with many key players going their own ways.
The stat: The Lions have been eliminated by Forestville in each of the past two post-seasons.
The star: Former college baller Tamika Dukes will be the centre of attention for opposing defences, now that the likes of Jess Mahony have moved on.
The x-factor: Former state represent Lucy Osborn joins the team from Tasmania. At 190 cm, she may help with some interior defence.
The glass half-full: Young players will have a shot to prove their worth.
The glass half-empty: To say replacing Mahony and Desinta Cummins will not be easy is an understatement.
The verdict: The Lions should have enough to avoid a sixth wooden spoon in eight seasons, but are likely to fall short of the finals race.
Predicted finish: Outside the five
2012
Final placing: 4th
Record: 12-6
Home record: 6-3
Road Record: 6-3
Longest win streak: 6
Longest losing streak: 3
Best result: 62-59 W v Forestvile
Worst result: 44-100 L @ Forestville
2013
By James Woite
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