2026 Mahindra Australian Volleyball Super League Round Two Weekend Wrap
Super League Weekend Wrap – Round Two
Round Two of the 2026 Mahindra Australian Volleyball Super League is in the books, and the competition is well and truly heating up. Across three venues in New South Wales, the ACT and Western Australia, the weekend delivered tight sets and strong home-court performances.
NSW Phoenix vs Queensland Pirates
NSW Phoenix and Queensland Pirates each walked away with a win from their Saturday double header at Netball Central, NSW. Home ground advantage looked strong for the NSW Phoenix women’s team, who fed off the energy in the building. Both matches had plenty to offer, with a different outcome between the two sides.
Men
The 2025 champions, Queensland Pirates, opened the round with full force, sweeping the home side 5-0. The Pirates held firm through the entire match fighting off NSW Phoenix from gaining momentum. The round two result keeps the Queensland Pirates hot streak alive as they build through the 2026 season.
Final Result: Queensland Pirates def. NSW Phoenix 5-0
Set Scores: 18-12, 18-10, 18-9, 18-9, 18-14
Women
The home court advantage came into full effect for the NSW Phoenix side, who edged a five-set contest with the Queensland Pirates. The sets traded back and forth, however NSW stayed composed through the entire matchup. The Saturday victory is a huge win for the NSW side, who will carry the points with them as they head into round three.
Final Result: NSW Phoenix def. Queensland Pirates 3-2
Set Scores: 13-18, 18-16, 18-11, 10-18, 18-9
Canberra Heat vs Melbourne Vipers
Melbourne Vipers travelled to Radford College in the ACT to take on the Canberra Heat in round two. The home crowd rallied behind their side for the Saturday game, creating a lively atmosphere for the heated matchup.
Men
The Canberra Heat put up a strong fight, taking on the Melbourne Vipers with several sets decided by just a few points. Melbourne stayed consistent and pushed back each time. In the end, the Melbourne Vipers’ composure was the difference in a hard-fought contest.
Final Scores: Melbourne Vipers def. Canberra Heat 4-1
Set Scores: 15-18, 14-18, 16-18, 18-15, 17-18
Game Highlights: https://youtu.be/CfQYEEdMV7w?si=tqrweICNbbKp5d-z
Women
The Canberra home team battled hard against the Melbourne Vipers, but were unable to secure the home win. Melbourne were consistent through the entire match and controlled the contest throughout.
Final Result: Melbourne Vipers def. Canberra Heat 5-0
Set Scores: 17-18, 15-18, 12-18, 13-18, 10-18
Game Highlights: https://youtu.be/1iO-z1uK5iA?si=CjWNTDAQh8FwOAi_
Perth Steel vs Adelaide Storm
Saturday’s final matchup took place at Curtin Stadium in WA, where Perth Steel hosted Adelaide Storm. Both matches in the double header went down to the wire. Ultimately, home advantage reigned supreme for the west coast club.
Men
It was a tight contest throughout, with only a few points separating the two teams in many of the sets. Adelaide Storm fought back every time, and both sides showed their consistency across the match. Perth Steel held on tight and secured a 5-0 win over the Adelaide side.
Final Result: Perth Steel def. Adelaide Storm 5-0
Set Scores: 18-11, 18-12, 18-17, 18-17, 18-14
Game Highlights: https://youtu.be/QwJAt7JgJjg?si=EbSA4z_TWFCQLtiI
Women
The women’s teams then took to the court, with the sets split between the two sides. A strong back and forth made for an intense match and a great display of volleyball. Perth Steel found a second gear in the decider and narrowly defeated the Adelaide Storm.
Final Result: Perth Steel def. Adelaide Storm 3-2
Set Scores: 11-18, 18-14, 18-15, 14-18, 18-10
Game Highlights: https://youtu.be/__XtE143clI?si=nEh9KLtrlANNfuuv