Nottingham Forest delivered a 64-58 victory against NIC Leeds Rhinos, sharpening their push into the top tier of the Netball Super League. Nottingham Forest made it two wins on the trot, with Chelsea Pitman praising a rapid style that refuses to let opponents settle. Leeds now sit mired in trouble, unable to halt momentum that keeps them anchored near the foot.

South Africa shooter Rolene Streutker drilled 34 goals while Anya Williams added nine, outstripping Paige Reed’s 31 for Rhinos. eighth consecutive defeat deepens concern around Leeds, who look short of answers when pressured. Forest move within one point of AO Manchester Thunder, turning fourth place into a genuine threat for third.

Speed and transition have become Forest’s trademarks, forcing errors and seizing control early. Leeds lack the personnel to match this tempo, and the gap to safety grows each week. Forest have earned respect with grind and pace, while Rhinos face a squad searching for belief.