While the hosts stayed in touch for most of the first half, trailing 30-17, the Australians were relentless in the final two quarters, eventually coasting to a commanding victory.
“It’s all about confidence, and playing a team from Australia will always be a challenge,” said SA coach Dorette Badenhorst.
“This was the first time our group has played together as a team, and the more confidence they have as a unit, the better they will become.
“It’s great seeing them come together and work as a team the way they did.”
The second of three matches in the series will be played in Potchefstroom on Tuesday evening.
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