In a season where the Lynx finished with an 18-5 record and in second position on the ladder, co-captain Maley was a consistent force across the season, impacting every area of the floor and once again setting the competitive tone for the Lynx. At the end of the regular season, she has averaged approximately 14.6 points, 14.3 rebounds (the most for the League) and 3.5 assists per game, underlining her reputation as one of the most relentless and influential players in the competition.
Finishing Runner‑Up MVP was Alex Ciabattoni, enjoyed arguably her best individual season to date, emerging as one of Perth’s most reliable scoring options. Ciabattoni averaged 15.1 points per game, alongside strong contributions as a secondary playmaker, capping a year that also saw her reach the significant milestone of 150 WNBL games.
In her first season with the club, the League’s marquee import player, Han Xu, was recognised as Defensive Player of the Year. Despite not joining the competition until Round 7, Han quickly established herself as a game‑changing presence right across the court, including in defence. Since joining the line-up, Han has averaged 15.8 points and 7 rebounds, delivering double‑figure scoring most nights while anchoring the paint with her rebounding and shot‑blocking, regularly altering opposition offences with her size and positioning.
The Golden Hands Award was presented to Ally Wilson, awarded based on a calculation of assists plus steals, minus turnovers. Wilson has averaged 14.2 points, 4.8 assists and 4.7 rebounds per game, often guiding the Lynx through high‑pressure moments with her decision‑making and control.
The 2025-26 season while also significant for Wilson, as she celebrated her 250-game milestone, a feat which earns her WNBL Life Membership. This incredible achievement was also celebrated at the Awards Night, alongside Maley and Ciabattoni’s 150-game milestones, and Steph Gorman notching 50 games during the 2025-26 season.
Lynx head coach, Ryan Petrik, said the Awards Night reflected not only individual performance, but the growth of the group across the season.
“I’m really proud of the entire group, and it’s been a great occasion to celebrate some exceptional individual performances throughout the season,” Petrik said.
“Anneli has set the standard for us with her consistency and competitiveness, Chibba (Alex Ciabattoni) took a huge step this year and became a real offensive weapon, Han’s defensive presence changed what we could do as a team, and Ally’s leadership and poise were invaluable in tight moments,” he continued.
“Awards Nights are all about celebrating individual achievements, which are really important, but what I’m most proud of what this group has put out on court, week-in, week-out – sometimes five or six times a week – every week since October. Each week, someone has stepped up and gone above and beyond their role, which has allowed us to be in this position, staring down another finals campaign.
“So, I’m excited to celebrate our season so far and the individual achievements that have come as a part of this, but I’m doing it all with one eye looking ahead to finals next week,” Petrik concluded.
The Lynx will now turn their attention to the post-season, where they are slated to take on the Bendigo Spirit at home next weekend.
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