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Caps' shooting woes prove costly

Lee Gaskin The Canberra Capitals are in free fall after dropping their sixth straight game and plummeting further adrift of the WNBL top four.

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Graf's future with Capitals hinges on Games review

Chris Dutton The Canberra Capitals want Basketball Australia to fast-track its post-Olympic Games review so the WNBL powerhouse can secure its future with coach Carrie Graf.

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Caps plan: no big Loz

Fleta Page The Canberra Capitals are planning their attack on the two league leaders without Lauren Jackson for their weekend WNBL double header.

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Superstar Jackson holds court after two years

Chris Dutton It's the winning record unmatched in WNBL history and will give Lauren Jackson's rivals nightmares as she attempts to continue an ''insanely incredible'' dominance in her comeback on Friday night.

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Capitals shine without star as Flames fail to ignite

Jon Tuxworth NO LAUREN Jackson, no worries.

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Capitals confident without star as Flames flicker out

Chris Dutton The Canberra Capitals want to ''leave our mark'' on the Women's National Basketball League without Lauren Jackson and are preparing to go on their two-game Queensland road trip without their...

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No Jackson, no worries for Caps

Lee Gaskin The Canberra Capitals are determined to prove their season-opening win without superstar Lauren Jackson wasn't a fluke as their lesser lights get another chance to shine.

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Samuels siblings set hearts on Rio

Chris Dutton Dani has the muscle, Casey's got the skills and after growing up trying to beat each other on the basketball court, the Samuels sisters have a joint Olympic Games dream.

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Caps vow to put Jackson first

By Jon Tuxworth The Canberra Capitals will make Lauren Jackson's longevity their No.1 priority and aim to have a ''bulletproof'' superstar return to the court next month.

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Caps' Ogoke shoots to stay with L J

Lee Gaskin American recruit Valerie Ogoke is determined to prove she deserves to stay at the Canberra Capitals once superstar Lauren Jackson returns.

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Ardossi shrugs off Boomer barbs to battle on for Capitals

Chris Dutton Brigitte Ardossi wants to prove she's not a ''dirty player'' and has vowed to continue her physical game style despite the Bulleen Boomers' bizarre decision to accuse her of striking.

Graf still to come to grips with Caps' predicament

Canberra Capitals coach Carrie Graf admits the fact she won't be part of a WNBL finals campaign for the first time is yet to sink in.

Fear the secret weapon in Caps' aresenal: Dombkins

The Canberra Capitals need to capitalise on their height advantage and the Sydney Uni Flames' fear of being ambushed by the seven-time WNBL champions, Mikaela Dombkins says.

Cosier back in Caps line up early

The Canberra Capitals will welcome back star guard/forward Michelle Cosier for their clash against the Sydney Uni Flames at the Australian Institute of Sport tomorrow.

Young Cap learns hoops of patience

Lauren Jansen knows patience is the key to having a successful WNBL career.

Cosier ready to burst back

Canberra Capitals star Michelle Cosier has promised to immediately return to her brutal and bruising best when she makes her comeback from injury at the AIS Arena today.

Porter back with the Caps

Reinforcements are on their way for the Canberra Capitals, with veteran forward Natalie Porter set to be rushed back for Sunday's grand final rematch with Bulleen.

Caps stay alive, but at a cost

The Canberra Capitals have kept their WNBL season alive after a thrilling seven-point come-from-behind 85-78 victory over reigning premiers Bulleen Boomers yesterday at the AIS Arena.

Short will be sweet for seasoned Caps

Canberra Capitals coach Carrie Graf will rely on the experience of her senior players to ensure her team is not affected by a shortened pre-season.

Capitals take a hit as Lacey steps out

Alison Lacey says a lack of passion and motivation were the main reasons behind her decision to walk away from her basketball career despite being just 23 years old.