HAMILTON Kangaroos remain third on the HFNL Open netball ladder despite suffering its first loss for the 2023 season against ladder leaders South Warrnambool at its new home of Pedrina Park, 39-62.

Each team entered the match undefeated with the Roos sitting third and the Roosters on top of the ladder, and the game started at a frantic pace as both teams looked to stamp their authority on the match.