Lisa Mcshea defeated Esme De Villiers 6-4 6-2 in the Caboolture 1 10K final on clay. The upset overturned the form book — Esme De Villiers came in leading the head-to-head 2–0. Lisa Mcshea claimed a first win over Esme De Villiers in three meetings, narrowing the head-to-head to 2–1.
| Date | Tournament | Round | Surface | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997-05-10 | Caboolture 3 10K | QF | clay | Esme De Villiers | 7-5 2-6 6-2 |
| 1997-04-12 | Warwick 3 10K | QF | carpet | Esme De Villiers | 7-6 6-1 |