Netball Notes
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Somerville Eagles
This week we knew we would have 4 tough and physical games against Devon. Unfortunately the D girls couldn’t maintain their lead and they lost 19-32. Regardless of the score, the girls are improving out of sight with each new week and game. There were some great passages of play and pressure over the ball. The C girls also had a loss but it was fantastic to see everyone going for the ball more and committing to their drives. The new combination in defense was also impressive. The B girls went into the match expecting a tough game and that is what they got. The girls played tough, strong netball from the first whistle and were able to come away with another win. The A girls copped the worst of the weather and played most of the match in puddles. The flow of their play was steady and the ball moved down the court well. It was a solid team effort. GO EAGLES!!!
Crib Point Magpies
It was a successful day at Crib Point for the netballers as we welcomed our rivals; Hastings to the courts. D grade started off our day having a solid win of 18 over Hastings. After an unfortunate injury to Tomi during the 3rd quarter, Kylie stepped up into the role of shooter which proved no hard task. She took the role head on and kept the momentum of the team going awarding herself BOC. The attackers defensive pressure was very strong creating turnovers and the girls chased up every loose ball showing how hungry they were for the win. C grade had a very big win of 41 goals over Hastings. From end to end the ball movement was very good and to summarise, they dominated. The goalers versatility was put into play and no matter the combination; it worked. BOC went to Ange for her stellar performance in defence. A lot of pressure on the B grade game between a young Crib Point team and newly improved Hastings. With Hastings having height up both ends it was going to be tough and Crib were down at the quarter time break setting the challenge. Defenders were superb creating turnovers and getting tips to the ball. The goalers were accurate and at half time we were only down by 2 and spirits were high. The second half was ours and we won by 9. A great comeback and hustle by a true B grade side. BOC went to Holly for her awesome amount of pressure put on creating turnovers. This week we head to Frankston in what will be a tough match in all grades! Go Crib!
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Sorrento Sharks Thanks to Fletchers Real Estate for your ongoing support to the netball girls. The u17s had a tough week against Pearcedale recording our first loss for the season. The girls did their best to try and keep up a strong competition but fell to a stronger, smarter side. Grace played a great game all day in the mid court getting her hands on every loose ball she could. C grade also had a tough game this week, our girls in defence did an amazing job and the mid court are starting to get into a good rhythm and of course the girls in the goals never gave up. B grade played a very strong game against a strong team this week. Thanks to all the girls that helped out on the day to get such a great score even though we lost it was a great team effort. Kirra played amazing in WD helping getting the center pass down to the goal shooters. It was a wet and windy day our defenders Meg and Jen trying to stop pearcedale from scoring away through the match. The A grade girls played a very very wet game against Pearcedale, with the rain starting before the game and not finishing until afterwards. The girls were soaked a the end of the game and shoes were heavy. Despite the horrible weather the girls never gave up and played a very competitive game. We welcome Charlie into our team and look forward to the week off, so we can ensure out dresses are dry! GO SHARKS.
Pearcedale Panthers
What a day at Pantherland we had a few weeks ago! Girls looked buzzed and confident after some good close games against Rye the week before and all 4 teams had their foot on the accelerator from start to finish. 17s were first of the mark and showcased some talent and skills worthy of girls with many more years of netty under their belts. They were clean, crisp and precise all over the court and notched up a 42 goal win over Sorrento. C Grade then came out and started where 17s left off with good talking, backing up and support all over the court. Special mention to Molly who had hands to everything all game and captain Em-Kate who finished the day with 40 goals. As B Grade took the court & the morning sunshine disappeared we saw our first hard fought game for the day. Rain made the ball & court slippery but the girls pushed on and lead with their skills in the mid court. Well done to Caity & Hayley who both played ripper games to lead B Grade to their first win of the season. A Grade again took to the court in the rain and were determined not to ruin Pearcedale’s perfect day. There were stars all over the court but special mention to you Maddi who seemed like she couldn’t miss and some excellent defence by Tara and Frank. Great job today girls, lets keep the progress and improvement going! After a bye week last week I’m sure the girls are refreshed and ready to take it to Dromana... Go Get ‘Em!! #panthersroar #pfncunite
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