GIANTS Netball | Game Day Magazine Issue 1 Vol 1

MAGAZINE Volume 1, Issue 1 GIANTS Netball v NSW Swifts Suncorp Super Netball - Round 1 | 18 Feb 2017 Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre

Suncorp, supporting netballers of all ages.

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IN THIS ISSUE 5

COMMEMORATIVE POSTER

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KIMBERLEE GREEN FEATURE

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#INDIESGIANTADVENTURE

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GIANTS NEWS

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CAROLE SYKES MEMORIAL TROPHY CALENDAR

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TEAM PROFILES

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HEAD 2 HEAD

WELCOME On behalf of everyone at the Club, thank you for joining us today and showing your support for GIANTS Netball as we open the inaugural Suncorp Super Netball season.

We have been overwhelmed by the incredible support shown by our Foundation Members and Fans, and are thrilled to have you here today on this historic occasion for the Club; our first home game.

Today is my favourite time of the week: Game Day. There’s nothing quite like the nervous excitement that builds up from the moment you wake up in the morning. All the weeks of preparation – the hours spent on court or in the gym – all comes into play today, and the team is proud to step out on court in front of you all.

Not only is today our first home game, it also marks a new rivalry with the NSW Swifts the Battle of the Waratah - where the two Clubs will contest the Carole Sykes Memorial Trophy. Carole is a legend of NSW netball and the GIANTS are very proud to be playing in her honour today; read more about the infamous ‘Sykesy’ on page 13.

I’m expecting a passionate and entertaining game against the Swifts, so we will need all our Members and Fans in full voice to help us over the line. Cheer loud, and cheer proud.

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QUICK QUESTIONS: TAYLAH DAVIES

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Julie Fitzgerald Head Coach

THEME Foundation: The basis or groundwork of anything.

For everything there is always a foundation and today, Saturday 18 February, is the beginning of GIANTS Netball. After Netball NSW announced its new elite Club in September 2016, Head Coach Julie Fitzgerald and her inaugural playing group of 15 athletes have spent months preparing for this day.

Now, it begins again. Fourteen weeks of regular round robin competition, before a threeweek Final Series. And GIANTS Netball is aiming to be there until the final whistle, with our Foundation Members and Fans alongside.

The journey is just beginning. We Are GIANTS Netball.

THE TEAM EDITOR Victoria Bain WRITERS Ellen Conroy, Shane de Barra, Kath Tetley DESIGNER Michael Costa ADVERTISING Jennifer Silva, Tim Underwood PHOTOGRAPHY Narelle Spangher CONTACT US PHONE +61 2 9951 5000 EMAIL GIANTSNetball@netballnsw.com WEBSITE GIANTSNetball.com.au FACEBOOK GIANTSnetball INSTAGRAM @GIANTSnetball TWITTER @GIANTS_netball YOUTUBE GIANTSnetballtv

2017 SEASON DRAW NSW HOME

RD 1 RD 2 RD 3 RD 4 RD 5 RD 6 RD 7

SAT 18 FEB | 5:00PM

SAT 25 FEB | 7:00PM

SAT 4 MAR | 7:00PM

SAT 11 MAR | 7:00PM

SUN 19 MAR | 1:00PM

SAT 25 MAR | 7:00PM

SAT 1 APR | 7:00PM

ACT HOME

AWAY

NSW SWIFTS

SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK SPORTS CENTRE

WEST COAST FEVER

QUDOS BANK ARENA (DOUBLE HEADER)

MAGPIES NETBALL HISENSE ARENA

SUNSHINE COAST LIGHTNING UNIVERSITY OF SUNSHINE COAST

ADELAIDE THUNDERBIRDS AIS ARENA, CANBERRA

MELBOURNE VIXENS HISENSE ARENA

NSW SWIFTS

SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK SPORTS CENTRE

RD 8 RD 9 RD 10 RD 11 RD 12 RD 13 RD 14

SAT 8 APR | 7:00PM

SUN 23 APR | 1:00PM

SUN 30 APR | 2:00PM

SUN 7 MAY | 1:00PM

SUN 14 MAY | 1:00PM

FRI 19 MAY | 7:30PM

SAT 27 MAY | 7:00PM

QLD FIREBIRDS

GC CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTRE

MAGPIES NETBALL

QUDOS BANK ARENA (DOUBLE HEADER)

WEST COAST FEVER HBF STADIUM

ADELAIDE THUNDERBIRDS PRICELINE STADIUM

MELBOURNE VIXENS AIS ARENA, CANBERRA

QLD FIREBIRDS

SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK SPORTS CENTRE

SUNSHINE COAST LIGHTNING QUDOS BANK ARENA (DOUBLE HEADER)

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HEIGHT: 180

JULIE FITZGERALD

COACHING CAPS: 282 | WON: 194 | YEARS COACHING: 20

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KIMBERLEE GREEN

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HEIGHT: 177CM | CAPS: 178 | INTERNATIONAL CAPS: 74

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JO HARTEN

GS/GA

HEIGHT: 188CM | CAPS: 72 | INTERNATIONAL CAPS: 81

BEC BULLEY

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JAMIE-LEE PRICE

SERENA GUTHRIE

SUSAN PETTITT

GS @KRISTINA_BRICE

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SAM POOLMAN

GK/GD @SPOOLMAN

GA/GS @SUSANPETTITT

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As a special treat for joining GIANTS Netball at our inaugural home game, we’ve put together a collection of Commemorative Posters of our 2017 Team for you to keep at home.

Whether you cut them out and hang them around your bedroom…contact to your school books and folders…or get them signed by the players at the end of today’s game – they’re a great memento for the day you can tell your family and friends you were THERE at GIANTS Netball’s first ever home game.

COMMEMORATIVE POSTER

TAYLAH DAVIES

HEIGHT: 170CM | CAPS: 5

KRISTINA BRICE

HEIGHT: 196CM | CAPS: 9

WD/C HEIGHT: 189CM | CAPS: 24

HEIGHT: 180CM | CAPS: 199 | INTERNATIONAL CAPS: 57

WD/C @JAMIELEE_PRICE

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COMMEMORATIVE POSTER

HEIGHT: 179CM | CAPS: 44

COMMEMORATIVE POSTER

HEIGHT: 186CM | CAPS: 110 | INTERNATIONAL CAPS: 42

HEIGHT: 177CM | CAPS: 29 | INTERNATIONAL CAPS: 62

@JOHARTEN

WA/C

Show us your collection by tagging #WeAreGIANTSNetball in your social media posts and who knows – you may even get a special shout-out from your favourite players!

@TAYLAHD4

Thank you again for your incredible support today and throughout Suncorp Super Netball.

TONI ANDERSON

HEIGHT: 181CM | CAPS: 0

GD/GK/WD @TONIEANDERSON

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COMMEMORATIVE POSTER

KIMBERLEE GREEN

HEIGHT: 177CM | CAPS: 178 | JUNIOR CLUB: GYMEA

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WA/C @KIMMYGEE8

KIMBERLEE GREEN EMBRACING A GIANT NEW CHAPTER It’s a new club, new fan-base and whole load of expectation that will be on show at Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre today, but GIANTS Netball will have a cool head leading the players out on court as a new era of Australian netball begins.

Given she’s a World Cup and Premiership winner, you wouldn’t think there’s much left in the game for GIANTS Captain Kimberlee Green to achieve, but when you’re a champion it’s very hard to shake that competitive edge – and this is Suncorp Super Netball, after all.

While Green will always treasure over a decade of wonderful memories with today’s opponents, sometimes a change is a good as a holiday and the chance to do something completely new on her own backdoor was just too good an opportunity to turn down.

“The chance to join GIANTS Netball came along at the perfect time in my career,” she says.

“I know exactly what I’m going to get from Jules [Head Coach Julie Fitzgerald]. I started out my career with her and I know how honest she can be, but in such a nurturing way, and I think that’s exactly what I need in my game right now.

“There is nothing better than playing at home in front of your own crowd: that is something that I have always held very dearly to my heart.

“We have done such a good job during pre-season and the entire team has worked so hard, it’s now time to put all of that into action.

“I’ve never been a part of a new club before and it’s going to be really surreal for me out there and knowing I’m going to be part of something that builds our foundations for the future of it, so it’s a very special moment for players and fans alike.”

Registering a win against the NSW Swifts is obviously the main collective target of today’s Round 1 encounter, but Green knows that win, lose or draw, the manner in which the players go about their work is of vital importance too.

““There is nothing better than playing at home in front of your own crowd: that is something that I have always held very dearly to my heart”

“All of the players have been embracing how cool Jules is as a coach and I think the new club has definitely sparked me up a little bit more. Even pre-season has been a complete change to what I’m normally used to and I’ve been able to do all of it which is great.”

The first competitive game of a new club, in a new league and in front of new fans could be hard for many to get their heads around, but Green is looking forward to the challenge and knows her team mates will embrace the occasion, rather than be overawed by it.

“A successful game and a win is what everyone wants but individually we will all be looking for improvement as well. I know that the GIANTS are really looking forward to executing things that we have been working on in training out on court.”

“The fact that I was part of the Swifts for a long time means they know my game inside out but I have been working really hard over pre-season to change what I’ve done before, just so teams don’t recognise what I’m trying to do.

“It’s been a challenge for me, but also really great in terms of embracing this new chapter of my career. I’m really looking forward to the contest, and season, ahead.”

Today the journey starts proper – let the games begin.

“We are really looking forward to getting to see all our new Members and Fans when we walk out on court,” she says.

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BEC BULLEY

HEIGHT: 186CM | CAPS: 110 | JUNIOR CLUB: CALIVIL UNITED

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#INDIES

GIANT Wow – what a fun start to the year, and I haven’t even had my first birthday yet!

Since Mum joined GIANTS Netball, it’s been a sea of Orange.

I’ve met my new Aunties who I get to see every week at training, and I even got to go for a ride in the sky.

I got to visit the Sunshine Coast, QLD and Perth, WA on the big airplane – and I even got my own bed! – while my Mum was playing netball with my GIANTS Aunties. Me and Mum also got our photo taken for the newspaper - she was pretending I was a netball, how silly.

I can’t wait for my next adventures – stay tuned throughout the season, and follow GIANTS Netball on social media for updates on where I’ll be next!

Indie Bulley

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JAMIE-LEE PRICE

HEIGHT: 179CM | CAPS: 44 | JUNIOR CLUB: BANKSTOWN BLUES

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GIANTS NEWS KRISTIANA PROGRESSING WELL

SAY ALOHA TO THE ‘BEST SEATS IN THE HOUSE’

We know GIANTS Netball Members and Fans will be keen to hear how Kristiana Manu’a is progressing in her rehabilitation. Well, we are happy to report that she is doing GREAT!

Thanks to our Major Partners Hawaiian Airlines, lucky GIANTS Netball Members and Fans have the opportunity to win the Best Seats in the House at our home games in 2017!

After undergoing surgery in late December, Kristiana will soon be out of her moon boot and has been working diligently with our Physio Craig to ensure she’s on the right path.

Look out for the seats courtside where four lucky Foundation Members have been randomly selected to be upgraded for today’s game. And best yet – it could be you!

Along with her rehab, Kristiana has also been out and about in the community, meeting with the NSW 17/U Team and attending a recent Telstra App launch.

Upgrade opportunities will be available at all GIANTS Netball home games in NSW…who knows, maybe it will be YOU sitting in plush courtside seats at the Round 2 Double Header at Qudos Bank Arena?

We will continue to bring you updates on Kristiana’s progress throughout the season. Meanwhile, make sure you say hello when you see her at today’s game!

Thanks again to our proud partner Hawaiian Airlines for making this possible.

DIAMONDS WRAP QUAD SERIES CLEAN SWEEP AUSSIE 21S WITH EYES ON THE PRIZE Our own Toni Anderson, Jamie-Lee Price and Assistant Coach Tania Obst returned from Fiji with the Australian 21/U Team recently, where the team remained undefeated against New Zealand, Samoa and the hosts in a friendly tournament.

The Australian Diamonds returned home from the recent 2017 Netball Quad Series undefeated, claiming three wins over New Zealand, South Africa and England.

Our own Susan Pettitt made a triumphant return to the Green & Gold, finishing the series with 54 goals at 87% accuracy in which she played nine quarters at both goal attack and goal shooter.

The series was used by Australia Head Coach Tania as important practice ahead of the 2017 Netball World Youth Cup in Botswana later this year.

Tania is tasked with selecting just 12 players to represent the Green & Gold at the international tournament, and will be using both the Suncorp Super Netball and Australian Netball League to watch athletes closely before making final decisions on her squad.

While Toni has made her way through the Australian player pathway over the years – previously being selected in the Australian 17/U and 19/U squads – it was Jamie-Lee’s first foray in Australian colours after moving from her New Zealand base to be with GIANTS Netball in 2017.

Stay tuned to our digital channels for any updates on the Australian 21/U NWYC Team as they happen.

For more GIANTS News visit GIANTSNetball.com.au GIANTSMAGAZINE

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JO HARTEN

HEIGHT: 188CM | CAPS: 72 | JUNIOR CLUB: TEGATE

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GS/GA @JOHARTEN

CAROLE SYKES TROPHY Today, State Pride is on the line. GIANTS Netball and the NSW Swifts will not only be battling for competition points, but will be going headto-head in the Battle of the Waratah: the inaugural year of the Carole Sykes Memorial Trophy.

A legend of NSW netball, Carole Sykes believed in the Waratah. She displayed great pride in the New South Wales dress, and the role she played in developing some of this State’s finest netball athletes.

by representatives of the Sykes family in honour of Carole and her incredible contribution to the sport.

With over 40 years of service to the Waratah, the proud symbol of NSW representation in netball, Carole Sykes embodies the spirit of the elite player and coach in NSW and this trophy symbolises her passion and spirit for the battle on the court.

A former NSW Captain and representative, Carole turned her hand to coaching after retiring – helping steer NSW to three National Netball Championships and three ESSO Mobil League titles. She was also a former Australian player and coach, and is a member of the Netball NSW Hall of Fame.

The Carole Sykes Memorial Trophy will be contested by both NSW Suncorp Super Netball teams – the GIANTS and Swifts – with the winner being determined based on the result of each match the teams contest. The trophy will be presented today after the match

CALENDAR

Carole (front row right) with the 1970 Netball NSW State Team

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FEBRUARY SATURDAY 18 Australian Netball League Canberra GIANTS v NNSW Waratahs Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre First centre pass 7:30pm

SATURDAY 25 Round 2, Suncorp Super Netball Qudos Bank Arena Double Header Event GIANTS Netball v West Coast Fever Doors open at 3:30pm

SUNDAY 19 Australian Netball League Canberra GIANTS v NNSW Waratahs Genea Netball Centre First centre pass 12:00pm

SATURDAY 25 Australian Netball League Canberra GIANTS v Western Sting Genea Netball Centre First centre pass 4:00pm

SATURDAY 25 Oceania Netball Cup Liverpool City Netball Association 9am - 4pm Head to netballnsw.com for more information

SUNDAY 26 Australian Netball League Canberra GIANTS v Western Sting Genea Netball Centre First centre pass 11:00am GIANTSMAGAZINE

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YOUR GIANTS

GD/GK/WD

DOB 1/09/96 BIRTHPLACE Sydney, NSW tonieanderson

GS

GD/GK

DOB 9/07/94 BIRTHPLACE Baulkham Hills, NSW kristina_brice

WD/C

DOB 5/01/90 BIRTHPLACE Peterborough, England serenabob

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DOB 3/09/95 BIRTHPLACE Wellington, NZ kristianamanua

DOB 18/08/82 BIRTHPLACE Pyramid Hill, VIC becbulley

GS/GA

DOB 21/03/89 BIRTHPLACE Harlow, England joharten

KIERA AUSTIN

DOB 3/10/94 BIRTHPLACE Wollongong, NSW taylahd4

GA/GS

DOB 23/03/84 BIRTHPLACE Canberra, ACT susanpettitt

GA/GS

DOB 26/08/97 BIRTHPLACE Sydney, NSW kiera_austin

WA/C

DOB 5/03/86 BIRTHPLACE Sydney, NSW Kimmygee8

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DOB 4/03/91 BIRTHPLACE Newcastle, NSW spoolman

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DOB 11/04/95 BIRTHPLACE Sydney, NSW maddiehay1

WA/C

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DOB 10/01/96 BIRTHPLACE Sydney, NSW jamielee_price

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DOB 14/04/99 BIRTHPLACE Sydney, NSW teigan_oshannassy

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DOB 1/08/97 BIRTHPLACE Sydney, NSW amyparmenterr

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NICKNAME: KIMMY G

NICKNAME: ABS

HEIGHT: 176CM

HEIGHT: 178CM

POSITIONS: WA, C

POSITIONS: WD/C

ELITE CAPS: 123

ELITE CAPS: 54

YEARS PLAYING: 14

YEARS PLAYING: 5

PREMIERSHIPS: 3

PREMIERSHIPS: 0

INTERNATIONAL CAPS: 74

INTERNATIONAL CAPS: 0

COACH’S LAST WORDS We’re anticipating an intense contest against the Swifts today, as both teams look to get their seasons off to a winning start. Led by one of the best netball tacticians in the game – Rob Wright – the Swifts are a young and incredibly talented playing group, and I expect them to be tenacious and to play with no fear.

One sure way to control the game is by treasuring possession, and that’s what I’ll be telling our players before they take the court. Treasure possession, change up the speed of the game, and you’ll go a long way to controlling play.

And finally: underestimate the Swifts at your own peril.

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KRISTINA BRICE

HEIGHT: 196CM | CAPS: 9 | JUNIOR CLUB: HASSALL GROVE

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SAM POOLMAN

HEIGHT: 189CM | CAPS: 24 | JUNIOR CLUB: WEST LEAGUES

GK/GD @SPOOLMAN

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WITH TAYLAH DAVIES DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN THREE WORDS Energetic, Small and Kind-hearted FAVOURITE HOLIDAY DESTINATION Bali CELEBRITY CRUSH Andrew Pap WHO WOULD PLAY YOU IN A MOVIE Shrek THREE THINGS YOU CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT Beach, Family and Food BEST NETBALL ADVICE YOU HAVE EVER BEEN GIVEN There’s always something positive out of every situation YOUR PRE-GAME RITUAL Sleep in, Swim at the beach, Pasta for lunch, go to the bathroom…a lot!

FAVOURITE SPORTSPERSON OF ALL TIME Kerryn McCann, Marathon Runner SHARE SOMETHING ABOUT YOU WE WOULDN’T KNOW I’m a stress head!

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TAYLAH DAVIES

HEIGHT: 170CM | CAPS: 5 | JUNIOR CLUB: NORTHERN SUBURBS

WA/C @TAYLAHD4

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CANBERRA GIANTS Netball NSW, in partnership with Netball ACT, announced earlier this year the introduction of the Canberra GIANTS to contest the 2017 Australian Netball League, which begins TONIGHT following the conclusion of the Suncorp Super Netball match.

The new ANL team is the first joint venture between Netball NSW and Netball ACT, and will feature young athletes from both respective player pathways as well as coaching talent.

The Canberra GIANTS will be overseen by co-Head Coaches Maria Lynch (NSW) and Sharyn Hill (ACT), who will help guide the 14-strong playing group against some of the best and brightest upcoming netball talent from across the country.

As one of eight teams contesting the national domestic competition, the Canberra GIANTS will help support their Suncorp Super Netball ‘big sisters’ GIANTS Netball, and will include the four GIANTS Netball training partners Kiera Austin, Maddie Hay, Teigan O’Shannassy and Amy Parmenter in the roster.

Officially launching their 2017 ANL Season last week at the National Museum in Canberra, the GIANTS will contest seven rounds during the regular season – looking to finish in the Top 4 to qualify for the 2017 ANL Finals Series, which will be held in Perth the weekend of 8-9 April.

Fans are encouraged to stick around after today’s GIANTS Netball game to cheer on our Canberra GIANTS against the Netball NSW Waratahs, with your ticket (including GIANTS Netball Members) allowing you access to remain in your seat. Twice the netball action in one day – how cool!

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Date Sat 18 Feb Sun 19 Feb Sat 25 Feb Sun 26 Feb Sat 4 Mar Sun 5 Mar Sat 11 Mar Sun 12 Mar Sat 18 Mar Sun 19 Mar Sat 25 Mar Sun 26 Mar Sat 1 Apr Sun 2 Apr

Time* 7:30pm 12:00pm 4:00pm 11:00am 4:30pm 11:00am 5:30pm 10:00am 6:00pm 3:30pm 5:00pm 12:00pm 5:00pm 12:00pm

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You can cheer on the Canberra GIANTS throughout the 2017 ANL Season – check out their fixtures below, and get your Orange on for our ANL girls!

About the Australian Netball League Founded in 2008 with the introduction of the former Trans-Tasman Netball League, the Australian Netball League (ANL) gives netball fans around the country the chance to see some of the country’s best young talent in action.

For the players, it is a fantastic opportunity to test their skills in a competition that bridges the gap between State League competitions and Suncorp Super Netball.

The under-pinning competition is vital to the Netball Australia national pathway, and not only provides players with an opportunity to develop their knowledge and experience but also coaches, umpires and officials.

The 2017 ANL competition will be contested by eight teams from every State and Territory, and will see each ANL team directly aligned with a corresponding Suncorp Super Netball franchise.

2017 Canberra GIANTS Kiera AUSTIN, Georgia CLAYDEN, Natalie ELDRIDGE, Ashleigh FONG, Maddie HAY, Leigh KALSBEEK, Shannon O’CONNOR, Teigan O’SHANNASSY, Amy PARMENTER, Leah PRICE, Kara STYLES, Mel TALLENT, Sarah TATAM, Madeline WOODS. Head Coaches: Sharyn HILL & Maria LYNCH Manager: Nicole BOWLES

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Venue Canberra GIANTS v Netball NSW Waratahs Canberra GIANTS v Netball NSW Waratahs Canberra GIANTS v Western Sting Canberra GIANTS v Western Sting Tasmanian Magpies v Canberra GIANTS Tasmanian Magpies v Canberra GIANTS Territory Storm v Canberra GIANTS Territory Storm v Canberra GIANTS Canberra GIANTS v Southern Force Canberra GIANTS v Southern Force VIC Fury v Canberra GIANTS VIC Fury v Canberra GIANTS Canberra GIANTS v QLD Fusion Canberra GIANTS v QLD Fusion

Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre, NSW Genea Netball Centre,NSW Genea Netball Centre, NSW Genea Netball Centre, NSW Hisense Arena State Netball & Hockey Centre, VIC University of the Sunshine Coast, QLD University of the Sunshine Coast, QLD ACT Netball Centre AIS Arena Hisense Arena State Netball & Hockey Centre, VIC Genea Netball Centre,NSW Genea Netball Centre,NSW

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SERENA GUTHRIE

HEIGHT: 177CM | CAPS: 29 | JUNIOR CLUB: CONVENT

WD/C @SERENABOB

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JOIN GIANTS NETBALL FOR TWO GAMES IN CANBERRA Join GIANTS Netball on the road when the Club takes two Suncorp Super Netball home games to the AIS Arena in Canberra during the 2017 season!

Our Canberra friends will have the opportunity to catch world-class netball LIVE on Sunday 19 March and Sunday 14 May, and the Club is encouraging our NSW-based fans to make the journey down the Hume Highway.

There will be plenty to see and do at the game, so arrive early and make sure to take part in the fun and interactive activities on offer; have a dance with our resident DJ, get GAME READY at our styling station, and of course watch your favourite players in action before grabbing a selfie after the game.

Tickets are now available to both games, so if you’re looking for an excuse to visit our Nation’s Capital then secure your seats today via Ticketek: visit ticketek.com.au or call 132 869.

Plus, there is an exclusive Group Ticket Offer available to groups of 11 people or more – for details, visit giantsnetball. com.au.

If you’re a GIANTS Netball Full Season (7 Games) Member, don’t worry! Your 2017 Membership Package includes both AIS Arena home games, so no need to purchase additional tickets (unless you’re inviting all your friends… and by all means, please do!).

Don’t miss a second of the action – join us in Canberra and help cheer on GIANTS Netball at the AIS Arena!

ROUND 5, SUNDAY 19 MARCH GIANTS Netball v Adelaide Thunderbirds ROUND 12, SUNDAY 14 MAY GIANTS Netball v Melbourne Vixens

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SUSAN PETTITT

HEIGHT: 180CM | CAPS: 199 | JUNIOR CLUB: BEGA

GA/GS @SUSANPETTITT

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TONI ANDERSON

HEIGHT: 181CM | CAPS: 0 | JUNIOR CLUB: GYMEA

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MAJOR PARTNERS ASSOCIATE construction & fitout

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