Ashlea Hare was awarded best-on-court for the Murray Bombers alongside Kylie Walker against Shepparton United. Photos: Megan Fisher
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Echuca has found itself on the outside looking in for finals as Shepparton United sprung a trap on the girls in green in round 10 of Goulburn Valley League netball.
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Travelling to Deakin Reserve to take on the looming Demons, the Murray Bombers probably fancied themselves a shoo-in to start the back half of the season with a bang.
They were gravely mistaken.
Belinda Lees was a key factor in the Murray Bombers' comeback.
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Megan Fisher
Jumping out to a 12-8 lead by the first break, the Demons had a point to prove that they aren’t just a chance at finals — they can tango with some of the best.
The 2024 runners-up put in a better effort in the second period, finding the net 12 times, but Shepparton United stayed one step ahead with a 13-goal effort.
Lulu Slater looks to fire off a rocket.
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Megan Fisher
With the difference between the two sides five goals at half-time, it really was anyone’s game.
As is typically the case with the Murray Bombers, they got stronger as the game went along, improving their attacking production every quarter.
Zayah James works across the court.
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Megan Fisher
Yet, the Demons always managed to do a little bit extra every time to keep their nose in front, with the deficit cut to four goals with a consequential fourth quarter ahead.
A 15-goal last ditch performance from Echuca wasn’t enough to get over the top of Shepparton United, which added 13 of its own to slip away with a narrow two-goal victory.
Kylie Walker marks Shepparton United’s Montanna Burke as she calls for the ball.
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Megan Fisher
The final score was Demons 51 to Murray Bombers 49.
The tandem of centre Kylie Walker and goal defence Ashlea Hare were honoured with best-on-court honours in the loss.
Shepparton United's Montanna Burke is closely guarded by Zayah James.
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Megan Fisher
If the Murray Bombers wish to turn their even record (5-5) into a winning one, they’ll have to upset GVL heavyweight Seymour at Victoria Park in round 11.
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