The revered Rumba coach has led her side to an unbeaten record of 13 wins in 2025 after a premiership-winning season the year before, as Rumbalara aims to record back-to-back A-grade netball premierships in Murray Netball League.
But Bamblett is aspiring for significant off-field results too.
While Rumbalara is soaring towards another flag tilt, Bamblett has other aims that lie close to her heart, with hopes more First Nations Australians can emerge as a vocal figurehead like she has become.
Bamblett believes her Indigenous background has shaped her traits as a leader at the club and is at the core of her success as playing coach for the reigning premiers, highlighting how it has impacted her growth when speaking to Netball Victoria during NAIDOC Week.
“(My First Nations background) shapes everything I do, from how I lead, to how I play, to how I support others,” Bamblett said.
“I carry the strength, resilience and pride of my people with me every day.
“Being connected to my mob keeps me grounded and gives me purpose and I continue to learn more about my culture as I grow.”
Originally coming from a basketball sporting background, Bamblett’s move to netball at Rumbalara quickly inspired her to deeply root herself into the club’s community circles.
On top of playing and coaching the A-grade Rumbalara side, Bamblett also coaches the under-15s and is the president of the club’s netball operations.
“It quickly became something I loved and felt connected to, not just the game, but the people and community around it,” Bamblett said.
“Netball has the power to connect people and create a real sense of belonging.
“For First Nations athletes, when done right, it can be a space where culture is acknowledged and respected.
“Inclusive environments are built when our voices are heard, our stories are valued and our experiences are understood.
“Sport can break down barriers and netball has the potential to lead the way in creating safe and culturally strong spaces for mob to thrive.”
Bamblett emphasised the importance of creating welcoming environments for First Nations Australians, with hopes that more leaders can emerge in the sporting landscape.
That sentiment rings especially relevant in the Goulburn Valley, with Greater Shepparton’s Indigenous population recorded as the third-largest of any region in Victoria in 2021.
“I just want to continue breaking down barriers for our mob in sport,” Bamblett said.
“Representation matters and we deserve to be in these spaces, not just participating, but leading.
“If I can play a part in helping one young person feel seen, strong and proud of who they are, then I know I’m doing something right.”
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