Shepparton News announces its Goulburn Valley League A-grade netball Team of the Year
History was rewritten, stars found new homes, and the competition’s brightest talents showed just how high the ceiling can be.
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The 2025 Goulburn Valley League A-grade netball season had it all — from powerhouse scoring feats, pulsating midcourt performances to defensive clinics that sent shivers up shooters’ spines.
Shepparton’s long wait finally ended with its first-ever A-grade premiership under the cool hand of Kim Borger, and with so many individual standouts along the way, picking The News’ team of the year was again no simple exercise.
But after much debate, here are the select few who made it through the sieve.
Olivia Morris (GS)
How do you follow 907 goals in 2024? By topping four figures in 2025. Morris simply devoured the scoring column this year, finishing on 1053 goals as Euroa booked back-to-back grand final appearances. Her reach, timing and silk under the post remain unmatched, and she’s the obvious choice to spearhead this side.
Kim Borger (GA)
Back-to-back Wellman Medals and now a premiership medallion to boot — Borger’s 2025 season was one for the ages. She guided Shepparton to its first-ever A-grade flag as playing coach, orchestrating the Bears’ attacking end with the poise of a maestro. Her accuracy from close range and leadership under pressure were defining factors in the club’s breakthrough. She may be slightly out of position, but given her prowess, we don’t see it as an issue.
Elsie Boyer (WA)
No longer the young upstart, Boyer has become the beating heart of Tatura’s engine room. Her ability to direct traffic, win ball back, and lift teammates makes her one of the competition’s most complete midcourters. Another finals berth and another sparkling season — and she’s barely in her 20s.
Hollie Reid (C)
Euroa’s metronome in the midcourt, Reid again turned heads with her pace, evasiveness and bullet passing. She was central to everything the Magpies did well in 2025, burning opponents off the line and setting up countless scoring raids. Her second team-of-the-year nod is richly deserved.
Molly Kennedy (WD)
A shrewd off-season switch from Tatura to Shepparton gave Kennedy a platform for her best netball yet. Her intercept work and tireless coverage were integral to the Bears’ premiership run, and she played the classic spoiler role to perfection.
Molly Boyle (GD)
Tatura’s defensive linchpin continued to stand tall in 2025. A Wellman Medal contender, Boyle’s rangy coverage and ability to read the play saw her lock down some of the league’s most dangerous attackers. When the Bulldogs needed a big stop, she was the one to deliver.
Sarah Szczykulski (GK)
The Seymour captain led by example in 2025, marshalling a new-look defensive unit to a top-three finish. Szczykulski also skippered the GVL to an interleague win, showcasing her versatility, nous and sheer presence in the defensive circle. Another year, another nod for one of the league’s most consistent stars.
Coach: Kim Borger (Shepparton)
How could it be anyone else? Borger will go down in history for guiding Shepparton to its first ever A-grade premiership. Her dual role as playing coach — balancing rotations, strategies and her own match-winning shooting — stands as one of the GVL’s great individual feats.
Interchange
Ash Lancaster (Mooroopna):
The Cats’ sharpshooter remains a model of consistency as her high-volume scoring and ability to conjure goals from nothing kept the Tigers in the finals mix.
Hannah Onley (Shepparton United):
A rising force in the Bears’ shooting circle, Onley made every opportunity count and cemented herself as one to watch in the league’s future.
Ellie Fuhrmeister (Seymour):
Captain, shooter, organiser — Fuhrmeister’s fingerprints were all over Seymour’s third-place finish.
Sophie Harmer (Shepparton):
The breakout star of Shepparton’s premiership triumph, Harmer saved her best for the biggest stage as she was named best on court in the grand final.
Dayna Williams (Mooroopna):
Another massive year for the Cats’ defensive leader as Williams continues to remain the benchmark for athleticism in the GVL.
Honourable mentions
Belinda Lees (Echuca), Chelsea McDonald (Shepparton Swans), Ashlea Hare (Echuca), Charlette Gray (Tatura), Mia Sudomirski (Euroa), Asha Gray (Mooroopna), Grace McInenny (Shepparton United) and Mackenzie O’Dwyer (Shepparton).