Youngsters in the under-13s, 15s and 17s categories descended on Shepparton Netball Courts, with sides from across the Goulburn Valley having arrived hoping to clinch glory in the one-day spectacle on April 19.
Shepparton netball figure Kim Pettie hailed the efforts of the participants on the day, while highlighting the collective efforts of those who organized the competition, alongside those who brought it to life on-court.
“Fantastic weather on Sunday 19th for a great day of netball,” she said on social media.
“Thank you to everyone who played, coached, officiated and supported your teams.
“A huge well done and thank you to Lauren and your team, the SNA Committee, Owen, Matt, and the squad parents who helped make the day such a success.
“Congratulations to the following premiers and MVPs.”
In terms of the 13 and under reserve competition, Shepparton Maroon emerged victorious, with Edi Hicks emerging as MVP during her team’s successful title tilt as they defeated Deniliquin 15-5 in the final.
Meanwhile, 13 and under championship saw Diamond Creek NC clinch the premiership after defeating AFLCV Navy 12-10 - with Shyla Campbell the standout starlet as she took home the MVP prize.
In the next age group, Central Murray FNL was named as 15 and under reserve premiers, with Abbey Wishart named as MVP for her exploits in the tournament following a 14-6 grand finale win over the Murray League team.
GVL Gold also lived up to its billing as it took home the 15 and under championship after defeating Diamond Creek NC 17-10, as Imogen Buntine was named MVP for the premiership-winning side.
In addition, Leeton NA earned the top prize in the 17 and under reserve championship, with Bridie Warner the MVP en route to the title crown following a final 12-5 win over PDFNL.
Rounding things off, the GVL side was named as 17 and Under Championship winners as Kate Head emerged as her team’s standout player in an MVP showing across the course of the day.
They saw off Central Murray FNL with a 19-14 victory to put the seal on a memorable premiership win.
“Thank you to all the teams, coaches, officials and umpires for attending our Tournament, sponsored by Boost Juice Shepparton and GV Water.
“We hope you all had a great day,“ a statement from the SNA Annual Tournament read following the spectacle.
SNA Annual Tournament Results
17 and under championship
GVL 19 def. Central Murray FNL 14
17 and under reserve
Leeton NA 12 def. PDFNL 5
15 and under championship
GVL Gold 17 def. Diamond Creek NC 10
15 and under reserve
Central Murray FNL 14 def. Murray League 6
13 and under championship
Diamond Creek NC 12 def. AFLCV Navy 10
13 and under reserve
SNA Maroon 15 def. Deniliquin NA 5
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