A Grade

Tungamah 42 def Rennie 31

Last Saturday welcomed another 15-year-old debutant in Samantha Knight. Sam's athleticism and natural talent to read the play was highlighted in the game. Congrats Sam and A Grade look forward to watching you more in the future.

The very young and undermanned Hopper side gave it their absolute all, never giving up and gaining more experience and knowledge to roll into their next game.

The other 15-year-old Demi Rhodes might be small in stature but stood tall providing plenty of opportunities in the attack end and was an effective move into the shooting end.

The defenders have been working hard at sets play, split ring defence and using their strengths to gain possession and they put that all into practise on Saturday.

Heleena Shaw was a standout getting her hands to many balls against very smart, quality opposition.

Awards: RNC Incentive- Demi Rhodes, Mulwala Bakery- Heleena Shaw, Club Mulwala- Laynee Rhodes, Yarrawonga Hotel- Samantha Knight.

B Grade

Tungamah 50 def Rennie 30

A tough battle for B grade this week, with a number of illnesses causing a shuffle into the line up.

This allowed two young gun Under 17 players to step up and try their hand in B grade. Indi Wheeler and Tess Bassett showed what training, effort and want for the ball can do to a game.

Indi played with experience beyond her years and took feedback onto the court and made it effective.

Tess worked with her older sister Lucy to be the dynamic duo in the defensive ring. Tess and Lucy both powered through a tough physical and mental battle playing against Tungamah's tall and experienced goaling end.

Bring on another training to keep working on skills and building team dynamic.

Awards: RNC Incentive- Indi Wheeler, Mulwala Bakery- Tess Bassett, Showcase Jewellers- Lucy Bassett, One Zach- Lindsay Pearson, Free as a Bird- Ebony Williams.

C Grade

Tungamah 23 drew with Rennie 23

The local derby was eagerly awaited, and the energy on the sidelines matched the intensity on the court. It was a fiercely contested game from start to finish, and with the warm weather, the C Grade took full advantage of rolling substitutions.

Georgie and Gaby were standouts, consistently taking intercepts and applying relentless pressure throughout all four quarters.

No matter the challenges thrown Rennie’s way, the Hopperettes rose to the occasion, showcasing some brilliant passages of play.

Melinda and Lauren, stepping up from C Res, were invaluable. Despite having already played a full game, they brought unwavering effort and composure to the court.

The C Grade Hoppers are already looking forward to the rematch later in the season.

Awards: Yarrawonga Bakery- Georgie Thomas, Free as a Bird- Brianna Bye, Intersport Wingates- Ella Harvie, Royal Mail Hotel- Gaby Dowling.

C Reserve

Tungamah 35 def Rennie 9

Obviously not the outcome the girls wanted this weekend, however lots of positives to look at from the game. The coaches and supporters love to see the team work come out and spirits remaining high.

Awards: Mulwala Bakery- Sheryl McBurnie, Club Mulwala- Brittany Thomas, Ski, Ski & Surf- Lauren Fitzpatrick, Priority Gym- Melinda Burke, Players Player Award- Eden Mackinnon.

Under 17s

Tungamah 38 def by Rennie 50

Coming into last weekend’s game against Tungamah meant a heavy mental battle ahead for the girls.

Playing against friends, school mates, even family sometimes and being in a small town, focus and team motivation was key.

Tungamah came out guns blazing in the first quarter, however the Rennie girls knew not to panic and revert back to basics.

Demi Rhodes showed how working the ball down the court, precision goaling and communication can change a game in minutes.

Samantha Knight worked tirelessly in the defensive circle, causing turnovers and rebounds every chance she got.

Ella Lewis and Jasmine Lewis both executed their roles throughout the game with ease.

The Rennie girls continued to chip away at the score and increase their lead each quarter.

The entire team played exceptionally well and awards could have gone to all of them. Coach Brooke is extremely proud of the sportsmanship and conduct that the girls demonstrated on the court.

Great game by all, including the lovely cheer squad Tess and Mia.

Awards: Mulwala Bakery- Demi Rhodes, Rhodes Family- Samantha Knight, Corowa Curtains & Blinds- Ella Lewis, Housemade Food & Coffee- Jasmine Lewis.

Under 15s

Tungamah 39 def Rennie 13

The young Hoppers knew they had a fight on their hands this week coming up against Tungamah who were sitting on top of the ladder and boy did those young Bears show the Hopper girls what they are made of.

The Rennie girls fought hard to come back but unfortunately the Bears were too much. The Hopperettes showed great team work and lots of positive things to work on from the game.

Their talk in the court was like breathing. They showed great composure and patience to work the ball into the ring. The defensive pressure was spot on this week with the girls working hard to get turnovers in the end the young Bears got up.

Awards: Yarrawonga Bakery- Cydee Adams, Rhodes Family- Kate Giblett, Lewis Fencing- Michelle Coulter, Corowa Curtains & Blinds- Carla Dowling.

Under 13s

Tungamah 26 def Rennie 13

After a fun night at training this week with the annual game against the mums for Mother’s Day, the girls were in good spirits taking on the Bears at their home ground.

The Bears started strong with their goalies not missing many but the defenders didn’t let that worry them.

The Bears girls were great with flexibility and adapting to quite a few rotations whilst a few new combinations were tried throughout the court.

Even though Rennie didn’t finish with the win, Haylee and Laynee are extremely proud of the girls with their positivity and never give up attitude

Awards: Papalia's- Tayissa Dawson, Mulwala Bakery- Zali Matheson, Rhodes Family- Darcy Thwaites, Paula Mifka Award- Ella Wilson.

Under 11s

Awards: Ricky D's Pizza- Harper Mathison, Housemade Food & Coffee- Lyla Jones, Rhodes Family- Grace Williams, Paula Mifka Award- Alice Withers.

Net Set Go

Awards: Papalias- Pippa Rhodes, Skin Ski & Surf- Bowie Trewarne, Belle's Cafe- Frankie Trickey, Rennie Catering Committee- Evie Marett.

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