A-grade: Deni Rams 44 def by Numurkah 55.

We started really well with strength and composure, but Numurkah controlled the game with tempo and capitalised on every moment.

Despite missing a few of our key players, it was great to be able to bring in some of our juniors.

Hannah McBurnie shone again in defence and is combining really well with seasoned A-grader Emma Parks.

After making her A-grade debut for the club last week, Arabella Bliss was injected into the midcourt and did not look out of place.

Ava Marshall is honing her skills in WD, which every netballer knows is the most difficult but also the most integral position on the court.

Phoebe Newman has become an A-grade staple this season and just gets better every week.

Sienna Elphick, one of our newest club people, is getting some court time, which is great preparation for moving into senior netball next season.

Zoe Circuitt also spent some time in the midcourt. Like Phoebe, this is a new place for her, but the exposure will only benefit her netball going forward.

Awards: Emma Parks, Hannah McBurnie, Amelia Seignior

B-grade: Deni Rams 42 def by Numurkah 44.

It was a hard-fought match for the entire four quarters, with the lead changing multiple times.

The Numurkah girls capitalised on their hard work in the final minutes of the final term to take the win.

Hannah McBurnie played with confidence. The connections and partnerships she’s built with Shontai O’Callaghan get better every week.

Shontai is also showing maturity each week, and is a joy to play alongside.

It is also great to see Mia Parks stringing together some consistent games toward the end of the season

Awards: Shontai O’Callaghan, Hannah McBurnie, Mia Parks.

C-grade: Deni Rams 36 def by Numurkah 41.

In a very close game, the Rams showed their never say die attitude.

Macy Butcher played a sensational game in defence, effectively shutting down her player for the majority of the game.

Jade Hussey and Maggie McCalman also proved damaging in defence with numerous intercepts and effective positioning for rebounds. Jade also made her presence known through the midcourt, assisting with transitions into attack.

Awards: Macy Butcher, Jade Hussey, Maggie McCalman.

C-reserve: Deni Rams 19 def by Numurkah 42.

C-reserve went down to Numurkah, but the girls put together another strong team performance.

The connections across the court continue to grow, with some excellent passages of play and smooth transition from defence into attack.

Most importantly, the team kept their heads up, continued to encourage one another, and fought hard right through to the final whistle.

Charlee Pitt was outstanding through the midcourt, reading the play beautifully to collect multiple intercepts and disrupt Numurkah's attacking flow.

Lucy Dudley was her reliable self through the middle, creating strong drive and delivering accurate, well-weighted feeds into the shooting circle.

Temeka Macdonald had an excellent all-round game, seamlessly rotating through GS and GA. Her calm movement, strong holds, and experience in the circle provided a reliable target and helped steady the attacking end.

Awards: Charlee Pitt, Lucy Dudley, Temeka Macdonald.

Under-17s: Deni Rams 67 def Numurkah 31.

The girls were able to demonstrate some impressive centre pass transitions and quick ball movement from defensive turnovers to attack.

With some room to breathe on the scoreboard, it was an opportunity to trial some positional changes.

Sienna Elphick was in season best form, combining her foot speed and patience with the ball to be a pivotal player on the day.

Phoebe Newman and Zoe Circuitt were unstoppable in the goal circle and goaled with impressive accuracy.

Congratulations to Ava Marshall on her 100th club game.

Awards: Sienna Elphick, Phoebe Newman, Zoe Circuitt.

Under-15s: Deni Rams 36 def Numurkah 28.

No report supplied.

Awards: Olivia Jeffrey, Eva Maher, Arielle Hillier.

Under-13s: Deni Rams 43 def Numurkah 19.

With rolling substitutions and a variety of combinations throughout the game, every player embraced the challenge and contributed to a fantastic team win.

Stevie Williams, Charlotte King, Harriet Maher and Stella Butcher were unstoppable in goals, shooting with confidence and accuracy.

Through the midcourt, Lexi Maher, Bailee Dunn and Aysha Bartlett showed outstanding composure, creating countless turnovers that were converted into goals.

Chloe Marshall, Julia Smith and Indi Hillier were dominant in defence, shutting down every attacking opportunity.

Awards: Lexi Maher, Aysha Bartlett, Charlotte King.

Under-11s: Not scored.

The girls showed great determination, teamwork and positivity throughout the game, working hard from the first whistle until the final whistle.

It was great to see their confidence continue to grow as they supported each other across the court.

Awards: Ruby Foley, Mia Thomas, Maggie Burge.

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