A-grade: Blighty 11 def by Katamatite 70.

The A-grade team went down against a very strong Katamatite, but there were still plenty of positives to take away from the game.

A highlight was seeing junior player Eliza Weir make her A-grade debut.

Thrown into the action in the first quarter with a specific job to do, Eliza delivered exactly what was asked of her. She matched up against a strong and much taller opponent, but competed brilliantly and showed plenty of composure and determination.

As always, Mon Toppin brought her trademark energy, laughter and positivity to the court. No matter the score, Mon always finds a way to lift the team and keep spirits high.

Olive Morton worked tirelessly in defence all day. It has been fantastic to see how seamlessly she has settled into the team, and her talent and commitment continue to shine each week.

Awards: Eliza Weir, Mon Toppin, Olive Morton.

B-grade: Blighty 22 def by Katamatite 68.

We hit the road to Katamatite with a fresh approach and positive mindset, as several players stepped in to new positions and embraced new challenges.

With a number of players affected by illness, the team showed great determination and fought hard for the entire game. The positive attitude and support across the court were fantastic to see.

Everyone willingly took on different roles when needed.

Megan Gull played in defence for the first time this season and gave full effort, while Alex Barry stepped into the goal circle and did a fabulous job.

Ciara D'Aprile and Emily Harvey helped out in the midcourt, allowing players to have a break when needed and keeping the team moving well.

Siale Pitson responded positively to feedback and applied it well throughout the game.

Awards: Megan Gull, Alex Barry and Siale Pitson.

C-grade: Blighty 25 def by Katamatite 36.

The team started the game in an exciting fashion, producing one of their most competitive performances of the season.

They matched it with Katamatite for three quarters, playing with determination, intensity and great teamwork.

Unfortunately, despite their strong effort, the girls were unable to maintain the pace in the final quarter, with Katamatite pulling away to claim the win.

While the scoreboard didn’t fall our way, there were plenty of positives to take from the game.

Niccola Stanworth was outstanding in defence, applying relentless pressure and never giving up.

Suzette Van der Berg was also sensational, doing a fantastic job in defence before moving into GS where she continued to make an impact.

In the goal circle, Emma Brain and Rach Bucholtz were at their best.

Through the midcourt, Ciara D’Aprile, Mikayla Collie and Krystal Winter were outstanding.

Thank you to our under-17 players Izzy Pearn and Catie Michael, who stepped up and made a fantastic contribution.

Chook Watson also had a terrific game, creating some valuable turnovers and providing plenty of drive for the side.

Awards: Niccola Stanworth, Krystal Winter, Catie Michael and Rach Bucholtz.

C-reserve: Blighty 5 def by Katamatite 48.

Blighty worked hard throughout the entire game and were willing to try several positional changes in an effort to shift the momentum. Unfortunately, the Katamatite girls proved too strong on the day.

Blighty struggled to maintain possession at times, turning over too much ball and missing some opportunities to create the flow of play needed to challenge the opposition.

Despite this, the girls never gave up and continued to fight hard until the final whistle.

Grace Ingram had an excellent game, working tirelessly in defence and taking some impressive rebounds.

Alena Larmour once again showed her versatility, seamlessly switching from attack to defence and making an impact wherever she was needed on the court.

It was also pleasing to see Sarah Nihill putting into practice the skills and knowledge she has been developing at training.

Jess Butcher never stopped working, giving 100 per cent effort from start to finish. Her determination and work rate continue to be a standout every week.

Georgia Brydon, Juliet Barber and Carissa Godfrey worked hard in defence all game, and Renee Huckin worked her magic down both ends of the court. Sarah Bain also worked well in attack.

Awards: Grace Ingram, Alena Larmour, Sarah Nihill and Jess Butcher.

Under-17s: Blighty 37 def Katamatite 24.

The game started quite slow, with Blighty taking a while to find their feet and gauge the competition.

After half time, the Redeyes picked up the pace, with Eliza Weir leading the way with some impressive intercepts and attack.

Catie Michael also stepped up, taking direction and never giving up!

Awards: Eliza Weir, Catie Michael, Ivy Ball, Amelia Hay.

Under-15s: Blighty 37 def Katamatite 14.

The girls settled into the game early, applying pressure across the court and forcing Katamatite into errors.

Strong teamwork through the midcourt enabled Blighty to transition the ball smoothly into attack, where shooters Ella Charlton, Ruby Birt and Savannah Bain converted consistently.

Defensively, Blighty was outstanding. Shelby Huckin, Mila Bode, Lena Seely and Lily Petersen rotated frequently, creating numerous turnovers and rebounds while limiting Katamatite's scoring opportunities.

Midcourters Lexie Hines, Lexi Bucholtz, Sophie Pearn, Elli Miller and Emma Taylor worked tirelessly throughout the game, linking defence and attack seamlessly while also applying strong defensive pressure when required.

Awards: Ruby Birt, Ella Charlton, Lexie Hines, Emma Taylor.

Under-13s: Blighty 22 def Katamatite 19.

It took us a little while to get going, but once the girls found their rhythm they played some fantastic netball.

Jewel Winter had an outstanding game. We asked her to focus on her timing leads and feeding into the ring, and she took on the challenge brilliantly. It was great to see her hard work pay off.

Selma Van der Berg was strong in defence all day, using her height well and creating plenty of pressure for the opposition, and Peggy McKenzie was thrown into centre and took on the challenge with a smile.

Darci Thomson once again led by example with a team-first attitude, earning her the Good Sport award.

We challenged the girls to stay focused and give their best effort, and Indi Bain was rewarded for doing exactly that.

Awards: Jewel Winter, Peggy McKenzie, Indi Bain and Selma Van der Verg.

Under-11s: Not scored.

It was great match of netball, showcasing enthusiasm, teamwork and determination.

Eloise Hay worked hard in defence, showcasing a newly learnt skill to turn and block acquiring rebounds and create turnovers for the team.

Lindsey Lankow (Good Sport award) and Olivia Butcher showed great determination and perseverance against strong opponents, taking on feedback from their coaches.

Remy Tremble showcased her versatility switching from both ends of the court dominating in the goal rings shooting goals and creating turnovers in defence.

Awards: Lindsey Lankow, Eloise Hay, Remy Tremble, Olivia Butcher.

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