The team left Waaia with content hearts and upset stomachs from flies ingested, nevertheless a solid performance by the whole team.
Lots of girls rotating, filling the gaps where needed and putting their absolute all into it no matter what position.
The hunt, the chase down and the backing up of one another were the highlights for coach Kayla.
Laynee Rhodes was a stand out showing restraint where needed and being explosive at pivotal moments, her maturity and experience grows with every game.
Mifka's level head and accuracy of goals took some pressure off her teammates and allowed the young team to shine.
Many skills to still work on but all in all this positive, focused team are growing every week.
Awards: RNC Incentive- Laynee Rhodes, Mulwala Bakery- Paula Mifka, Yarrawonga News and Gifts- Brylee McCarty and Free as a Bird- Heleena Shaw.
B Grade
Waaia 34 defeated by Rennie 39.
Following the Magpies, the Hoppers took down the Bombers at their home ground, in what was a very tight game.
Lucy and Mykie worked tirelessly in defence with Chloe and Mabel’s accuracy keeping Rennie in front all game resulting in them getting the awards.
Defensive pressure and chasing loose balls and the determination from every player was what helped get the team over the line.
Amazing team effort and the coach couldn’t be prouder.
Awards: RNC Incentive- Lucy Bassett, North East Campers- Chloe Wheeler, Mulwala Royal Mail Motel- Mabel Cope, Hustl Gym- Mykie McBurnie.
C Grade
Waaia 43 defeated Rennie 20
The C Grade Hopperettes knew Waaia would be a tough matchup, so their speed and intensity didn’t catch them off guard.
The Hoppers girls gave it their all across the court, showing great defensive pressure and commitment in attack.
They’re still building combinations in the ring with Erin, Tegan, and Bri each bringing unique strengths to the game.
Ella, Tess, and Georgia showed their versatility, and their fitness continues to improve each week.
Down in defence, Georgie, Gaby, and Rach worked hard to support each other and made every possession a challenge for their opponents.
There are still a few things to fine-tune at training, but despite the scoreline, there were plenty of positives to take from the match.
Awards: Mulwala Bakery- Erin Dowling, Club Mulwala- Ella Harvie, Yarrawonga Hotel- Tegan Lee and Priority Gym- Brianna Bye.
C Reserve
Waaia 40 defeated Rennie 14
It was a big day of nerves for the C Res Hoppers after a break for the Easter bunny visit. The flies were in full swing in dairy land! Defence was working overtime picking balls like apples off a tree, with Tilly, Justine and Sheryl ‘Ricky D’s’ McBurnie doing their best to defend the Waaia Bombers.
Liv also jumped in to the give the girls a short break. Edos Spedos, Dani, and Lozzy ‘LA beauty’ demonstrated some magic in the mid court, sending it down to Britta to shoot it one more time. Meg and Shez who worked tirelessly through the unexpected heat. Unfortunately, the girls couldn’t get out of their chocolate coma to bring home the win. Tune it next week with ladies day coming in hot.
The girls are looking for any excuse to celebrate.
Awards: Yarrawonga Bakery- Tilly Bruce, Yarrawonga Hotel- Justine Wilson, One Zach- Danielle Dalrymple, Intersport Wingates- Brittany Thomas.
Under 17s
Waaia 35 defeated by Rennie 39
Coming up against Waaia was always going to be a tough one for the girls, yet spirits were high. This game yet again showed how the versatile team can handle multiple changes in a quarter and still continue to create flow, pressure and force errors.
Mabel Cope and Ella Lewis were given four quarters to fight it out against their defenders in the goal ring, and boy did they work hard.
From rotating, communicating and working together Mabel and Ella were the show stoppers on the court.
Demi Rhodes and Mia Brogan were pivotal in controlling the ball and showing how experience and fitness on court will always outrun their players.
Coach Brooke is extremely proud of how everyone held their own in the game and continued to carry sportsmanship from beginning whistle to end.
The first tough game and the scribe is sure it won't be the last. Well done girls on another great game.
Awards: Rhodes Family- Mabel Cope, Papalia's- Ella Lewis, Mulwala Bakery- Demi Rhodes, Skin, Ski & Surf- Mia Brogan.
Under 15s
Waaia 18 defeated by Rennie 26.
The girls came out strong in the first half having great hands over pressure leading to being eight points up.
Shooters Maisie, Chelsea and Cydee working the ball in the ring smoothly to gain a strong head start that made the game a lot easier for the girls.
Throughout the second half everyone was really pushing for turnovers and chasing up every loose ball.
Within the mid court Michelle, Carla, Dakota and Ruby never missed a beat when rolling on, having seamless changes and fitting in immediately.
Defenders Lily, Kate and Sienna worked tirelessly to keep the ball out of the ring and putting pressure on the ball.
In the end all of the girls put in a lot of hard work to see great results of an eight point win.
Awards: Mulwala Bakery- Michelle Coulter, Rhodes Family- Dakota True, Lewis Fencing- Sienna Blick, Housemade Food & Coffee- Carla Dowling.
Under 13s
Waaia 2 defeated by Rennie 13.
The girls were keen to get started out at Waaia and were warmed up nice and early. Missing one of the key shooters in Ava to injury, Darcy and Zali stood up to the plate and moved well and put up their goals and rebounded well early.
Ella and Tay proved they are force to beat in defence with lots of pressure and intercepts.
Abbey was a superstar in the mid court running a whole game mostly in centre while Ruby Phillips, Blair and Koda worked tirelessly in the wings providing great pressure and offering in attack.
Lennie was an all-rounder playing a position in each third this week showing her flexibility and positive attitude. Laynee and Haylee are super impressed with the girls and how they’ve started the 2025 season.
Awards: Ricky D's Pizza- Tayissa Dawson, Mulwala Bakery- Koda Parker, Rhodes Family - Abbey Dowling, Paula Mifka Award- Lennie Trewarne.
Under 11s
It was a cool start to netball in Waaia but the Rennie girls came out firing shots.
They played really well as a group thinking ahead and making good positions. They are listening at training and are putting it into their match.
The girls are getting to know each other and gelling well as a tram. Great job little Hoppers.
Awards: Corowa Curtains & Blinds- Ruby Farr, Yarrawonga Bakery- Maddi Marett, Rhodes Family- Bethany Ferguson, Paula Mifka Award - Grace Williams.
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