On Saturday September 17th 2016 Kardinia Park held the 2016 GFNL Grand Final day. The sun was shining and it was the perfect day for netball.
South Barwon showed their depth in club strength by having 10 out of the possible 11 netball teams playing in Grand Finals on the day.
A Grade Newtown & Chilwell 51 def South Barwon 42
In the A grade Newtown were favorites being undefeated all year. South Barwon took it to Newtown a few times throughout the match, going down by 9 goals. Newtown’s strength in every position on the court just proved how strong they really are. Kathleen Knott (Newtown & Chilwell) goal attack was named best on court for the grand final.
Best for Newtown & Chilwell: Sophie Barr, Amy Wirth & Julia Woolley
Best for South Barwon:
C Grade South Barwon 34 def Newtown & Chilwell 28
South Barwon had a great end to the year finishing 4th on the ladder at the end of the home and away season. Abbey Morgan had the perfect day playing her 200th senior game for South Barwon capping it off with a win and a best on court medal. South Barwon led the entire game coming off with a 6 goal win 28-34.
Best for South Barwon: Leah Sahajdak, Daina Flynn and Ruby Pekin-Schlicht.
Best for Newtown & Chilwell: Tayla Crompton, Tyra Fallon and Bonnie Coburn
D Grade Newtown & Chilwell 32 def South Barwon 29
Newtown were too strong for South Barwon in the D Grade final leading the entire game. Newtown finished the home and away season with 15 wins and 3 draws proving they just don’t give up. Best on court was awarded to Aimee Mellington (Newtown& Chilwell).
Best for Newtown & Chilwell: Patricia Hart, Jessica Henderson & Brydie Harman
Best for South Barwon: Sachi-Mae Demko, Hayley Wilson and Sophie Hart
Last Modified on 10/10/2016 19:34