By Jed Lanyon
Healesville Netball Club is celebrating a successful season as their under 13 and under 15 sides won the premiership, while several players received individual honours.
The small club had four of their five teams feature in grand finals, but their other under 15 and the under 17 teams were unable to win their final game of the season.
Emily Anderson-Hunter was awarded the best and fairest for the league, while Lily Clements and Mia Erickson took out second place for the award in their leagues on Saturday 7 September.
Healesville player Issy said it felt really good to take out the premiership in the under 15 competition.
“We were down by four at half-time and we just made a big comeback to get the win,” she said.
“I think that we all work really well together.”
She said her favourite moment was when the final siren sounded.
“There were a lot of smiles and we were all really happy.”
Healesville Netball Club administration officer Janet Flamsteed said it was a great achievement for a small club.
“Four of our five teams made it to the grand final, so it was our best season ever.
“It was a really great day, even the girls who lost, they picked themselves up and were really happy for those who won.”
Other clubs in the league can feature over 20 teams.
“The under 13 team had a convincing win and the under 15 winners, they were a bit scratchy being down at half time but they roared home to win.”
Healesville Netball Club welcomes new players for the upcoming season. For more information, visit http://www.healesville.vic.netball.com.au/
Under 13: Healesville (26) defeated Rebels (4).
Under 15: Healesville (18) defeated SPJ (7).
Under 15: Healesville (22) defeated by Good Shepherd (24).
Under 17: Healesville (15) defeated by Good Shepherd (34).
