By David Ball
With the footballers having the bye, the netball girls headed off to Berwick to take on one of the stronger combinations in Division 1. A grade welcomed back premiership coach and team of the decade goalkeeper, Peta Fay, but despite her stoic defensive work, Yarra Glen was beaten 50-22. Berwick was consistent throughout the 4 quarter and was just too good on the day. Best for Yarra Glen was the experienced Meaghan Carter and Chelsea Birchall, along with Georgie Gough.
B Grade struggled to control the quick ball movement and excellent goal conversion of the ladder leaders and went down 77-33. The best players for Yarra Glen were Ashley Shanks, Melissa Hutton and Tammie Milbourne.
C Grade took on 2nd placed Berwick and came out competing hard to be only 2 goals down at halftime. In the second half, Berwick lifted their work rate and took control of the game to run out 37-21 winners. Best for Yarra Glen was the mother-daughter combo of Michel Young and Laren Bull (12 goals) along with teenager Jasmin Wood.
D Grade started well to take an 8-7 lead at quarter time. Berwick showed why they are the grade’s top team and powered away to win 53-19. Best for Yarra Glen were Sarah Orlandi (14 goals), Kim Christian and Sam Chetcuti.
Next week Yarra Glen returns to play at home to take on Emerald.
