Page 86 - Southwell School Year Book 2019

NETBALL
Netball is going strong at Southwell. We fielded twelve teams this year - two Year 3 / 4 teams, four Year 5 / 6 teams, and three in both Year 7 and Year 8.
We enjoyed many exciting fixtures throughout the season. These are always a highlight for the players. A special highlight for both the Year 8 and Year 7 fixture teams would be our overnight trip to Hastings to play Iona. We enjoy the camaraderie of this school and have created many fine friendships through our continued exchanges. The girls, often nervous before the billeting happens, come away from these overnight fixtures with a new sense of achievement.
We enjoyed some fine competition within our weekly local sports matches, with excellent final results in many of the sections. At all times the Southwell girls played with a high degree of fairplay. This was often over and beyond some of the challenges they faced in the competition games. They behaved with dignity at all times and did the school proud because of their composure.
Congratulations to all netball players. It is always an interesting journey to watch the progress made after intensive training and games for two terms. I would like to thank the girls, on behalf of the coaches, for their commitment and desire to do their very best. Empty the Tank ribbons and BurgerFuel Player of the Day awards are another way to highlight some outstanding personal performances throughout the season.
Finally a big thank you to the parents who support the school and the players each Saturday. The coaches and players alike enjoy you being part of the team and you can never underestimate how much the girls love having you there. Often you are called upon to score, lug bags, help with drink bottles and whatever has been needed. Thank you to the coaches who are optimistic and enthusiastic about netball. It goes without saying that your passion contributes to this great game. All the best for the 2020 season.
Diane Hazlett
TIC Netball / 8A Coach
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