WE have been truly blessed with weather this tournament season as teams arrived to another stunning sunny day at Kyabram Netball Association.

But the wind soon let us know that it is in fact winter.

With five teams competing, all players took the court ready to give it there all one last time this season

Our big improvers were U13 Blue, winning not only one but four games and just missing out on finals.

Our U11 champions both made finals, the first for all teams across the tournament season.

Playing in the higher champ division, U11 Yellow smashed it to make it to a semi-final against some well drilled opposition, while U11 Blue won five games to make the reserve semi-final, narrowly losing by two goals to arch rivals Benalla.

U15 Blue by Bianna Kelly

A TOUGH day in windy Kyabram led to some great team play and encouragement from all the girls for our final tournament of the 24 squad season.

A huge effort from the girls to back up after a massive day last week at association champs.

It was an absolute pleasure to coach these girls, and I look forward to seeing their development through the rest of the home and away season at club level.

Player of the tournament- Alicia Langlands

U13 Gold by Michelle Mercieca

WITH four of our usual team players missing we had two training partners, Mia and Mya, step in to play and Lia Snell return from injury.

Everyone adapted really well and played competitive netball all day with a couple of good wins and a couple of nail-biting losses. Maddie’s cupcakes for Indie’s birthday were a highlight today as was Lia’s return

Well done on a great season girls.

Players of the Tournament (team voted)- Lia Snell and Indiana Currie

U13 Blue- by Nadia Gardner

WHAT a spectacular end to our rep season together.

Our girls fought hard today- they passed accurately, looked for space, moved the ball across the court well and got their shots in

Four wins out of eight.

Our highest for the entire season, a true testament to the girls commitment to training, listening to feedback and always giving their best.

A massive shout out to all the parents who scored, cheered and helped me coach.

Girls, I have loved coaching you and watching your skills develop and above all the fun, friendships and laughs that we have shared along the way.

Player of the tournament- Jade Withers

U11 Yellow by Robyn Thornton

LAST tournament for this young talented side and it was by far our toughest one playing in the championship division.

We have had a great season with plenty of development and success.

The friendship and team work that this team has displayed has made it an absolute pleasure to coach.

A big thanks to my assistant coach Chloe and all parents and girls for an amazing season.

Players of the tournament- Macey Thornton and Charli Stephens

U11Blue by Chris Mitchell

HAVING only won two games all tournament season, the girls played out of their skin to leave the best for last winning five games in one day.

In tricky windy conditions, the girls adjusted their game, playing as a cohesive team unit.

With top two qualifying for finals and sitting in third with one game to go, the girls won their last game 8-0, qualifying them for finals.

Coming up against top of pool B Benalla in the semi finals, the girls showed Benalla just how much they had improved being level 2-2 at half time.

With some tired legs and nervous decisions, the girls lost by two but came off with their heads held so high knowing they had given it their all.

I’m so proud of the attitude of these players and their hard work and willingness to learn and improve.

The future of netball in Mansfield and surrounds is truly exciting.

Player of the tournament- Lara Harrop

This concludes the squad season for most players, with our last tournament being a metro 11/U super tournament in Casey on August 4.

The biggest thank you to our umpires, coaches, team managers, netball families and supporters, it truly takes a village to get our players to trainings, physio appointments, fueling with good food and travel to tournaments, we are forever grateful for all your efforts in allowing our players to play the game they love.

While squad netball is a huge commitment, Mansfield Junior Netball Club is so proud to provide the opportunity to 70 players and approximately 15 training partners to progress their netball and play more of the game they love.

The more girls in sport and succeeding in sport, the better.