Molly Fowler shines as Euroa Nets 39–20 Victory

UNDER 11 By ANNA EDDY Under 11 Section one Euroa netball team hit the court for their first game of the season against Kialla West on Saturday morning in what proved to be a spirited and hard-fought match. Although the final score saw Kialla West take the win 16–8, the game was far more competitive than the scoreboard suggested. Euroa’s young players showed significant improvement in their ball movement and court transitions, which is a testament to the hard work put in during training sessions. Many of the girls have now played together for three seasons and that cohesion was evident in their strong teamwork and support for one another throughout the game. There were some heavy falls during the match, resulting in a couple of injuries, but the team showed resilience and determination to continue pushing until the final whistle. The Euroa girls fought hard for every ball and kept the pressure on Kialla West in all four quarters. Despite a few goal attempts just missing, Matilda and Lily never gave up. The defensive end worked tirelessly, with strong efforts from Clare, Ella, and Holley, while Paige, Eden, Scarlett, and Ava linked beautifully through the centre court to drive the ball forward. While the scoreboard didn’t reflect the intensity and spirit of the match, this performance sets a promising tone for the season ahead. The girls should be proud of their efforts and the positive start. AWARD: Clare Bickerton. UNDER 13s DIVISION ONE EUROA under 13 Secondary Division one team made a strong statement in their opening match of the 2025 Shepparton Netball Association (SNA) season, defeating the Shepparton Swans 39–20 in a confident, team-driven performance under sunny skies. Euroa made a fast start, displaying early control and composure. Ava Gordon was sharp under the post with accurate shooting, combining well with Evie Buchanan as goal shooter. The team appeared more polished and cohesive than ever. New addition to the side Molly Fowler impressed from the first whistle, using her speed and strength through the mid-court to drive play forward. Strong defensive pressure, extending down the court to Isla Moore in goalkeeper, restricted the Swans to just four goals. Zara Hill stepped into goal shooter and added an early goal along with several smart passes. Ava continued to impress in goal attack, while Issy Gordon’s intercept in goal defence helped turn the tide further in Euroa’s favour. Leila Thompson worked tirelessly in wing defence, contributing defensively and pushing forward in attack. Team defence from Issy, Isla, Leila, and Molly forced multiple turnovers and created scoring opportunities. Positional changes led to a slower start, but Euroa soon found their rhythm. Tully Watson delivered accurate feeds into the circle from wing attack, and Evie provided steady support in centre. Defensive rebounding remained strong, limiting the Swans’ scoring chances leading by 22 goals. With only eight players facing the Swans’ rotating eleven, fatigue began to show. Despite a dip in scoring and a few misplaced passes, Euroa’s commitment never wavered. The team remained strong on the ball and worked hard until the final whistle. Euroa’s supporters have much to look forward to as this talented team embarks on its 2025 campaign. SCOREBOARD: Euroa 39 defeated Shepparton Swans 20. Player of the match went to Molly Fowler for her relentless effort, speed through the court and strong all-round performance.