Rovers dominate in final round

The Rovers settled into their game plan early, combining trademark tight defence with precise ball movement.

While Blighty never stopped trying and showed commendable sportsmanship, they were no match for the slick and disciplined Rovers outfit.

With all players delivering strong performances, best-on-court honours were hard to separate.

Awards: Carissa Bulmer, Chloe Way.

B-grade: Deni Rovers 77 def Blighty 8.

Rovers were equally impressive, returning to the winner's list in the last match before finals, overpowering Blighty.

A commanding performance from Phoebe Jefferies in WA allowed the Rovers to find their rhythm from the first whistle, moving the ball with confidence and accuracy.

Relentless defensive pressure forced turnovers, while the shooters capitalised on their opportunities in a complete team performance.

This now sets the stage for a more confident start to the upcoming finals campaign.

Awards: Phoebe Jefferies, Erika Martin.

C-grade: Deni Rovers 64 def Blighty 11.

C-grade came out firing with a clear goal - crack the elusive 60-goal mark.

The team started strong, with both shooters hitting the target consistently.

The mid-court pressure was relentless, not allowing the Redeyes near their goal ring.

A second-quarter slump prompted the tactical move of inserting Britt Kirby into the shooting circle.

She delivered sharp feeds with intent and even netted a goal herself.

Once the shooters regrouped in the third quarter, Britt shifted back to her regular position and immediately made her presence felt—racking up 9 intercepts in the second half.

Montana Muldoon-Leetham was in fine form for the final game of the home-and-away season, delivering her best performance yet.

She expertly created space in the mid-court and used her trademark front cuts to provide crucial options for her teammates.

Paige Brown delivered a solid performance, shooting at 79%, while Catie Lewis was rock-solid on the rebounds in the defensive end, giving the Red Eyes no second chances.

A late switch in the final quarter saw Matilda Glowrey take on the goalkeeper bib.

Her trademark one-on-one defensive style effectively shut down any last-minute attempts from the opposition.

Awards: Montana Muldoon-Leetham, Paige Brown.

C-reserve: Deni Rovers 78 def Blighty 4.

On a warm afternoon in Blighty, the Deni Rovers took to the court with purpose, stamping their authority on the match from the first whistle.

Their shooters were in exceptional form, capitalising on every opportunity, while the defenders shut down the Red Eyes’ movement and space.

In the middle, the mid-courters linked play effortlessly, delivering smart options that kept the game flowing in the Roos’ favour.

The goalers set the standard up front and were duly rewarded for their hard work.

Both teams showcased strong, cohesive team play and will look to carry this momentum and confidence into the finals.

Awards: Nicole Felmingham, Elly Blake.

Under-17s: Deni Rovers 73 def Blighty 15.

In the clash with the Redeyes, our Rovers girls played a spirited and determined game of netball.

There were smiles all round as they took to the court for their final home-and-away match of the season.

Amy Holloway was a wall in defence, pulling in intercepts from all corners of the court.

In the attacking end, Bae Willis played a fast yet clever game, dominating in the ring and shooting with impressive accuracy.

Former Blighty player Ruby Pisasale shone in defence, stepping up to challenge every pass and getting her hands to countless balls.

A big thank you to Blighty for a great contest to round out the season.

Awards: Amy Holloway, Bae Willis, Ruby Pisasale.

Under-15s: Deni Rovers 57 def Blighty 10.

Our last game of the home-and-away season came around rapidly, and the girls were keen to put some court structures into place this week.

Full court defensive pressure was a goal for the team this week, with turnovers to goal also a major focus.

Stella McBurnie had an amazing game in defence, pulling in rebounds and intercepting high balls into the ring.

Nina Glowrey was also a standout in defence all over the court, creating plenty of turnovers, pulling in loose balls and supporting her teammates beautifully.

A great game to end our home-and-away season, with the focus now well and truly on finals and putting out our best performances in the coming weeks.

Awards: Stella McBurnie, Marlie Mison, Amelie Bulmer.

Under-13s: Deni Rovers 24 def Blighty 9.

The under-13s wrapped up their home-and-away season in style, claiming a decisive 9 win over Blighty.

Battling through the heat, the girls maintained their intensity right up to the final whistle.

In the shooting circle, Isabelle Didcock, Madison Danckert and Madeline Woolston rotated seamlessly, combining with mid-court teammates Indi Conallin, Khoa Unwin and Isabella Goodear to create well-positioned scoring opportunities.

At the other end, circle defenders Meg Meharry and Lara Redden worked as a cohesive unit, applying relentless pressure and disrupting Blighty’s passing game.

With finals now on the horizon, the team will be training hard to consolidate the skills and teamwork they’ve built over the season.

Awards: Lara Redden, Indi Conallin, Maddie Woolston.

Under-11s: Not scored.

The under-11 girls saved their best for last, producing a polished performance in their season finale.

Crisp ball movement and seamless transitions down the court set up plenty of scoring opportunities, which were converted with pinpoint accuracy.

The display was a testament to the growth and determination shown throughout the year.

Best wishes to the players stepping up to under-13s in 2026.

Awards: Pippa Holden, Gabbi Dunmore, Charlotte King, Harper Bulmer.