Kevin Hogan (Page, National Party) Share this | Hansard source

It was grand final day on Saturday for the Grafton Netball Association. In A grade the final was between the defending champions, the Tucabia Opals, and the Grafton High School Pink Ladies. It was a fast-paced game, with the Opals defending their 2014 title, winning 40 points to 30.

I congratulate the Opals team: Karlie Chevalley, Michelle Price, Kayla Walters, Monica Hambly, Amy Coiling, Ashley King, Laura Warby, Jacinta Stoker and the player of the match, Courtney King. The player of the final for each division was awarded to Erin Blundell in the 10-11s, Cherie Skinner in the 11-12s, Grace Ford in division 1, Shiann Broderick in division 2, Darcey Griffith in C1, Emily Tanner in C2, Sarah Templeton in B1 and Tegan Fallow in B2. The association also gave out awards on the day. The junior player of the year was Isabella Ashbrooke. Courtney King and Lucy Howard took out A-grade player of the year. Debbie Bailey was awarded life membership to the association; and Amy Coiling received the club person of the year award.

Coach of the year went to Brooke Burton. Rowan Moore received an appreciation award and the association umpires award for recognition as an umpire went to Annabel Bindon for the juniors and Amelia Johnston for seniors. Congratulations to the Grafton Netball Association for a fantastic year and congratulations to all.

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