Cats finish with clean sweep

This time, the A-graders played a beautiful, cohesive game, showcasing the hard work we’ve put in all season.

The defence was simply outstanding, completely dominating the court and making it nearly impossible for the opposition to even get a shot near the ring.

There’s always room for improvement, but now it’s about fine-tuning as the side gears up for the finals next Saturday against Tongala.

Awards: MVP (Peterenee) - Jasmine Burke; Players’ Player (Garnaut Private Wealth/Fawkner Property) - Lily Sharp; Spirit of the Game (Peterenee) - Sienna Burke.

B-grade: Finley 37 def Nathalia 29.

In warm conditions for our final game of the season, the Cats were again off to a slow start and trailed at half-time.

The second half started better, with improved goal-scoring accuracy in goal, and some good passages of play down the court.

It was a great eight-goal win to end the season for a great group of girls.

Awards: Finley RSC Players’ Player - Sarah Bauer; Finley Community Gym Coach’s Award - Courtney Lunn.

C-grade: Finley 66 def Nathalia 34.

C-grade had to win against Nathalia to make sure they played finals. The pressure was on, and we did not let the supporters or ourselves down.

We played with smarts, and our passing was quick and instinctively when needed or slow and patient.

Shooters Elyse Price and Paula Gowans were not missing, and the defence was not giving an inch.

Megan Vallance, Stacey Doolan, Rachel Brindley, Alyssa Taylor, Dakota Pyle, Miranda Taylor, Shannon Peasley and Abbey Ludbey were all getting intercepts and working hard all over the court to make things as hard as possible for Nathalia.

The third quarter was a battle, but we finished strong to cement our spot in the finals.

Awards: Irwin Stockfeeds-Paula Gowans, Finley Country Club-Alyssa Taylor.

C-Reserve: Finley 48 def Nathalia 43.

No report provided.

Awards: Kelly’s Grains best on court - Lucy Mueller; Finley Pilates and Clinical Myotherapy - Remi Pyle.

Under-17s: Finley 50 def Nathalia 35.

It was a tough last home and away game for the girls, with Nathalia coming out with more attack on the ball and the sides going goal-for-goal for three quarters.

The girls wanted to finish the season with a win and came out firing for the last 15 minutes.

It was a great way to finish a fun year for a fantastic bunch of legends, finishing the year in fifth and chasing a long finals campaign.

Awards: Essential Hair & Beauty - Kate Purtill; Finley Bakery - Mikayla Simpson and Katya Eddy.

Under-15s: Finley 39 def Nathalia 15.

Everyone contributed 100 per cent in our final game against Nathalia.

Many intercepts, loose ball gets, backup, and positivity had us leading at every change.

Tilly, Maddy, Teliah and Sophie were formidable across the defence, blocking the opposition’s attacking run repeatedly.

Milena and Bella controlled the midcourt and were relentless with their attack, defence and patience with goal feeds.

The last quarter was super exciting, scoring 16-0, with Taesharn and Maisie putting on an impressive performance in the goal circle.

Awards: BOC Finley RSC Award - Milena Sneddon; Finley Bakery - Bella Rourke.

Under-13s: Finley 28 def Nathalia 26.

With each girl giving it all they had and leaving nothing out, they were victorious against a strong Nathalia side.

It was a fantastic way to end the season. We are all so proud.

Awards: Finley RSC - Marlee Simpson; Finley Bakery - Savannah Fleming; Matt and Mandy Fleming - Chelsea Kennedy.

Under-11s: Not scored.

The under-11s gave it their all for one last game for the season.

They came out firing and were determined to play their best game of netball. Their strong drives allowed for the efficient movement of the ball down the court.

The teamwork shown by each player was magnificent!

Awards: FFNC Canteen - Eliesha Murrowood; Finley Bakery - Molly Crowley; Vicki Smith $5 - Macy Pyle and Juliette Steel.