Newsletter 15, 2015 Season

On Friday 8th of May all teams played Flames at the State Netball Centre.

Scores for the games were;

West Coast Warriors 18U 48 vs Flames 57

West Coast Warriors Reserves 62 vs Flames 41

West Coast Warriors League 66 vs Flames 37

Next Games

Come along and support the West Coast Warrior Teams at their next games;

15th May, 18U v Rangers 6pm State Netball Centre

15th May, Reserves v Rangers 7.35pm State Netball Centre

15th May, League v Demons 9.10pm State Netball Centre

Entry to the games is $8 for adults students $5, 17years and under Free

Fever members are free

League

Reserves

18U

18U

Game results: Warriors defeated by Flames, 48:57

If we were to have any chance of still making it into the top 4 we knew that we had to win this game against

Flames but it was always going to be a tough call. Flames were also fighting for their position in the 4 and as

evidence of how important this game was, they brought in their top shooters.

After a suffering from slow starts over the last couple of weeks I challenged the girls to play the first 5 minutes

like the last 5 minutes of a game when there is only 1 goal in it. To the girls’ credit, they did exactly that. They

broke Flames first centre pass and were quickly up 4:1. By half way through the quarter we were up 9:5, but we

then let Flames back into the game with some wayward passing. They had a 5 goal run on and we ended the

quarter 12 all.

The second quarter was a see-sawing affair with neither team able to break away. The girls worked hard to stay

in contact, putting some good pressure on the down court drive of Flames and working together to get through

the zone that Flames put on in our attack line. The quarter ended with Flames 1 goal in front.

In the third quarter Flames made changes to their attack line that proved very successful for them. Whilst there

was a lot of turn over by both teams, Flames capitalized and had a 7 goal run on in the start of the quarter. We

managed to peg a couple of goals back through the quarter but still ended up 5 goals down.

The fourth quarter was again a close affair. We made some changes in our attack line to try to freshen things up,

which had some success and the girls showed good patience and touch getting the ball into the shooters. But

wayward passing again let us down and we didn’t make the most of the opportunities we had when we really

needed them. While we ended up going down by 9 in the end, it doesn’t feel like that is a true reflection of the

closeness of the game.

I thought this was a very good team game for us. There were strong performances in all areas of the court, there

was good communication amongst the team and everyone worked hard to shut down the opposition. Most of

the time we showed patience in attack and the centre court showed some real finesse on their passing into the

circle. I thought all the shooter combinations worked well together and Amy Holliday had another strong game in

GS shooting 30 from 35. It’s really pleasing to see a number of players stringing together consistently good

games. Well done girls.

Jenni Vile

Reserves

Tonight was going to be a tough game as Flames were sitting fourth, one game below us on the ladder. Our goal

was to make sure we had two options at the ball and open our vision to see both short and long options; and

where our opponents were. We needed to start the game well and work at our own pace with control, when we

had possession of the ball.

We came out firing at the first whistle and scored 6 of the first 7goals. We maintained intensity with some strong

drives through the middle of the court and at times connected well from attack. When we had two options at the

ball, the ball travelled fluently into the goal circle.

Flames came to play in the second quarter with increased intensity in defensive pressure and their attacking

drives. It was goal for goal at the start of the quarter and as we continued to maintain our defensive pressure and

work rate we were able to brake Flames in the last 5 minutes of play, outscoring them 6- 1. A fantastic effort from

all players, to maintain another solid 15 minutes and to deny Flames the impact they were hoping for this quarter.

After shooting 25/26 in the first half Stephanie Cooper came to the bench and Jenn Gibson stepped in at GS with

Richelle Newberry maintaining her position in GA. Richelle adapted well to the changes continuing to work hard

at the transverse line and into the goal circle and shot 8/9. Jenn held well to be a target in the goal circle and

finished with 8/10.

Throughout the game Richelle and Bryanna Bartel worked well at the centre pass moving through a variety of

strategies. The lack of defense in the fourth quarter from Flames in the first phase of our centre pass enabled

Bryanna to get the ball early on the transverse line and we were able to gain depth and onto circle edge quickly.

We had one defensive change with Catriona Thomson moving into GD. She was effective in denying the GA

entry into the circle and kept her to 2 attempts in the fourth quarter.

We had a great build up through each quarter showcasing the depth we have, as athletes moved from the bench

to the court and making an impact. We played four 15 minute quarters, maintained possession of the ball and

kept ourselves in the game when Flames tried to push us. Consistent defensive pressure placed on our

opponents, contributed to the turnovers we gained and the 3 or 4 more attempts we had at the post each quarter.

A great effort by all athletes, let's see this continue into the final two games of the fixtured rounds and throughout

our finals campaign.

Calandra Smith

League

Last night’s game was a great win for our group. We knew this would be a close encounter and it would be the team that uses momentum better, plays consistently all game, takes the opportunities at the critical time and at the time of the night – keeps focused all game.

The focus for the game was on a few things:

Looking at our on court process areas

In Defense

Full court pressure to slow the ball down before the circle edge to Larissa

Contest the first ball where possible

Big hands over and disciplined with this to build pressure

Push goal shooter out of the circle if she is high

Look at playing full court zone from any of their backlines and add in some wall c passes as per Gilly and Jess request

In Attack

Focus on 2nd phase from the C pass – options from training

Vision – see all options, be smart with these, use the ball to do the work and let it go

Timing and read the space available – drive hard through

Be aware of critical times and shut Flames out if we get a run on

The non-negotiables that need to happen no matter what

Positivity

High 5s and butt taps

Voice

Being relentless in defense

Being united at every point

I kept sending the message at both quarter and half time to really shut Flames out and don’t let them back in as this is something we need to continue to work on as a great team. The third quarter we did this well and got out to an 18 goal lead which I was very happy with. To win by 20 goals in the end was a great achievement for us. Everyone was switched onto our process and our non-negotiables where occurring throughout the game which was great. Lisa had a great game shooting at 90% and really leading our attack and goal circle. Jess Eales had a spring in her step and did a great job, Gilly had a great impact, we welcome Brooke back from her break as she had a great impact on the game, Steph Cooper really built from her game last week and was a great presence for us in GS. Numi, Ellice, Helen, Mo and Kara all played their roles. Unfortunately we couldn’t get Emma out on court this week as we are trying to qualify her for reserves finals.

Karly Hoar

18U vs Flames

Reserves vs Flames

League vs Flames

Game Dates

15th May, 18U v Rangers 6pm State Netball Centre

15th May, Reserves v Rangers 7.35pm State Netball Centre

15th May, League v Demons 9.10pm State Netball Centre

24th May, Reserves v Coastals 11.05am State Netball Centre

24th May, Reserves v Coastals 12.40pm State Netball Centre

24th May, League vs Lions 2.15pm State Netball Centre

5th June Semi Final 1st ladder v 2nd Ladder 7.35pm SNC

5th June Semi Final 3rd ladder v 4th Ladder 7.35pm SNC

12th June Prelim Final Loser match 1 v winner match 2, 7.35pm

19th June Final, Winner match 1 v winner match 3, Basketball Centre 7.35pm

Mark in Your Diary

Warriors Cup - Sunday 28TH June 2015, Kingsway Outdoor Courts

Junior Warriors 12-13 yrs. / Regional Academy 14-16 yrs.

(as at the 31st December 2015)

Trial dates;

Sunday 7th June – All athletes

Sunday 14th June - All athletes

Sunday 21st June – Regional Academy athletes only

All trials will be held at Kingsway outdoor courts

Trial forms available on www.westcoastnetballregion.com.au

and must be in by the 28th May, 2015

Smarter than Smoking West Australian Netball League West Coast Warriors Trials

Sunday 11th October

Friday 16th October

Sunday 18th October

Name: Emma Johnson

Age : 18

DOB : 14.02.1997

Nickname : Em J, Johnson

Occupation: Student

Team : 18U

Position : GK,GD

Years with WCW : 4

Most memorable WCW moment: Geraldton trip

Greatest Achievement: State School Girls Team 2012

Favourite Colour : Green

Favourite food: Nutella

Favourite Movie : Maze Runner

Favourite Music: T Swift, David Guetta

Sporting Idol: Giva Mentor Favourite pastime: Horse riding, Volley Ball

Name: Bailey McNair-Hogben

Age : 17

DOB : 21.08.1997

Nickname: Bai, Bails

Occupation : Student

Team : 18U

Position: WA, C

Years with WCW : 3

Most memorable WCW moment: Friendships made within my team

Greatest Achievement : Playing State League Netball

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Name: Baeleigh Robinson

Age : 15

DOB : 28.08.1999

Nickname : Bae Bae

Occupation: Student

Team : 18U

Position : WA,C

Years with WCW : 1

Greatest Achievement: Making Warriors 18U team

Favourite Colour : Blue

Favourite food: Tacos

Favourite Movie : Divergent

Sporting Idol: Maddi Robinson, Isaac Luke Favourite pastime: Touch Footy

Name: Eli Johnstone

Age : 14

DOB : 15.10.2000

Nickname: Queen E

Occupation : Student

Team : 18U

Position: WD, C, WA

Years with WCW : 1

Greatest achievement: State School Girls 2012

Favourite Colour : Baby Blue

Favourite food: Chocolate

Favourite Music: Beyoncé

Favourite Movie : Drumline New Beat (2)

Favourite pastime: Sports

Congratulations to Lauren Bridges and her partner Dan on the birth of their son

Lachlan on the 12th of May.

WCNR Development programs Junior Warriors – Trial dates Sunday 7

th and 14

th June 2015 at Kingsway Sporting Complex

Under 12 and Under 13 – must be 12 or 13 years of age as of the 31st December, 2015 (birth years

2002 and 2003) Academy/Cadets – Trial dates Sunday 7

th, 14

th, 21

st June 2015 at Kingsway Sporting Complex

Must be between 14 – 16 years of age as of the 31st December, 2015 (birth years 1999 – 2001)

Congratulations to the following WCNR athletes who have been selected as part of the 15U State School Girls Squad.

Bianca Grickage - Sorrento Saints

Drew Hancy - Hamersley

Eli Johnstone - Nga Iwi Katoa

Aimee Littlejohn - Hamersley

Hana Stokes - Beaumaris Netball Club JNA / Wanneroo Rebels WDNA

Sydney Rafferty – Hamersley

Sunday 28TH

June 2015

8:30am Start Kingsway Outdoor Courts

Round Robin Carnival

Entry Fees

Under 16 and 13s $10 per player Under 10, 11 and 12s $ 9 per player

(Limit of 12 players on the scorecard)

Please note there will be no refund on fees

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All Players must be affiliated with Netball WA. Teams to supply own equipment and a competent umpire.

Registrations forms to West Coast Netball Region by

Thursday 18th June 2015

Sandwiches, Sausage Sizzle and Drinks available during the day

Teams are encouraged to pre-order lunches

For further information contact: Tricia Anderson – West Coast Netball Region

(Office hours 9-2pm Tuesday-Thursday) westcoast.netball@bigpond.com phone: 9409 9705

For information regarding sponsoring

the West Coast Warriors or supporting

the West Coast Warriors athletes please

contact the WCNR office.

Phone: 94099705

or email

westcoast.netball@bigpond.com

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