Sport
6 September, 2024
State selection for netballers
WARRNAMBOOL City Association netballers Rebecca Bradford and Sky-Ann Grace have been named in Victoria’s 10-member squad for this weekend’s Marie Little Shield tournament in Brisbane.
A strong defender, Sky-Ann Grace was chosen as a goal keeper/goal defence.
Described as ‘dogged and determined’ she is one of the veterans of the squad who has a ‘never say die’ attitude, applying constant body-on-body pressure.
After holding her spot in the development squad for a number of years, Rebecca Bradford has earned her place on the Vic team for the first time.
According to officials and team-mates, Rebecca can’t be faulted on her work ethic and effort ‘always bringing a team-first mentality, making her the ultimate wing defence.’
The Victorian All Abilities team is out to make history when it takes to the court at Brisbane’s Nissan Arena.
The defending champions are still riding the high of clinching the gold medal last year and are taking the winning mantra into this year’s shield tournament.
After success on their home court last year, the team will be hoping to claim back-to-back gold.
The 2024 Marie Little Shield will run from September 6-8.
The shield is Netball Australia’s national championship for women with an intellectual disability.
The competition was named after Marie Little OAM, a netballer who dedicated her life to those with an intellectual disability.
