Weekly Advertiser | Dimboola showed it was primed for finals with an eight-goal win over Southern Mallee Thunder in Wimmera league A Grade netball on Saturday.

The Roos secured third spot – on equal points with second-placed Horsham Demons – who they will play in this Saturday’s qualifying final on their home court at Dimboola.

Dimboola used 11 players in the match, making the most of the rolling substitute rule, allowing players to rest when needed and give the side a boost by bringing on fresh legs.

Centre Paige Glover and wing defence Rianna Kuhne shone in the win, where the Roos led at every change.

For the Thunder, goal-shooter Emma Mill and goal defence Caitlin Douglass were judged best. For the Demons, they were able to bounce back from a loss to Thunder the week prior, cruising to a 48-goal win over Minyip-Murtoa.

Centre Ella Janetzki and goal attack Georgia Batson were outstanding, while defender Romi Miller returned to the side for just her fifth game of the season.

Meanwhile, the Thunder will take on Ararat in the elimination final at Nhill on Sunday.

The Rats scored a 19-goal victory over Nhill on Saturday, giving them a confidence-boost ahead of finals.

Laney McLoughlan, with 26 goals, and midcourter Monique Scott were Ararat’s best players as the Rats led throughout the match.

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