Match Previews | It’s a big weekend ahead as our Bottle Green squads head to Melbourne for the Netball Victoria Association Championships State Finals.

With teams in the Open, Under 17 and Under 13 divisions representing the Hampden league, there’s plenty of excitement around showcasing our talent in the big smoke. Each squad has trained hard and performed strongly to earn their place on the state stage, and we are confident they’ll make the Hampden FNL proud. A huge thank you goes to all players, coaches, and support staff who have put their hands up to represent our league—you are what makes this competition thrive.

Back in local action, the Open Grade continues to heat up. Cobden proved they’re well and truly in the finals mix with a thrilling one-goal win over South Warrnambool on the weekend. It was a high-intensity match that showcased finals-like pressure and poise, and Cobden’s ability to hold their nerve has them looming as a genuine contender.

The battle for the fifth and final spot is shaping as a nail-biter, with Camperdown, Portland, Terang Mortlake and Port Fairy all still in the hunt. Every quarter will matter in the run home as percentage could be the deciding factor.

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