Georgia Watt was named Tongala’s best-on in its defeat to Nathalia.
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Rechelle Zammit
A new-look Tongala side is still looking to find its feet, suffering a round three defeat to Nathalia in the latest round of Murray Netball League action.
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The once champion Blues side has looked significantly different at the start of 2025, only six of the 11 players named in the 2024 preliminary final suiting up on Good Friday for the clash.
Nathalia's Tegan Sutton and Tongala's Emmalea Wishart both dart for a loose ball. Photos: Rechelle Zammit.
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Rechelle Zammit
Significant outs include Milly Brock, who continues to battle a serious illness, and coach Grace Hammond, who has also yet to take the court this year.
Both players were part of the Bendigo Strikers last year.
Jazmin Clark looks for a passing option.
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Rechelle Zammit
The Blues weren’t far behind the pace against the Purples, but saw the game slip away from them over the course of the four quarters.
Nathalia built a six-goal half-time lead, which they then extended over the remaining periods, resulting in a 45-29 final scoreline.
Laura Domaille gets in position to receive.
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Rechelle Zammit
Goal keeper Georgia Watt was named the best performer for the beaten Tongala side, while defensive partner Gemma Brennan was also praised.
Things will get no easier for Tonny next weekend as the reigning champion and ladder leader Rumbalara visits Tongala Recreation Reserve.
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