SCHOOL SPORT VICTORIA - Loddon Mallee Regional Finals

Intermediate Girls Basketball

The Intermediate Girls Basketball team were highly motivated and eager for success at the recent Loddon Mallee Regional Finals held at Red Energy Arena in Bendigo.

Buoyed by the presence of sidelined teammates and a surprise visit from the College Sports Coordinator, whom we believe may have planned her return from Italy with this competition in mind, the girls quickly got to work against St Mary MacKillop College, Swan Hill. The tough opening game was a reminder of the importance of playing as a cohesive unit and valuing each possession. The girls came away with the win and carried that momentum into strong performances against St Arnaud Secondary College and St Joseph's College Echuca.

With five games scheduled in a row in a round robin format and only 10 minutes between each match, the day was a test of the team's endurance and ability to maintain their focus and intensity throughout the competition. After recording their fourth consecutive victory against Irymple Secondary College, the girls, although fatigued, remained fully focused for their final and most challenging match against Victory Christian College Bendigo.

After jumping out to an early lead and maintaining a strong, disciplined defensive structure, the girls controlled the game throughout. Despite the physical demands of the day, they continued to work hard for one another, looked after the ball, and executed their game plan effectively. Their efforts were rewarded with a 44-33 victory, securing the Loddon Mallee Region title.

The team will now turn their attention to the School Sport Victoria State Finals on Tuesday 17 November. Congratulations to all players on an excellent day of basketball, and we wish them all the best as they prepare to represent Catherine McAuley College Bendigo at the State Finals.

Mr Colin Hogan & Mrs Julie Fennell (Coaches)

TEAM: Mr Colin Hogan (Coach), Mia Cox, Sienna Raco, Lilly Teuma, Sophie McDermott, Ellie Macumber, Mrs Julie Fennell (Coach), Rylee Marsh, Alexis Arundell, Etta Place, Elle Gilchrist, Poppy Carter