Hume League netball 2021: gains, losses and prospects

Coach: Millie Ferguson.

Gains: Britt Deegon (Barnawartha), Maggie Maguire (Leeton), Millie Ferguson (Mulwala).

Losses: Brooke Wilson.

Stronger than 12 months ago? "It's hard to say, but I think we have the potential to be better. I hope to bring fresh ideas," Ferguson said.

Coaches comment: "Being new to the club, I'm just really excited to bring a different style and fine-tune an already well-drilled side," Ferguson said.

BROCK-BURRUM

Coach: Tahleah Herekiuha.

Gains: Lani Wall, Jemima Dunstan, Sara Burns.

Losses: Alison Meani, Elle Capel, Emily Seiter, Gab Robinson, Janna Tait, Jessica Noordewier, Lauren Kerrins, Paige Harper, Zara Koschitzke.

Stronger than 12 months ago? "I believe our team will be just as strong as 2019, but we'll be very different," Herekiuha said.

Coaches comment: "Being a new face to the Hume League, I'm really excited for the season. We have a great bunch of girls who are eager to learn," Herekiuha said.

CDHBU

Coaches: Grace O'Brien and Gabrielle Brown.

Gains: Several new players to the club.

Losses: Erica Hanrahan.

Stronger than 12 months ago? "Everyone's now had 12 months off. However, the enthusiasm and comradery from the girls is amazing. I think we'll have more depth," Brown said.

Coaches comment: "Grace and I are so excited to be this year's A and B coaches. We truly believe we have a chance to challenge teams and it's really exciting to see how enthusiastic the girls are," Brown said.

CULCAIRN

Coach: Gabrielle Gibbons.

Gains: Montanna Moore, Phoebe Crilly, Darcie Badger, Claudia Wright, Brigette Murphy, Carly Burns, Sarah O'Keeffe, Alex Gale.

Losses: Georgie Haines, Meg Smith, Lucy and Georgia Way (Raiders), Narae Anstee, Shelbie Mildren, Jodie Ross, Julia Crouch.

Stronger than 12 months ago? "I hope so. After a year off it might be a bit hard fitness-wise to get back into it. Trials went well and we're looking good," Gibbons said.

Coaches comment: "It's a really good environment to play netball and I'm looking forward to what the season brings," Gibbons said.

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HENTY

Coaches: Denise James and Nicole Mighalls.

Gains: Jess Braut (Barnawartha), Kelsey Leaver, Jodie Spencer.

Losses: Georgia Luhrs, Rachael Terlich.

Stronger than 12 months ago? "We're so young and such a new group, so it's hard to say where we're going to fit," James said.

Coaches comment: "It's great to be back spending time with the community. As coaches, we always tell the girls to go out there and have fun," the co-coaches said.

HOLBROOK

Coach: Jarrod Hibberson.

Gains: Georgia Booth.

Losses: Meg and Lucy Mcinnes, Kacie Schuur.

Stronger than 12 months ago? "I think we're about the same. We've got some fresh players and versatility should be our strength," Hibberson said.

Coaches comment: "Our girls have formed a really strong bond already. They're so upbeat and just looking forward to the season," Hibberson said.

HOWLONG

Coach: Emma Pargeter.

Gains: Samantha Way (Rutherglen), Georgina McLeod (Finley), Brooke Cannon (returning).

Losses: Annabelle McGee (Queensland), Ebony Hoskin (cricket), Gemma Coburn, Tahnee Thorpe.

Stronger than 12 months ago? "I'm really pleased with the side. We have a great mix of new and previous players and I'm really impressed with how they've gelled already," Pargeter said.

Coaches comment: "I think last year showed the important role sport plays in physical and mental health and I can't wait to see everyone back on the court," Pargeter said.

JINDERA

Coach: Tegan Vogel.

Gains: Tegan and Tayla Vogel, Sam Creasey, Sharla Sutcliffe, Chelsea Burns.

Losses: Sarah Krause.

Stronger than 12 months ago? "I think we'll be on par. Sarah is a big loss, but Sharla is also a great gain in our goal end." Vogel said.

Coaches comment: "I'm looking forward to seeing how the season will play out. We're lucky to have a lot of versatility and all of the girls are excited to hit the court," Vogel said.

LOCKHART

Coach: Jemima Norbury.

Gains: Olivia Lang (North Wagga), Ruby Bouffler.

Losses: No losses.

Stronger than 12 months ago? "I think so. Everyone's work ethic seems to have increased after having the year off," Norbury said.

Coaches comment: "I'm just excited to be a part of a new league and see what it's all about. Getting on the court is the biggest plus," Norbury said.

MURRAY MAGPIES

Coach: Keira Nicholson.

Gains: Gemma Sorrell, Annabell Lee (new), Hannah Azzi, Laura Keighran (juniors).

Losses: Jacqui Ewing (retired), Latoya Mahuru.

Stronger than 12 months ago? "Yeah I think we will be. We did a long preseason and kept in contact, so we've probably bonded a bit quicker," Nicholson said.

Coaches comment: "Everyone's just happy to be out playing and having some connection to the community again," Nicholson said.

OSBORNE

Coach: Sally Hunter.

Gains: Kate Bell, Gabby O'Connell (returning).

Losses: Courtney Menzies (Ganmain), Nell Malmo.

Stronger than 12 months ago? "We had a really great COVID side and I think this is even better," Hunter said.

Coaches comment: "We're excited to be back in the Hume League and looking forward to what's to come," Hunter said.

RWW GIANTS

Coach: Sue Trethowan.

Gains: Grace Finn, Vivienne Vanisi, Alyssa Lieschke, Sophia Kohlhagen.

Losses: Tracey Oates, Jacinta McLean, Eleanor Keir.

Stronger than 12 months ago? "I think so. We have a good balance of experience and youth," Trethowan said.

Coaches comment: "It's great to get back into netball and I'm excited to see how far we can go this season," Trethowan said.

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