BREAKING: Kiewa-Sandy Creek has achieved a stunning victory over the Chiltern Swans, booking their place in the Tallangatta and District A-grade netball grand final. The Hawks dominated the qualifying semi-final at Sandy Creek on Saturday, winning by an impressive 21 goals with a final score of 52-31.
This decisive win marks Kiewa-Sandy Creek’s first triumph against the minor premier Swans since round 13 last season, setting the stage for a thrilling final showdown. The Hawks maintained control throughout the match, leading at every break and showcasing their strong teamwork.
“It was very exciting,” said Kiewa-Sandy Creek co-coach Sharyn Attree. “The whole nine players we used were all fabulous; we couldn’t pick a best player. Chiltern is a quality side, so to come away with the win, what we did was amazing.”
With this victory, Kiewa-Sandy Creek aims to rewrite their narrative after narrowly losing to the Swans by just two goals in last season’s final. The Hawks have a storied history, having claimed the A-grade Tallangatta and District Netball Association premiership titles in 2019, 2022, and 2023, with the Covid-affected seasons in between.
Attree emphasized the need for focus as they prepare for the grand final. “They’re all really happy, but it’s about being contained. They know we have a job to do for the next two weeks,” she added. The Hawks will face tough competition, whether it’s Chiltern, Tallangatta, or Thurgoona, all of whom are formidable opponents.
Chiltern’s journey is not over yet; they still have a chance to defend their title. The Swans are gearing up for a preliminary final next weekend, keeping their hopes of going back-to-back alive.
The grand final promises to be an exhilarating event as Kiewa-Sandy Creek looks to secure their legacy against a high-caliber opponent. Fans are urged to stay tuned for updates as both teams prepare for what is sure to be a fierce competition.
