Monday 29th November Award Announcements:
Under 19s MVP - Caprice Barnes
SolarHub Homegrown Hero Award - Shaenice & Mandy Allan
Coaching Excellence - Victoria Schmahl
Vic Schmahl is the Head Coach of the South Canberra Netball Association (SCNA) Division 1 HCF State League team and was also appointed Coach of the ACT Marie Little Shield team for 2021. Vic is very generous with her time and in addition to developing improved team performance, focuses on individual players ensuring that they become the best that they can be. SCNA’s Division 1 on-court performance improved significantly during 2021 and their strong momentum towards the end of the season saw them just miss out on finals by percentage only. Vic also did a great job of preparing the 2021 ACT Marie Little Shield team for the National Championships in Sydney before these were sadly cancelled due to COVID. The enthusiasm of this team and the way they came together was evident when the team attended a SCNA HCF State League game towards the end of the year.
Umpire of the Year - Carmel Weatherburn
Carmel Weatherburn has been selected as 2021 Netball ACT Umpire of the Year. Carmel is an All Australia (AA) badged umpire and has more than 40 years of experience in our sport. Carmel dedicates countless hours to assist, educate and mentor umpires at all levels in the ACT. Carmel continues to umpire Division 1 and Men’s Division and attends all HCF State League competition and rules discussions. In 2021, Carmel has continued to demonstrate a high level of umpiring on the court and significant mentoring and coaching off the court.
Tuesday 30th November Award Announcement:
HCF State League Division 2 MVP - Alyssa Parker & Elise Robinson
Wednesday 1st December Award Announcement:
HCF State League Men's League MVP - Liam Platt
Liam had an impressive first season in the State League, establishing himself as shooter for Arawang Netball Association. Despite playing against experienced men, Liam held his own in the circle and has been rewarded with the MVP award for 2021. Congratulations Liam, we can't wait to see what you bring in the 2022 season.
Thursday 2nd December Award Announcement:
HCF State League Division 1 MVP - Nalani Makunde
The Canberra Netball Association's shooter takes out the MVP award for the first time after five seasons in State League. Despite the shortened season, Nalani played consistently throughout and managed to make 446 shots over 10 games, at a 91% average. Congratulations Nalani on a fantastic achievement, we can't wait to see you on the court next season.
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