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St Mary’s shine at representative level

St Mary’s was proudly represented in NFNL representative netball over the weekend, with Jo Denton, Amelia Denton, Maeve O’Neill and Holly Elliot-Pogue all taking the court.

A special congratulations to Jo (15&U Championship) and Maeve (13&U Championship), who helped lead their teams to Grand Final victories.

It’s incredibly rewarding to see our junior program in action. Watching players develop, flourish and earn opportunities like this at representative level is a big part of why we started the junior program.

You’re Invited: 2026 Business Luncheon

Join us for a special Business Luncheon as we kick off the ANZAC Day weekend alongside two of the game’s greats, Dyson Heppell and Nick Maxwell.

Guests will enjoy an exciting afternoon featuring a delicious lunch and an exclusive chat where Dyson and Nick will share insights, stories, and experiences from their time at the elite level.

The event will be held on Friday 24 April, with doors opening at 12:00pm and a 12:30pm start. Lunch is included, and the bar will be open to purchase drinks.

Tickets are available at $95 per person, or $900 for a table of 10. For those looking for a premium experience, a limited number of “Dine with the Stars” tables are available for $1200.

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St Mary’s takes on The Amazing Race

If you spotted us around Greensborough on the weekend, there was a very good reason! Our men’s and women’s footy players took on our very own Amazing Race, splitting into teams and racing between stations and challenges all around town.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined in and brought the energy, and to our legends behind the scenes who planned, set up, and ran each station, with the Bickerton’s even offering up their own house. It was the perfect mix of fitness, teamwork, and plenty of laughs, and reminded us why remind us why our club community is so special!

Junior Netball players lead league awards

Our 13&U netballers made a huge splash at the NFNL Summer Awards Night!

Taking centre stage was Gemma Spithill, who capped off an incredible season by being awarded the league Best & Fairest. Adding to the celebrations, teammate Tilly Armstrong finished an impressive third in the Best & Fairest count.

These achievements are a reflection of the players’ hard work and dedication throughout the season. We also want to recognise the incredible support from their parents and their coach Mick Denton, whose commitment to their development has made a real difference.

To make the night even more special, the awards were presented by Amy Parmenter, captain of the Melbourne Mavericks and a representative of the Australian Diamonds. Having someone of Amy’s calibre present the awards was an inspiring moment for our young athletes and a reminder of what’s possible with dedication and passion for the game.

We couldn’t be prouder of Gemma, Tilly, and all our 13&U players!

We’re 2026 Melbourne Vixens members!

Our club is once again a Melbourne Vixens Member for 2026, thanks to their grassroots membership program!

As part of this, we get access to some fantastic benefits that you can all take advantage of:

10% discount on membership products: Use the code 2026MVNV.
10% discount on merchandise: Use the password VIXMEM26.
30% Discount Group Ticket Offer: Call Ticketek on 1300 364 001, quoting password NVGROOTS26.

Plus, we’re featured on the Vixens website – a fantastic opportunity to boost our club’s visibility in the netball community.

We’re sure this membership will be put to great use with plenty of Vixens fans at our club!

Connection driving success for Senior Women

Our Senior Women’s team spent a weekend in Eildon proving that pre-season is about more than just footy — it’s about building trust, setting goals, and strengthening team culture.

The highlight was a practice match against Thornton Eildon, where the team showed great skill and determination, giving us plenty of confidence heading into the season.

Off the field, players completed a fitness circuit with their opponents, reflected on team values, and worked together to set goals that will guide them throughout the year, and of course had some fun along the way!

It was a weekend of growth, bonding, and preparation, reminding us that the strength of this team comes from the unity and committment of every player, coach and volunteer.

St Mary’s players make VFL

A big congratulations to St Mary’s players Ty Kitchell and Dom Akuei on being selected in the Essendon Football Club Victorian Football League (VFL) team.

It’s a fantastic achievement for both players, with Dom returning to the VFL side and Ty earning his spot for the first time. Their selection is a testament to the hard work and commitment they continue to show both on and off the field.

Everyone at St Mary’s is incredibly proud to see their efforts recognised, and we wish them both the very best for the season ahead.

Strong summer season for netball teams

Well done to our 13&U, 15&U and 17&U netball teams on a fantastic summer season!

While finals didn’t go our way, reaching the finals is a great achievement and a reflection of the hard work, teamwork and commitment shown throughout the season. Every player should be proud of their efforts.

A special mention also to our 17&U team on an incredible inaugural season. Making finals in your debut year is a fantastic achievement, and we’re so proud of the way the team has grown and represented the club.

Of course, none of this would be possible without the dedication of our volunteers who give so much of their time to support our players. A huge thank you to coach Mick Denton and our other volunteers Tony Ryan, Kelly Rennie and Louise Reid for their commitment throughout the season.

We’re already looking forward to seeing all three teams back out on court for the winter season.

Junior netball players recognised by league

Congratulations to Matilda Armstrong and Gemma Spithill from our 13&U junior netball team, who have been invited to attend the NFNL Summer Junior Presentation Night.

Both players have had outstanding seasons and it’s fantastic to see their efforts recognised at league level. Matilda has been a strong and reliable defender all year, consistently shutting down opposition attacks with her determination and game sense. Gemma has been equally impressive in the shooting circle, proving to be a dependable and accurate scorer for the team.

Selections like this are a great reward for the hard work, commitment and teamwork these players have shown throughout the season.

We wish both Matilda and Gemma the very best of luck at the presentation night on 20 March 2026.