We’re proud to see four of our senior men’s players recognised in the Herald Sun Leader’s Top 30 NFNL Division 2 Players for 2025! A huge congratulations to: It’s a great reward for the hard work and impact these players have shown throughout the season.
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Six players named as NFNL young guns
We’re proud that six of our talented players were recognised in the Herald Sun Leader Northern Football Netball League’s ‘Best Players 22 and Under’ list. Congratulations to Hayden Bickerton, Nick Brennan, Joshua Carelli, Will Dean, Ty Kitchell and Lachlan Read on this well-deserved recognition. Each of these players has not only made a strong impactContinue reading “Six players named as NFNL young guns”
Two-sport stars
Amelia Denton and Tilly Armstrong are making moves on both the netball court and the footy field—playing together in the 13&U netball team and the U12 Girls footy team! It is so special to see friendships and skills grow across two sports, backed by the our senior and junior club. By balancing two sports, they’reContinue reading “Two-sport stars”
CLUB RECORD: Daisley celebrates 200 games
Congratulations to Nic Daisley on 200 games with St Mary’s A true legend and the first player in senior club history to hit this milestone. From his junior days to now, Nic has been loyal to St Mary’s played an incredible 250 games across both clubs. He’s was part of our first premierships, a multiple-timeContinue reading “CLUB RECORD: Daisley celebrates 200 games”
St Mary’s making their mark in representative teams
A huge congratulations to Lilyana Condon and Jo Denton, who have both been selected for the NFNL Reserves Representative 15&U Netball team! After impressing at trials late last year and dedicating themselves to intense training, their hard work has paid off. They will proudly represent the NFNL at the Netball Victoria Association Championships later thisContinue reading “St Mary’s making their mark in representative teams”
Senior players support young stars
Big thanks to our senior players for lending a hand at the St Mary’s Junior Club’s Registration & Combine Day! They helped out with activities including the agility run, 20m sprint, and longest kick. It’s fantastic to see our senior players giving back and supporting the next generation of talent. Their involvement plays a crucialContinue reading “Senior players support young stars”
St Mary’s juniors thriving in Senior footy
At St Mary’s, we want to offer a place where local players can keep their footy journey going, surrounded by the community they know and the friends they’ve grown up with. We believe the transition from juniors to seniors should feel like a natural step—where players can continue to develop, have fun, and play withContinue reading “St Mary’s juniors thriving in Senior footy”
Netball next generation shines!
Congratulations to 15&U team – Jo Denton, Lily Cavello, and Lilyana Condon – have been selected for the NFNL 15/U Representative Squad! This is an incredible achievement and a testament to the talent and hard work within this group. It’s not just a win for them, but for the entire team and club, showcasing theContinue reading “Netball next generation shines!”
More than a game
In netball and football, the season may end, but the friendships never do. Whether it’s casual dinners, fun days out at the races, or simply catching up over coffee, we love how our players make time to stay connected outside of sport. It’s this commitment to each other that sets our club apart. It’s theseContinue reading “More than a game”
A netball first: Celebrating Clare’s 150th game
Huge congratulations to Clare Nicholls, who is set to play her 150th game for St Mary’s Netball tonight! The first netball player to reach this amazing milestone. Clare has been big part of our netball community since its inception in 2011, and she continues to dominate on the court week after week. To commemorate beingContinue reading “A netball first: Celebrating Clare’s 150th game”
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