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Presidents Message
As a netball community, Covid-19 has given us all a new sense of appreciation and gratefulness. The challenges and obstacles we’ve faced the past 2-years have been extreme and taught us the importance of unity and resilience. I am extremely proud of the collective effort of our netball community, clubs, volunteers and committee. We have adapted to the many changes to our competition dates throughout the year, adhered to the restrictions and guidelines placed on us by the QLD Government as a result of Covid-19, successfully completed the winter and summer competitions, ran 3 fantastic carnivals and hosted one Netball QLD state event @ HDNA. A massive year for everyone and I would also like to thank our wonderful vendors and sponsors for their ongoing support of the association. The future of HDNA is bright – we have real strengths, great people, strong values and a proud history.
On behalf of the Executive Committee, we wish you and your family a beautiful Christmas and the happiest New Year. We look forward to seeing you all again for another fantastic season of netball in 2022.
Kimberley Seymour
HDNA hosts Netball QLD Development & Intermediate Coaching Courses
Covid-19 has seen the cancellation of many coaching development courses over the past 2-years. However, HDNA was fortunate to host both the Netball QLD Development and Intermediate courses this month. Coaches were shown various coaching techniques, different netball skills and tricks, effective communication with players and how to plan effective training sessions.
Thank you to our HDNA players that assisted with skills and drills during the day.
HDNA hosts 2021 Primary Schools Cup
On the 18th and 19th of September the sun was bright and the smiles were big at HDNA for the Origin Energy Primary Schools Cup. With 95 teams from across Queensland, it was a fantastic competition that brought together primary school students in years four to six. The two-day event provides an opportunity for girls and boys to come together and experience competitive netball in a fun and safe environment.
A big congratulations to the following winners:
1st Place – Coorparoo State School Gold
2nd Place – Stella Maris Stars Maroochydore
3rd Place – Wishart State School Blue
Winners are crowned at State Age Championships 2021
With 1728 matches played over the 4-day event on the Sunshine Coast, congratulations HDNA 14 Green winning the 14U Championship following their success in the 13U Championship in 2020 and HDNA 13 Green winning the 13U Challenge. HDNA also finished 3rd overall in the Nissan State Age Association Results.
HDNA results were outstanding:
12P 6th Div 1 – 6th in the State
12G 1st Div 2 – 9th in the State
13P 4th Div 1 – 4th in the State (Championships)
13G 1st Div 1 – 1st in the State (Challenge)
14P 1st Div 1 – 1st in the State (Championships)
14G 1st Div 3 – 17th in the State (Championships)
15P 3rd Div 2 – 11th in the State (Championships)
15G Equal 5th Div 1 – 6th on count back (Challenge)
Winners are crowned at 2021 Monday Night Winter Grand Finals
HDNA held the Grand Finals for their Monday Night Winter Competition on the 30th of August. Grand Final winners were also treated to a pizza party after the games. Congratulations to Finches for winning the 2021 Goal Average Award!
Another first for HDNA, all games were allocated two B badged umpires. We would like to thank all of the coaches and umpires for their hard work this season.
Congratulations to the following winners:
Div 1: Somerset
Div 2: Palm Beach Strikers
Div 3: Breakers Powers
Div 4: Shiraz
Div 5: Late Comers
Div 6: Mudgeeraba Mana
Div 7: Goal Diggers
Div 8: Soul Sisters
Winners are crowned at 2021 Saturday Junior Grand Finals
HDNA held the Grand Finals for their Saturday Junior Competition on the 25th of October. All Grand Final players were also treated to ice blocks after the games. A big congratulations to Somerset 11C for winning the 2021 Goal Average Award!
Congratulations to the following winners:
11A: Pizzey Park Predators
11B: Pizzey Park Whirlwinds
11C: Somerset Blue
11D: Pizzey Park Storm
12A: Tallebudgera Thunder
12B: Tamborine Mtn Tigers
12C: Somerset 12yrs
13A: GC United Chargers
13B: Palm Beach Blaze
13C: Tamborine Mtn Pterodactyls
13D: Mudgeeraba Moonlights
14A: GC United Rebels
14B: Tallebudgera Tuffies
14C: Palm Beach Jaguars
Inter A: Broadbeach Cats
Inter B: Mudgeeraba Misfits
Inter C: Beechmont Blizzards
Inter D:Tamborine Mtn Turbos
2021 NetSetGo Season Wrap
HDNA wrapped up a wonderful NetSetGO season on the 11th of August. We thank all of the players, coaches, managers and supporters who have come out each and every Saturday to enjoy the game we love. A huge shout-out to Carol Storm, our tireless NetSetGo Convenor who is a much valued member of our team!
After many years with HDNA, we would like to say thank you and farewell to Jacinta, our Saturday First Aid Officer who is pursuing her career as a doctor.
HDNA launches new website
On the 30th of June, HDNA launched their brand new website. Members are able to navigate their way through the many competition offerings, news and events at HDNA in a simple, seamless way. 2022 will see the launch of our new online competition sign on packs, as we transition away from paper to electronic forms.
HDNA’s Mother’s Day Promotion
As a special thank you to all of our wonderful netball mums, HDNA hosted an Instagram giveaway, offering mothers a chance to win a gorgeous hamper and two tickets to a QLD Firebirds game. HDNA went viral on Instagram with players uploading a photo of a favourable moment with their mums on their instagram accounts!
Congratulations to the winning entrant Rachel Wooldridge pictured with her daughters Kaitlin and Olivia.
2021 HDNA Volunteer of the Year
Congratulations to HDNA’s 2021 Volunteer of the Year Michael Taylor, from Tamborine Mountain Netball Club. Michael goes above and beyond not only for his club but also for our association. He shows initiative and commitment, actively connects with the HDNA committee and nothing is too much trouble for him. His positivity and enthusiasm for our sport and our community is second to none. HDNA is very grateful for his invaluable contribution, positive attitude and willingness to help every Saturday.
2021 HDNA Coach of the Year
Congratulations to HDNA’s 2021 Coach of the Year Linda Monro, from Palm Beach Netball Club. Linda is an extraordinary coach and mentor to all players young and old not only for her club, but also for HDNA’s representative team. HDNA values her selfless commitment to our sport each week.
Linda also won her 11th State Age Championships at this year’s event. Congratulations!
2021 HDNA Junior Umpire of the Year
Congratulations to HDNA’s 2021 Junior Umpire of the Year Emily Ann Tapper, from Technix Netball Club. Emily Ann has excelled in every aspect of her umpiring. She has worked extremely hard to obtain her National B badge, was awarded a Grand Final game at the Elite Premier League competition, a Grand Final game at both Primary Schools Cup and Vicki Wilson and was a HDNA State Age Umpire. Her positivity, enthusiasm and dedication to umpiring is simply outstanding.
2021 HDNA Representative Player of the Year
Congratulations to HDNA’s Representative Player of the Year, Talitah FaiFai.
Talitah has played Rep for HDNA since 12yrs of age. She has had an extremely successful year with just some of her highlights – representing HDNA in the 19yrs EPL team which were Runners-up. She was selected in and captained the 16yrs Bullsharks team which were winners at the State Championships and she made her debut in the Bond Bullsharks Ruby team.
2021 HDNA Coach of the Year
Congratulations to HDNA’s Representative Coaches of the Year, Linda Monro and Shaynne Ford.
It was difficult to choose one recipient this year, as HDNA thought all our coaches did a fantastic job especially with the extended rep season. We decided to share this award between two wonderful coaches who both had great success with their winning teams at this year’s Nissan State Age Championships.
2021 HDNA Manager of the Year
Congratulations to HDNA’s Representative Manager of the Year, Suzette Rule. Suzette is an invaluable member of HDNA and her exceptional organisation skills, positive ‘can do’ attitude and commitment to getting the best out of her players was evident in everything she did for the coach and players of her rep team. Always positive and loads of fun to be around, congratulations Suzette for being the HDNA Manager of the Year.
2021 Representative Presentation Dinner
On the 23rd of October HDNA held their representative presentation dinner at the Surfers Paradise Golf Course. Hosted by our Representative Captain Kenishah Chick and Vice-Captain Isabella Seymour, the girls had a wonderful night of celebration, singing, dancing and plenty of laughs in the photo booth.
HDNA is extremely proud of the achievements of all representative players, umpires, coaches, managers, parents & committee.
HDNA Strength & Fitness Program
Thank-you to Jim & Andrea from Body Force Fitness for a wonderful 2022 rep season. The rep players were all put through a solid strength and conditioning program every Sunday morning at Somerset College during the season. HDNA is proud of the elite rep program we offer and working alongside Body Force Fitness.
Elite Premier League Competition (EPL)
Another very successful EPL season for our EPL teams. Congratulations to all players, coaches, managers and umpires for representing HDNA. Fantastic results with the 19yrs runners-up and the 17yrs coming in 3rd.
HDNA hosts hugely successful Representative Carnival
On the 30th of May HDNA held their annual representative carnival. Over 100 teams attended the carnival playing the sport they love on a beautiful winter’s day, complete with jukebox, chocolate bed and some amazing prizes won during the event.
Thank you to everyone involved for playing, coaching, umpiring, volunteering, donating prizes and taking part in our hugely successful 2021 Rep Carnival!
HDNA hosts successful Junior Carnival
One hundred teams from across Queensland came to HDNA on the 18th of July to compete in our Junior Carnival. Everyone participated with enthusiasm and great sportsmanship. There were also huge raffle prizes including a Weber BBQ valued at $799 and a jumping castle for the girls to enjoy.
HDNA hosts successful NetSetGo Carnival
90 teams from across Queensland came to HDNA on the 6th of July to compete in our NetSetGo Carnival. A big thank-you to all our amazing players, coaches, managers, umpires, parents and volunteers who assisted in making the carnival such a huge success for HDNA! Thank you Rylee and Bayley from Bond Bullsharks for presenting the trophies and medals to our winning teams.
And last but not least, a big thank you to our special guest that attended the carnival, Skye from Paw Patrol!
HDNA’s new shade sail and picnic tables
HDNA would like to express our gratitude and thanks to the QLD Government Community Benefit Fund for our $35,000 grant that went towards our new shade sail and picnic tables. It has been a welcome addition to our courts especially on hot days at netball!
Caitlin Nevins holds a training session for HDNA State Rep Players
We had the pleasure of having Australian Diamond and Queensland Firebird player Caitlyn Nevins attend Rep Training on the 24th of March for our State Players. Caitlyn worked with all our rep players and coaches on attack and defence.
HDNA raises over $3400 for Friends with Dignity Australia
We would like to say a big thank you to the HDNA community for your contributions on our annual ‘Crazy Hair and Sock Day’. Thanks to your generosity, together we raised $1721.80. With HDNA matching this amount we presented the charity Friends with Dignity a cheque for $3443.60. Well done everyone for helping to make a difference in the lives of others less fortunate.
HDNA donates netball uniforms to Lawaki Primary School
On the 7th of April, Lawaki Primary School in Dawasamu Fiji, received donations from HDNA in the form of netball uniforms for their school netball team. We would like to thank Marg Plauschin for coordinating this donation with Fiji Donations Australia.
Thank you to our sponsors
HDNA would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to our sponsors, Trophy Empire, Potato Press Signs, Mortgage Choice and Dominos Pizza Mudgeeraba. We look forward to continuing our relationship with each business that strongly supports our netball community.
ht Winter Grand Finals
HDNA held the Grand Finals for their Monday Night Winter Competition on the 30th of August. Grand Final winners were also treated to a pizza party after the games. Congratulations to Finches for winning the 2021 Goal Average Award!
Another first for HDNA, all games were allocated two B badged umpires. We would like to thank all of the coaches and umpires for their hard work this season.
Congratulations to the following winners:
Div 1: Somerset
Div 2: Palm Beach Strikers
Div 3: Breakers Powers
Div 4: Shiraz
Div 5: Late Comers
Div 6: Mudgeeraba Mana
Div 7: Goal Diggers
Div 8: Soul Sisters
