Goulburn Valley representatives flock to National Netball Championships

By Liam Nash

Apr 11, 2023

On the big stage: Shepparton representatives Tracey Brereton, McKenzie O'Dwyer and Jacinta Todd in state colours.

Some of the Goulburn Valley’s brightest netball minds and talents are currently in Darwin, representing Victoria at the 2023 National Netball Championships.

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A pair of Shepparton starlets are vying to clinch the title in the 17-and-under squad, with Bears youngster McKenzie O’Dwyer lining up alongside Swans’ Harriet Gall.

Rochester gun Teal Hocking will look to wow selectors and spectators alike in the 19-and-under outfit, building on her step up to the senior ranks with City West Falcons in the Victorian Netball League during summer.

Making her mark: Rochester's Teal Hocking. Photo by Rodney Braithwaite

Meanwhile, two Goulburn Valley mentors will also play a massive role at the tournament, charged with steering their state towards success at the biggest age-grade event on the calendar.

Shepparton A-grade mentor Tracey Brereton is guiding the 17-and-under squad as head coach, while another of the Bears’ brainstrust, Jacinta Todd, is serving as assistant coach of the 19-and-under team.

The tournament kicked off on Tuesday, with Brereton’s charges starting with games against Western Australia and Queensland, while Todd’s side faced Northern Territory and South Australia.