08/04/07
By Lisa Szatsznajder
With the netball season in full swing, the University of Melbourne’s 12-team contingent is a leading force for the approaching finals: nearing the halfway post all teams are credible contenders for their respective premiership titles.
In the Premier Open Division 1, Melbourne University Blues were outscored by St. Albans, 27 – 18. University are currently ranked 10th after the round 10 matches (03/04). With twelve rounds remaining, the girls still have time to push their way into the title hunt.
Melbourne University Seconds were defeated by Wyndham City, 39 – 28 in the late Tuesday (03/04) night clash. Despite a determined effort, University’s attacks were thwarted by Wyndam’s well drilled defense.
In a dramatic last minute point, University 2 snatched the win from the grasp of bitter rivals P.P Central Lynx, 31 – 30 in the A2 division. The lead swung to and fro before University clinched the final possession.
University 3 posted a decisive win over the fiercely aggressive Muppets: 36 – 16.
University also collected wins in the Open A1, A3, B2, B3 and B4 divisions.