A great day of netball today, starting with the County team at 9.30am, playing Sparks who were in 3rd position on the league table, so we knew we were in for a tough game. However, our county squad held their own, battling for every goal from their centre passes. The scores were going goal for goal throughout the 1st quarter and with very few forced errors, and several turnovers, Omega kept composure and with patient and controlled play, succeeded in drawing scores in the opening quarter with a score of 12-12.
The 2nd quarter was equally tight and once again, Omega remained composed and contested at every opportunity. Accuracy in the shooting and clear presenting for feeds from the attack were on display. The defence were consistently strong as always, with the circle defenders closing down their opponents and gaining possession for Omega regularly. Another great quarter from the team and another draw of scores, ending the 1st half of the game 23-23…a great achievement.
The 2nd half of the game started a little unsettled in Omega’s shooting end with a blip in what had been a very accurate shooting game. This allowed Sparks to gain control for the 1st time and start to take the lead. Again the team contended for possession and the defence were solid as ever, winning several balls, however Omega were not able to capitalise on these wins. The 3rd quarter ended with Sparks gaining a 7-goal lead going into the final quarter and a score of 32-39.
In the final interval, Omega focussed on remaining positive and fighting for the game as all was not lost at this stage and the win was still within reach. The team returned to court ready to give their all, which every player did to the end. They closed the scores to 3 goal deficit and played their hearts out for the much needed 2 points for the league table.
The team displayed signs of greatness today and are growing as a squad with each game they play. Their confidence and familiarity with each other is beginning to come together and the future is looking bright for this team. A well fought for game by all and some great displays of netball from the whole squad.