Jacinda Beard, in her 300th Picola United appearance, takes possession ahead of Aleisha Moon. Photos: Jordan Townrow.
With both sides looking for their first win of the 2025 season, the A-grade netball match-up between Picola United and Mathoura had more at stake than bragging rights.
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At Picola Recreation Reserve, it was eventually the host that proved the better side on the day, putting in a consistent four-quarters to secure a 34-21 victory.
Holly McLean receives in attack.
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Jordan Townrow
There was no killer blow from Picola in the contest, the Blues slowly breaking away from the Timbercutters over the course of the game.
United took an 11-6 lead into quarter-time and extended it by a further two goals to lead 21-14 at the half.
Lara O'Callaghan negotiates a crowded midcourt.
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Jordan Townrow
The margin was 10 at three-quarter time and Picola sealed victory in all four periods with a 7-4 final term.
Progressing to 1-2 moves the Blues into 11th on the ladder.
Sasha Daniel searches for options.
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Jordan Townrow
This week's fixture against current cellar dweller Blighty will give the side a golden opportunity to level its season ledger at 2-2.
Meanwhile, Mathoura will have another opportunity to end its winless run as it battles fellow 0-3 side Waaia.
Violet Thomas shoots, guarded by Kelsea Gordon.
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Jordan Townrow
Kimberly McPherson gets hands up against Tamara Miller.
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Jordan Townrow
Rebecca McCluskey shows safe hands in defence.
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Jordan Townrow
Alyx Glanville gets aerial ahead of Macie Free.
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Jordan Townrow
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