North Powys U16 Netball

Newtown High School U16 girls took part in the North Powys tournament on Tuesday 14th November in Machynlleth. The girls won their first match against Llanidloes giving them the confidence to go on and win against strong Machynlleth and Llanfyllin sides, before losing to experienced Welshpool and Caereinion in their remaining games. The girls grew with every game learning from their mistakes and from watching other teams play. Captain Maria Ewers stepped up to play Goal Defence and made some amazing interceptions, Blythe Jones helped to work the ball up the court whilst also dropping back to defend as center. Both Cara Farrington and Lacey Clegg had their eye in, scoring some amazing goals.

All the girls played with great effort for the whole 5 games and managed to come 3rd overall due to their excellent team morale and team play. The girls were great ambassadors for the school playing with respect for the other players and the umpires. Well done girls!

Also a big thank you to Coach and Gold Ambassador Halle for her expert guidance and officiating on the day. Da iawn pawb!