THERE was very little serenity in Bonnie Doon on Saturday night as the club celebrated their first A grade netball flag win with gusto.
The Bombers overcame five-time defending champions Greta on the court at WJ Findlay Oval, lifting their maiden A grade cup 60-48.
A dominant first quarter set the match up for Bonnie Doon, defending hard through the midcourt and feeding their shooters to lead 13-8 after the first 15 minutes.
The Bombers stepped it up a notch through the second quarter, with Bonnie Doon’s shooters adding another 23 goals to lead the Blues by 15 goals at the half.
Time was a quickly running out for Greta to mount a comeback, with Bonnie Doon maintaining possessions and defending hard under the post.
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The Bombers were linking up well transitioning the ball to their shooters, with Portia Keatch and Amy Starzer rarely missing.
While the Blues fought hard and brought the margin back slightly at every break, Bonnie Doon’s early onslaught proved to be the difference.
Speaking immediately after the match, Bonnie Doon coach Michelle Tanner said it was an emotional and historic moment for the club.
“I actually am lost for words, I just can’t believe it, our first A grade flag ever,” she said.
“I think even the first quarter, because we got that early lead and got our hands on a couple early, it just set everything else up for the rest of the time.
“They were brave enough to go ahead and have a go at anything, they were just incredible.
“Their connection on court was once again incredible.
“I’m just impressed with all of them, they all stand up when they have to and today they did - I’m speechless, I don’t even know what to say.”
Bonnie Doon centre Anneliese Byrnes was named best on court, just weeks after she was named netball Rising Star at the league presentation night.
“Annie just brings a never-say-die attitude,” Tanner said.
“I think people underestimate her because she’s so small, but she will give you everything she’s got.
“She’s a very good defensive player as well as attacking, she’s just a little ripper.”
