SHEPPARTON V SHEPPARTON UNITED
Shepparton will be looking to draw inspiration from last week’s character-building win over finals-bound Euroa.
The Bears jumped back into the top six, moving a game clear of the Shepparton Swans after their two-goal win.
Ella Sidebottom celebrated her milestone with an inspired performance from the attacking third while youngsters Mackenzie O’Dwyer and Ruby Higgins were also outstanding in stepping up to fill the void left by players injured during the match.
Jacinta Todd’s experience across the four quarters proved pivotal to helping the Bears win those 50-50 moments during the game.
If she can do that again, then the Bears will be a chance to turn the tables on the Demons.
That said, the Demons are playing some great netball and should claim the win.
Tip: Shepparton United.
EUROA V ECHUCA
Euroa will be looking to get its season back on track when it welcomes Echuca.
The Magpies missed an opportunity to sew-up their finals spot when they were beaten by Shepparton last weekend.
It doesn’t get any easier for the home team when it welcomes a well-drilled Murray Bombers outfit.
Tylah Marchbank was dominant in defence last weekend, and she will need to play well again.
Kellie Davidson worked hard in the mid-court for Euroa last week while Eliza Hoare never gave up at wing attack.
They will need to play well to ensure they don’t allow Steph Vick and Jacqui James to dictate from the defensive third that allows Greta Pearson and Bianca Willis to capitalise and lead the visitors to victory.
Tip: Echuca.
KYABRAM V MOOROOPNA
Kyabram will be out to spoil the party for Mooroopna.
The Cats have been on fire lately, amassing eight wins to be sitting in equal second with Shepparton United.
Mid-courter Shelby Britten will be looking to continue her good form from last week as will Ella Ogier and Bree Hanslow.
If this trio can continue that good form and curb the influence of Chicky Vick, Holly Reid, Livia Hall and coach Sara Kent, then the visitors should come away with the four points.
Tip: Mooroopna.
TATURA V BENALLA
Both teams are playing for pride as we draw a close to the home and away rounds.
For Tatura it has been a tough season with only one win, while Benalla has some small wins along the way in what has otherwise been a challenging year for them.
The Saints were on early against Seymour and if they bring that form, the home team may struggle to go with them after they were beaten by 30 goals last round by Kyabram.
Tip: Benalla.
ROCHESTER V MANSFIELD
Rochester will be looking to try and make it two wins from its past three outings when it hosts the winless Mansfield today.
The Eagles were well beaten by the second placed Shepparton United last round while the Tigers ran into a red-hot Mooroopna.
Prior to the loss to the Cats, the Tigers did well to overcome Kyabram in a high-scoring contest.
And, if they can bring that form, they should be able to chalk their fourth win of the season.
Tip: Rochester.
SHEPPARTON SWANS V SEYMOUR
Shepparton Swans faces a massive challenge if it wants to remain in the finals race.
A loss to Echuca last weekend pushed them a game behind the sixth placed Shepparton.
And, they will need to bring their best and to do that they will turn to the likes of Hannah Garner, Shinea Sali and Klarindah Hudson to try and lead the way.
Courtney Aldous, Ella Teannt, Rosie O’Sullivan and Jess Lallo led from the front for the Lions last week, which kicked into gear after an early challenge from Benalla last weekend.
If they play well again, then the Swans will struggle to match them.
Tip: Seymour.
