The largest ANZA Netball contingent ever participated in the Western Australia Association Championships in Perth this year. This event remains a highlight on our netball calendar and 2024 did not disappoint! The event resulted in a high-level, challenging competition for all the teams against tough opponents, with both ANZA Suns and ANZA Lightning impressively battling it out for the top spots in their respective divisions.

Adding to the trip was the infamous ANZA tour dinner held on the final evening. This was a huge success, with a trivia quiz, team dress-up (including managers and coaches), and a presentation ceremony.

A huge thanks goes to the amazing support crew of coaches and managers for their efforts in ensuring the girls had an awesome time. Thanks also to the wider support crew of parents, grandparents, and siblings who braved the early starts and pesky rain showers to cheer from the sidelines. You each helped make the trip such an adventure for the players. Bring on next year!

Perth Tour Facts Uncovered!

  • Six ANZA teams with 10 players in each
  • 12U x 2, 13U x 2, 14U, 16U
  • 13 support crew including coaches and managers
  • ANZA players from 10 different nationalities
  • One team (16U) braved an ocean morning swim!
  • ANZA teams came second, third and fourth in their divisions

Player Highlights

Our netball players reveal some standout moments

“My most memorable moment in Perth were the bus rides, as they gave me time to bond with my teammates and make more friends. The netball was very intense but fun, and it was a good opportunity for my teammates and me to play against new people and learn more skills. Another favourite moment was the Suns winning the netball/Aussie slang trivia competition at the tour dinner.”
Beatrice, ANZA SUNS 12U

“My most memorable experience was going shopping with all of my friends. This gave me a chance to make stronger connections with my teammates and get to know them better. We basically joked and laughed the entire time! For me, I saw the trip as a chance to bond and make new memories with one another. I think our time away will benefit us in the future as now we will understand each other better while playing netball.”
Willow, ANZA CYCLONES 13U

“I’d describe the ANZA Perth trip 2024 as SO MUCH FUN! I had the best time ever playing netball, shopping, eating, sleeping; literally, everything I did in Perth was amazing! It’s a big thanks to the parents, coaches, and organisers for making this brilliant trip happen!”
Stevie, ANZA COMETS 12U

“It was amazing to come on the Perth trip again. Having the opportunity to play netball at such a high level and competing with girls I’ve been teammates with for over eight years is very special. The Perth trip also creates a great bond between the different age groups – there’s always a lot of support during the matches!”
Rosie, ANZA LIGHTNING 16U

“One of my favourite memories from Perth was the ‘dress-up’ ANZA tour dinner. My team laughed so much while picking out our costumes and seeing what the other teams were wearing. It was also fun to play netball outside in the rain!”
Lily, ANZA TORNADOES 13U 

The team dress-up was taken very seriously

“What made the Perth tour so memorable for me was getting to spend time with my team on and off the court. Dressing up as a team for the gala dinner was a highlight. Of course, the netball was really good too!”
Charlotte, ANZA GALAXY 14U

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