NSW Swifts v Collingwood Magpies Netball Suncorp Super Netball - Round 6 Sunday 26 March, 2017 Volume 10, Issue 2
PAIGE HADLEY BELIEVES IN THE SWIFTS’ CULTURE CLUB
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Suncorp, supporting netballers of all ages.
Welcome ROB WRIGHT
IN THIS ISSUE 4-5
PAIGE HADLEY
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NEWS
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MATCH CENTRE
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SELF CERTIFIED
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IN THE KITCHEN
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NNSW WARATAHS
How wonderful we’re finally here to play our first NSW Swifts home game of Suncorp Super Netball at one of my favourite venues, Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre. This stadium has been good to the Swifts in recent times, and we hope to continue that winning trend against one of the competition’s most formidable teams – Collingwood Magpies Netball Club. Our playing roster is vastly different to their internationally laden team; but we’ve shown in the first half of this season the Swifts play an exciting brand of netball and are up for the contest, so we’ll be looking to do that again today.
Your presence in the stands will really help us with that challenge, so make sure you get up out your seats Red Army and cheer loudly for your Swifts – we want to make sure the Magpies know they’re on our turf. Yours in netball,
Rob Wright Head Coach
Her pride and passion in the Red Dress
MEMBERS’ ROUND
Round up of all the latest NSW Swifts news.
Today we would like to pay special tribute to those who have shown unwavering support of our Club, who Rob Wright describes as “the world’s best Fans” … and that, of course, is our NSW Swifts Members.
NSW Swifts and Magpies Netball player profiles.
Through thick and thin, our Members have been united in their “Let’s Go Swifts, Let’s Go!” chants, have turned up in their droves on Game Day and at special Club events, and have even travelled interstate to support our mighty Swifts on the road.
Sarah Klau shares a bit about herself.
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And for all that and more, the Club wants to say THANK YOU.
Learn more about our ANL feeder side.
If you’re joining us next week for our Round 7 home game against GIANTS Netball, then prepare to turn back the clocks because…it’s RETRO ROUND! Old netball uniforms, yesteryear fashion, whatever is Retro to you – start planning those outfits in preparation for next Saturday night, 1 April.
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2017 RESULTS
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GIANTS 58 SWIFTS 53
SWIFTS 54 THUNDERBIRDS 44
VIXENS 59 SWIFTS 59
FIREBIRDS 62 SWIFTS 53
FEVER 50 SWIFTS 45
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Paige Hadley Believes in the Swifts’ Culture Club When Head Coach Rob Wright first shared with Paige Hadley his vision for the NSW Swifts in the new era of Suncorp Super Netball, it didn’t take much to convince the midcourter to stay with the famous Red Dress. Hard work and long-term vision are nothing new to our Vice-Captain. The World Cupwinning Australian Diamond loves to meet a challenge head on, and the next generation Swifts symbolise just that – with plenty excitement and raw talent thrown in too. Today’s game against Collingwood Magpies Netball Club represents a homecoming of sorts for the Swifts. It’s the Club’s first home game of 2017 in their spiritual home, Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre, and a big new rival to meet head on.
“It’s always special when you can interact with your home fans and get them behind you as they really do give you a lift when you need it most,” she says. “It’s a great opportunity for the new players we have this year to get to know our amazing fans and members who have stuck with us and I know they can’t wait to embrace the Red Family.” The Magpies bring with them one of the most experienced and renowned squads in the Super Netball competition, and for Hadley the best opportunity for the Swifts to really test themselves against the best.
“Every game is tough – this new competition has shown that already, but coming up against a team the calibre of the Magpies will be a real indicator about where we are at. We have shown real glimpses of quality netball and now it is about getting more consistent.” Hadley acknowledges there have been some tough lessons learnt, but it’s all good education and, as the Swifts motto goes, from adversity comes great people. “Every game feels like a Grand Final at the moment because there are so many great teams in the new competition and the standard is so high.
“I stayed in the Red Dress because I believe in the Swifts culture. I believe rocky times bring about good people and I don’t just want to work hard “I stayed in the Red Dress because I believe in the to be one of world’s Swifts culture... I don’t just want to work hard to be one best netballers, but to be the best of world’s best netballers, but to be the best version version of myself of myself too.” too.”
“We haven’t played a home game at the Sports Centre yet this year with our amazing Swifts Family behind us, so I cannot wait and get out there in front of the Red Army and show them what this team can do,” she says.
While players like Hadley and Captain Abbey McCulloch know well what to expect from a pumped-up Swifts support in a cauldronlike Sports Centre, the experience will be a new one for many of the Club’s new roster. This, however, is just another opportunity for them to shine and one Hadley knows the
“When I re-signed with the Swifts for 2017, Rob told me about his vision for the Club. I knew we wouldn’t be an overnight success but I really respect and believe in Rob’s vision; with the talent we have I know something special is coming. “It will be nice to catch up with friends in the Magpies side, but what I am really looking forward to is seeing how our squad matches up against some of the best players in the league.
And that’s music to the ears of Swifts Fans everywhere.
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It’s on days like this that Hadley loves what she does more than ever.
next generation are ready to grab with both hands.
NEWS PICK THE TRUTH Ever wondered how well your NSW Swifts know each other? Well in 2017 we put them to the test with Pick the Truth! We pit two individuals up against each other to determine what is a lie and what is a truth. Two lies, one truth…can you pick the REAL story? Head to nswswifts.com.au to check out which Swifts have been put to the test so far…
HAPPY 50TH MAD-DOG She’s relatively new to the Swifts Family, but midcourter Maddy Proud (aka Mad Dog) is set to celebrate a personal milestone at today’s game. Should Rob Wright give her the nod to take the court, Maddy will make her 50th elite game appearance – amazing! Maddy has been playing top-level netball since 2011 when she was the youngest player in trans-Tasman Netball League history…until good friend and former teammate Cody Lange took that mantle from her later! Congratulations on an exciting career so far Maddy – we look forward to seeing more excellence in the Red Dress.
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SWIFTS INSIDER Catch up on the previous Swifts Insider Game Day Magazines by visiting our website! Whether it’s checking what Amy Sommerville has been cooking up in Swift in the Kitchen, or what Captain Abbey McCulloch has to say to the doubters; our Insider Magazines are chock-a-block with awesome content.
NSW Swifts v Adelaide Suncorp Super Netball Thunderbirds Saturday 25 February, - Round 2 2017 Volume 10, Issue 1
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ARE YOU A NISSAN TOP SHOT? As proud supporter of Suncorp Super Netball, Nissan has launched the Nissan Top Shot – a 12week competition where participants simply share their best netball plays for a chance to WIN! By entering, you go into the draw for a shot at $25,000 for you AND $25,000 for your Club or Association. For more information on Nissan Top Shot visit Nissan.com.au/NissanTopShot
GET SWIFT-IFIED WITH C2C SPORT Our friends at C2C Sport have everything you need to help get in the NSW Swifts spirit at Game Day! From official shirts to singlets, socks to caps – our official merchandise partners have something for every Swifts Fan.
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If you didn’t get the chance to check out the C2C Sport Merchandise Stall at today’s game, you can visit again next week or check them out online at c2csport.com – they even offer delivery or game day pick-up for extra convenience!
MATCH CENTRE
Magpie Netball April Brandley GK/GD/WD
Ash Brazill
Shae Brown
Cody Lange
Sharni Layton
Madi Robinson
Alice TeagueNeeld
Caitlin Twaites
Micaela Wilson
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Kim Ravaillion C/WD/WA
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WRIGHT’S ONE TO WATCH
Looking at the line-up, there’s clearly a number of players that you could identify as game changers. But for me it’s not necessarily a player, but a key combination that will be One to Watch this week. Ash Brazill has been in red-hot form of late, and when she is she allows Sharni Layton to really get involved in the game. Therefore it’s key to disrupt that connection. When Braz is doing her job she helps create a bottleneck in the opposition attacking line by slowing up play and keeping her opponents off the circle edge. That allows Sharni to see the play coming at her earlier which – you guessed it – gives her the opportunity to go hunting for the intercept. Therefore it’s important we use our speed to get into the circle to deny Magpies’ defenders to set-up. We need to ensure that we treasure possession and be patient, allowing our shooters to open up the circle to receive the feed.
2017 SEASON DRAW ROUND 1 | SAT 18 FEB
ROUND 2 | SAT 25 FEB
5:00PM | SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK SPORTS CENTRE
5:00PM | QUDOS BANK ARENA (DOUBLE HEADER)
GIANTS Netball ROUND 4 | FRI 10 MAR
ROUND 5 | FRI 17 MAR
8:30PM | BRISBANE CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTRE
9:30PM | HBF STADIUM
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Adelaide Thunderbirds
ROUND 3 | SAT 4 MAR
Melbourne Vixens 8:45PM | HISENSE ARENA
ROUND 6 | SUN 26 MAR
West Coast Fever
Magpies Netball
ROUND 7 | SAT 1 APR
ROUND 8 | SUN 9 APR
ROUND 9 | SUN 23 APR
7:00PM | SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK SPORTS CENTRE
1:00PM | SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK SPORTS CENTRE
3:00PM | QUDOS BANK ARENA (DOUBLE HEADER)
GIANTS Netball
Sunshine Coast Lightning Melbourne Vixens
ROUND 10 | SAT 29 APR
ROUND 11 | FRI 5 MAY
8:45PM | TITANIUM ARENA
7:30PM | SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK SPORTS CENTRE
Adelaide Thunderbirds
1:00PM | SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK SPORTS CENTRE
West Coast Fever
ROUND 13 | SAT 20 MAY
ROUND 14 | SAT 27 MAY
7:00PM | UNIVERSITY OF SUNSHINE COAST
5:00PM | QUDOS BANK ARENA (DOUBLE HEADER)
Sunshine Coast Lightning QLD Firebirds
ROUND 12 | SAT 13 MAY
Magpies Netball 7:00PM | HISENSE ARENA
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Date of Birth: 26 Aug 1992 Height: 173cm Position/Role: C/WA/WD Caps: 60
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Sarah Klau
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Claire O’Brien
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Date of Birth: 11 Mar 1997 Height: 172cm Position/Role: WA/C Caps: 1
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Date of Birth: 17 Dec 1995 Height: 183cm Position/Role: GD/WD Caps: 22
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SWIFT WITH EMMA TICKNER
CHIA CRUSTED SALMON 15 mins | Seafood | Makes 4
Ingredients
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1. Sprinkle chia seeds onto a plate. Press one side of each
Chia Seeds
salmon fillet into the seeds.
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4 x 150g skinless salmon fillets
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of the coconut oil in a large non-stick
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1/4 cup (50g) Bioglan Organic
frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook the salmon, chia
Coconut Oil
side down, for 1-2 minutes or until golden. Turn and cook for a further 2 minutes. 3. Rest the salmon on paper towel, chia side up whilst preparing a side. 4. Serve with your choice of a healthy side & Enjoy!
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1/4 cup (40g) Bioglan Organic
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E V A H U O Y E O M D A G YOUPRLANNED? DAYS ROUND 7 – RETRO ROUND Fluoro tights, leg warmers and WHAM – you are right on time, right right…righttt on time for RETRO ROUND. Members and fans select the RETRO Round playlist and can win totally RADICAL prizes. Get spotted in your Retro gear and you could be dancing your disco shoes home with SWIFTS GIFTS! ROUND 8 – OFFICIAL CHARITY ROUND It’s our official Crazy Hair & Sock game so don your craziest outfits for our annual Charity Round at Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre, supporting NSW Swifts charity partner – The Kids Cancer Project. Get papped by our FASHION POLICE and you could be headed home with some fabulous prizes. ROUND 9 – CONFIDENT GIRLS ROUND Suncorp Super Netball will celebrate Netball Australia’s charity CONFIDENT GIRLS in Round 9, and Members and Fans are invited to support the sport’s national foundation aimed at providing 5,000 marginalised girls with a chance to play netball. More importantly, the chance to have fun, make friends and be healthy, confident, and resilient.
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ROUND 11 – THANK YOU ROUND With National Volunteer Week just around the corner, Round 11 provides our NSW Swifts Club and players with the perfect time to say THANK YOU to all our amazing volunteers #SwiftsThankYou
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ROUND 14 – SUPER HERO ROUND We’ve saved the biggest to last...Get your capes out and dust off those Wonder Woman head pieces for our SUPER HERO Round to close the regular season at Qudos Bank Arena. Best dressed awards are on offer, so get planning those outfits! We know that you and your mates will know what to wear on this BLOCKBUSTER Double Header event.
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