IT has been a busy year for Gloucester Netball with facility upgrades and success at the representative level.

In 2024 the club upgraded its lights and toilet facilities, made possible via grant funding received from the NSW Government’s Female Friendly Community Sport Facilities and Lighting Upgrades program.

“The new LED lighting is used for the mixed twilight competition on a Wednesday evening,” said Gloucester Netball’s Robyn Beggs.

“The upgrade to the facilities is being enjoyed by all players and spectators, as well as other clubs… including athletics.

“The addition of a mirror in the ladies’ toilets has been very well received.”

Two Gloucester Netball representative teams attended NSW State Titles in 2024.

“This is the first time in the club’s history with a 13 years team and a 17 years team,” Robyn said.

“The club wishes to thank our generous sponsors for your support in assisting with getting the players kitted out in new uniforms and to cover the cost of equipment hire during the carnivals.

“The players were challenged to get out of their comfort zone and improve their skills and level of play.

“The club congratulates all players on their sportsmanship during the carnivals.

“We often received feedback after a game commending the players’ behaviour on the court.”

In August a number of teams participated in all-age carnivals at Taree and Port Macquarie.

“We had five teams represent Gloucester in Port Macquarie, including an opens team, which was awesome,” Robyn said.

“The Opens and 16 years teams won their division at Port Macquarie and the 12s and 14s runners up at Taree.”