COFFS Harbour Suns Under 18s Girls team have done the Coffs Coast proud by finishing runners up in a state-wide representative basketball competition.

The Suns side finished runners up at the Basketball NSW Junior Premier League Finals in Penrith.

The Suns team progressed to the semi-finals after wins in their pool against the Queanbeyan Roadrunners and Hills Hornets.

They clinched a grand final berth after winning a 65-64 thriller against the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in their semi-final.

Alexis Plater top scored for the Suns with 24 points.

The Suns went down 104-82 in the grand final against Norths Bears.

Coffs Harbour Basketball Association praised the performance of the Suns girls in Penrith.

“Massive effort from everyone involved in the team, playing in the top league in NSW is a huge commitment and the girls had a wonderful year and should be proud!” a spokesperson for the Association said.

“Congratulations to the players, coach Andrew Williams, manager Amy Martin and to the parents and supporters. “What a fabulous season you have all had!”

By Aiden BURGESS