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Blues end 2025 campaign on a high after lancing rivals

By Oliver Shedden

Aug 10, 2025

Emma Greaves and Picola United got one last scalp for the season over arch-rival Mathoura. Photos: Matthew Kappos Photo by Matthew Kappos

With neither Picola United nor Mathoura set to appear in the Picola District Netball League finals in 2025, only one could end its season on a high when the two faced each other in round 18.

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Played at Mathoura Recreation Reserve, it was a fitting way to end the season with one of the league's fiercest rivalries, with the Blues ultimately coming out on top.

Picola United got out to a hot start, nailing 13 goals in the first quarter and limiting the Timbercutters to four.

Cody Power was one of Picola United’s best. Photo by Matthew Kappos

Mathoura doubled its total in the second period, while the Blues created distance with a huge attacking effort, finding the net on 16 occasions.

In a quieter third term from Picola United (10) the Timbercutters improved in attack, putting six through with the deficit now 25 with a quarter to go.

Abbey Hamilton with the go-ahead pass. Photo by Matthew Kappos

Mathoura put in its best scoring quarter down the stretch, notching seven goals, but it was no where close to catching the Blues, particularly after a 13-goal final effort from the visitors.

The final score was 52-21.

Violet Thomas puts the shot up. Photo by Matthew Kappos

Sasha Daniel and Cody Power were named best-on-court for the Blues for their work in centre and goal shooter, respectively.

The victory was Picola United’s fourth, with the Blues finishing the season in 12th, while the Timbercutters won two games, finishing above winless Blighty in 14th.