Named: Top 30 Netball Qld State Titles performers

Twelve clubs fought it out for state glory at the finals of the Netball Queensland State Titles. HERE ARE THE TOP 30 PERFORMERS.

Twelve clubs fought it out for state glory at the Netball Queensland State Titles finals on Tuesday.

While the Tigers and Titans came away as winners for the day, livestreamed by News Corp’s KommunityTV, numerous players stood out as top performers across the day.

Here are the Gold Coast Bulletin’s top performers for the day.

U16

Aaliyah Sheppard, Tigers

Tigers’ wing attack Aaliyah Sheppard displayed some beautiful feeding and controlled the circle well with great timing on the ball.

Tigers player Aaliyah Sheppard, playing in the Netball QLD u16 Grand Final, Nissan Arena Nathan, on Tuesday 20th September 2022 - Photo Steve Pohlner

Charlize Ratu, Tigers

Wing defence Charlize Ratu displayed tight defence and was relentless with her pressure on her opponent to create confusion in the goal circle.

Holy Comyns, Tigers

Goal keeper Holy Comyns used her height well to turn over plenty of ball in the circle.

Tia Crombie, Tigers

The 195cm tall shooter was brilliant for the Tigers. She held well and allowed her feeders to relax knowing the ball was always safe in Crombie’s hands.

Tigers player Tia Crombie, playing in the Netball QLD u16 Grand Final, Nissan Arena Nathan, on Tuesday 20th September 2022 - Photo Steve Pohlner

Gemma Hutchings, Cougars

Goal defence Gemma Hutchings took flying intercepts throughout the game and was able to support the team in centre passes. She’s known her gaining a lot of possession and using her height well.

Sophie Wall, Thunder

Goal keeper Sophie Wall was capable of some great intercepts after an inspiring speech from her coach.

Jada Delaney, Thunder

Goal defence Jada Delaney was a great leader on court and was able to turn things around when needed for the Thunder.

Tia Molo, Cougars

Wing attack Tia Molo displayed great speed and fed the circle well.

Cougars player Tia Molo, playing in the Netball QLD u16 Grand Final, Nissan Arena Nathan, on Tuesday 20th September 2022 - Photo Steve Pohlner

Kydan Tuapou, Wildcats

Goal attack Kydan Tuapou possess excellent speed, making her almost unmatchable in the circle. She is a strong shooter but still fed to her goal shooter when needed.

Jorja Gisinger, Bond Uni

Goal attack Jorja Gisinger was a strong target in the circle for her team and was reliable under the post.

Fa’agase Tupuola-Palale, Bond Uni

Goal keeper Fa’agase Tupuola-Palale took some flying intercepts and was a strong rebounder.

Bronte Flook, Cougars

Centre Bronte Flook was great for the Cougars, controlling the circle and displaying great fitness.

Tigers player with the ball Sarah Joyce and Cougars player Bronte Flook, playing in the Netball QLD u16 Grand Final, Nissan Arena Nathan, on Tuesday 20th September 2022 - Photo Steve Pohlner

Olivia Mallard, Titans

Small but nimble centre Olivia Mallard fed well and possessed good patience with the ball.

Jasmine Gill, Thunder

Wing attack Jasmine Gill played smart and fed her shooters well.

Roxanne Rhind, Titans

Goal shooter Roxanne Rhind had a nervous start to her third place playoff game. but eventually shone when the game went into double extra time.

U18

Lucy Garufi, Bond

Dynamic goal attack Lucy Garufi was very reliable under the post and possessed great smart player. Garufi is not the tallest, but uses her mind wel to control the play.

Talitah Faifai, Titans

Goal attack Talitah Faifai was all class for the Titans. She is capable of playing a moving shooting role but can move into goal shooter seamlessly despite being only 176cm tall.

Talitah Faifai Titans player, playing in the Netball U18 grand final teams at the Nissan State Titles, on Tuesday 20th September 2022 - Photo Steve Pohlner

Jade Karadag, Titans

Goal keeper Jade Karadag had a tough task in the grand final coming up against Aussie squad shooter Elsa Sif Sandholt — a challenge she handled brilliantly. Karadag was able to place pressure on her opponents while remaining very clean and keeping penalties low.

Bayley d’Hotman de Villiers, Titans

Another play in a league of her own was Bayley d’Hotman de Villiers. The strong defender notched up several goal assists — a very rare feat for a goal defence.

Lillyana Rennie, Jets

Goal keeper Lillyana Rennie was simply dominant in the circle, challenging every ball that entered and coming away with lots of possession.

Kirsten-Lupe Tanielu, Jets

Jets goal attack Kirsten-Lupe Tanielu is a strong, Really athletic, strong gold and great use of her body under the post, can fix or feeds.

Elsa Sif Sandholt, Jets

Tall timber Elsa Sif Sandholt is always strong under the post and makes feeding easy. At 192cm tall is it an impressive feat that she can play goal attack as well.

Dakota Newson, Titans

Centre and wing attack Dakota Newson was a standout in her age group. Newson excels at hitting circle edge where can can control the play and confuse defenders.

Dakota Newson Titans player, playing in the Netball U18 grand final teams at the Nissan State Titles, on Tuesday 20th September 2022 - Photo Steve Pohlner

Sophie Couper, Claws

Wing defence Sophie Couper was quick on her feet and worked well to confuse the play before it entered the circle.

Esther Bourke, Claws

189cm tall shooter Esther Bourke was a great tall timber for the Claws. Bourke held her space well and was reliable under the post.

Jayden Molo, Cougars

Cougars centre Jayden Molo was strong for the Cougars in the midcourt. Her fitness and decision making skills are top quality.

Larika Malagaoma, Cougars

Goal shooter Larika Malagaoma is incredibly strong under the post, making her hard to move. She is a reliable shot.

Keisha Muckan, Thunder

Thunder goal keeper Keisha Muckan is a very nimble defender with great elevation. She is only 175cm tall but her athleticism allows her to match it with great holding shooters.

Jenessa Noble, Thunder

Goal attack Jenessa Noble is a dynamic, fit shooter who is able to chase the most wayward of balls and somehow manage to keep them in.