Indoor Open Grade Premier 2026: 30th April Week 2

Premier Netball Report for 30 April 2026

 By Judy Macdonald

Matilda Lakokperitanla at GS for HGHS Langman being defended by Hannah Bree at GK  for UOW Premier Reserve

Lodge Hamilton City Netball Centre Indoor Premier Results

 

Premier Week 2

FTNC Premier 46 vs Lodge Rangers Premier Reserve 39

Lodge Rangers Premier 48 vs University of Waikato Premier 37

Allied HOB Premier 43 vs FTNC Premier Reserve 47

University of Waikato Premier Reserves 36 vs HGHS Langman 44

St Peter’s Premier 41 vs Waikato Diocesan for Girls Premier 22

HGHS Old Girls Premier 26 vs Turangawaewae Premier 56

Northern United Sports Club Mamba 45 vs Te Awamutu Senior Premier 30

St Paul’s Collegiate Premier 30 vs Ngā Taiātea Wharekura Premier 40

 

Premier A

The closest game was between Allied HOB Premier and FTNC Premier Reserve. Allied HOB had a goal lead at end of first quarter and led by 23 goals to 20 at half time. FTNC Premier Reserve then narrowed the score to be within one goal at end of third quarter and finished strongly to take the game 47 goals to 43. For FTNC Premier Reserve they had some new combinations, injuries, and illness so were happy to come away with the win. Chelcie Rowe at wing defence hustled and drove strong to be an option on attack while the in-circle defense of Anna Stevenson, Aimee Smythe and Claudia Fransen interchanged positions seamlessly. Simone Brandt at goal attack got some good shooting stats and her vertical elevation helped with rebounds and defense over the ball. Jorja Metcalfe at centre continues to show her strength in speed but also control of her pass.  With a new inexperienced Allied HOB Premier team this year, they came out strong with the shooting circle setting the tone early. Raechelle Kemara at goal attack and Te Moana Moetu at goal shoot led the charge with intensity and accuracy to start the game in what was a tightly contested one. Disappointed to let the opposition pull away in the final quarter however a lot to be proud of for the young team. 

FTNC Premier and Lodge Rangers Premier Reserve also had a close game with the first quarter drawn at 8 all. At half time FTNC Premier led by 20 goals to 17. Rangers Premier Reserve narrowed the gap to be one goal at end of third quarter only to see FTNC Premier pull ahead in the final quarter winning 46 goals to 39. For Rangers Premier Reserve they faced a physical battle from the opening whistle. The opposition’s relentless defensive pressure disrupted the team’s attacking rhythm. To spark a comeback, the lineup was adjusted with Seree Coombe moving to centre and Sam Falkner entered at wing attack. These changes immediately improved the flow, utilizing clean, straight-line play to narrow the gap heading into the final quarter. Despite the third-quarter surge, Rangers were unable to sustain the momentum. For FTNC it was a slow start followed by a consistent performance across the other three quarters.  

Simone Brandt at GA for FTNC Premier Reserve

University of Waikato Premier Reserves and HGHS Langman had a game of two halves with University Premier Reserves leading by a goal at end of first quarter and at half time led by 19 goals to 16. Then HGHS Langman won the third quarter to be ahead by eight goals and the final quarter was a draw. HGHS Langman took the win 44 goals to 36. HGHS Langman took some time to find their rhythm but a strong second quarter saw the side settle into the game and take control.

At halftime, four young debutants took the opportunity to get on the court and they made an impact. Young Mila Williams at wing defence and Angela Lakokiperitania at goal defence combined well in the defensive end alongside experienced defender Awarua Twidle, who were all outstanding in creating pressure and forcing turnovers. Newcomer Mia Christensen worked tirelessly in the shooting circle and impressed with some outstanding shooting accuracy and composure under pressure, helping HGHS build momentum through the middle stages of the game. The defensive intensity lifted again in the fourth quarter with Jamie Fell entering at goal defence adding further pressure through the court. The energetic HGHS side continued to grow in confidence as the game progressed, showing strong connections and determination across all areas of the court. University Premier Reserve had a slow start but did manage to be ahead at end of first quarter.  The second quarter was close with both teams fighting to stay in the game.  Unfortunately, the third was challenging and the team could not settle. The team did rally and win the final quarter. With a largely new look team, they are showing growth, connections and game understanding.

Mila Williams at WD for HGHS Langman being defended mid court by Sophia Scaramuzza from UOW Premier Reserve

 

Lodge Rangers Premier and University of Waikato Premier was a fast paced game. At half time Rangers Premier led by 26 goals to 19. Rangers Premier strengthened their lead in the third quarter with the final quarter a draw. The fulltime score was 48 goals to 37.

 

Premier B

St Paul’s Collegiate Premier and Ngā Taiātea Wharekura Premier had a competitive game. At end of first quarter Ngā Taiātea Wharekura Premier lead by four goals and at half time they led by 21 goals to 15. At third quarter they led by eight goals, and they won the game 40 goals to 30.

 

Northern United Sports Club Mamba and Te Awamutu Senior Premier had a great game. AT half time Mamba led by 22 goals to 19 and they were more dominant in the second half winning the game 45 goals to 30.

 

St Peter’s Premier were too good for Waikato Diocesan for Girls Premier. At half time they led by 26 goals to 9 and the fulltime score was 41 goals to 22.

Isla Finlay at GS for Waikato Diocesan for Girls being defended by Gloryah Quaranivalu at GK for St Peter's Premier

Simiarly Turangawaewae Premier were too good for HGHS Old Girls Premier with the half time score being 31 goals to 9. The fulltime score was 56 goals to 26 but HGHS OG did win the final quarter.

Kharli McMilliam at GA for HGHS Old Girls Premier