Indoor Open Grade Premier 2026: 18 June Week 9

 

Premier Netball Report for 18 June 2026

By Judy Macdonald

Lodge Hamilton City Netball Centre Indoor Premier Results

 

Premier Week 9

University of Waikato Premier 36 vs Turangawaewae Premier 55

Lodge Rangers Premier Reserve 61 vs FTNC Premier Reserve 43

FTNC Premier 59 vs HGHS Langman 33

Lodge Rangers Premier 64 vs University of Waikato Premier Reserve 48

St Peter’s Premier 41 vs Allied HOB Premier 35

Northern United Sports Club Mamba 46 vs Te Awamutu Senior Premier 42

HGHS OG Premier 31 vs Ngā Taiātea Wharekura Premier 55

 

Game played on 17 June 2026

St Paul’s Collegiate Premier 27 vs Waikato Diocesan for Girls Premier 35

 

Premier A

The closest game was that between Lodge Rangers Premier and University of Waikato Premier Reserves. At end of first quarter Rangers Premier led by 15 goals to 14 but at half time they had increased their lead to be ahead by 33 goals to 24. By end of third quarter, they led by 49 goals to 38 and they finished strongly to win the game 64 goals to 48. For University Premier Reserves their defensive pressure from all players shut down the Rangers driving lines, forcing them into lateral passes. Sophia Scaramuzza at wing defence clamped down on her opposition, shadowing every move, using agile footwork and a physical 45-degree angle to force the play wide setting herself up for multiple clean intercepts throughout the entire game. Underneath the goal ring, Rachel Elliot at goal shoot pulled in lobs and controlled the shooting circle with composure. University Premier Reserves demonstrated physicality and speed along with strong circle edge drives throughout. For Rangers Premier it was a tight contest particularly the first quarter. As the game progressed the defensive pressure lifted and created more opportunities for attack to settle and work the ball through the court. Some uncharacteristic turnovers prevented the score line from extending further it was a solid team effort and strong result in the end.

Lodge Rangers Premier Reserve and FTNC Premier Reserve had a competitive game with the score being 25 goals to 19 at half time to the Rangers Premier Reserve and the fulltime score was 61 goals to 43. The damage was done in the third quarter where Rangers Premier Reserve dominated.

Abbey Bracey at C for Lodge Rangers Premier Reserve

Turangawaewae Premier came back from a loss last week to have win against University of Waikato Premier. They led from start to finish. At half time, the score was 29 goals to 17 and at fulltime the score was 55 goals to 36. University Premier finished strong in the final quarter but all a little too late.

Kaziah Riley Rata at WA for University of Waikato Premier

 

FTNC Premier were dominant in their game against HGHS Langman. At half time they led by 32 goals to 16 with a big second quarter and they won the game 59 goals to 33 with a another big final quarter.

Hannah Ngawhika at GS for FTNC Premier being defended by Mia Christensen at GD for HGHS Langman

Premier B

Northern United Sports Club Mamba and Te Awamutu College Senior Premier had a highly contestable game. At end of first quarter the score was 15 goals to 8 to Te Awamutu but by half time the score was 22 goals to 21. Mamba were then strong across the next two quarters leading by 34 goals to 31 at third quarter and winning the game by 46 goals to 42. For Mamba it was not a great start being down after the first quarter. A few positional changes made all the difference a decision made by Nat Shaw as Manager. With Nat at goal defence and Pania Monk at goal keep, they formed a defensive combination that shut down the opposition shooters, and they picked up numerous intercepts along with some valuable defensive rebounds. The attacking end also found their rhythm and were able to feed the shooters effectively. Te Awamutu College produced one of their strongest starts of the season with Rylee Poa Dampney at wing attack delivering an efficient and effective performance to help her side establish early momentum. Supported by a determined team effort, Te Awamutu College focused on playing their own game and were rewarded with a lead at the first break. What followed was an exciting contest, with play flowing end-to-end for much of the match. Mumba gradually worked their way back into the game to narrow the margin. Despite showing resilience and commitment to working together as a unit, Mumba edged ahead in the closing stages to secure the win. Despite this outcome, the game showcased the team's growth, teamwork, and ability to compete strongly against quality opposition.

Rylee Poa Dampney at WA for Te Awamutu College Premier

St Peter’s Premier and Allied HOB Premier also had a great game with St Peter’s leading 7 goals to 6 at end of first quarter. At half time however the game was drawn at 16 all. Then in the third quarter St Peter’s crept ahead to lead by 28 goals to 24 and the final quarter was again close. The final score was 41 goals to 35. For St Peter’s it was a strong team effort against Allied HOB. The team connected in all areas of court and stayed composed and calm regardless of the scoreline. With a reduced squad due to illness and injury, the players all needed to step up and do their job which they did. A gutsy effort to play one of their strongest games of the season. For Allied HOB it was a good tight tussle between the two teams. The injection of new combination of Raechelle Kemara and Te Moana Moetu in the defence circle provided plenty of deflections and gains for the team.

Unfortunately, with several injuries arising from the game Allied HOB were unable to take the win from a solid St Peter's team. 

 

Ngā Taiātea Wharekura were too strong for HGHS OG Premier with them leading by 25 goals to 14 at half time and winning the game 55 goals to 31.

 

Waikato Diocesan for Girls Premier and St Paul’s Collegiate Premier played on the Wednesday night, and this was a game of two halves. St Paul’s led by 17 goals to 15 winning the first half but Waikato Diocesan came back in the second half to win by 35 goals to 27.