Hannah Veerhuis wins Henty netball best and fairest in debut season at 15
The 15-year-old claimed Henty's top honour in her first senior netball season after moving from Sydney.
Hannah Veerhuis relocated from Sydney to Wagga this year and suited up for Henty's A-grade netball side. In her debut senior season, she won the Swampies' best and fairest award, the youngest member of the team to do so.
The teenager said she did not expect the honour and felt privileged among so many strong players. Caitlin Klemke, her cousin, played alongside her this season.
Coach Brigetta Singe taught Veerhuis new defensive skills as a shooter, and experienced O and M player Hollie Kinning offered crucial support. Veerhuis said she had to adjust to the physicality of A-grade netball and stronger opponents.
- 15 years old
- Player age
- Sydney to Wagga
- Relocated from
- Brigetta Singe
- Coach
- Henty Swampies
- Team
Why it mattersYoung players reaching elite local sport level shows the pathway from junior to A-grade works, and builds the talent pipeline.
AustraliaGrassroots netball in regional Australia continues to produce talented young players who thrive at senior level.
