The BFNL has taken an exciting step forward in its junior pathway development, officially unveiling its inaugural 15 & Under representative netball squad.
The introduction of a 15 & Under representative team marks a significant milestone for the league, providing emerging netballers from across the region with the opportunity to showcase their talent on a representative stage while further developing their skills in a high-performance environment.
With 44 players from all BFNL clubs trialling across two sessions, the squad highlights the depth of young talent within the competition.
An initial training squad of 14, which includes 3 training partners has been selected, with the selected 12 squad players to represent the BFNL at a schedule that includes our Interleague clash against the Ovens & Murray FNL on Saturday 23 May at the QEO.
2026 BFNL 15 & Under Representative Netball Squad
(Listed A-Z by first name)
- Alana Borchard – Sandhurst
- Ava Hope – Golden Square
- Elle Gilchrist – Sandhurst
- Ellie Macumber – Sandhurst
- Evie Gretgrix – Sandhurst
- Harper Gordon – Sandhurst
- Maddison Ryan – Golden Square
- Mia Smith – South Bendigo
- Piper Fynch – Castlemaine
- Regan Hay – Golden Square
- Sienna Raco – Sandhurst
Training Partners
- Alicia Crowley - Sandhurst
- Lily McKee – South Bendigo
- Ruby Kelly - Sandhurst
Leading the program is head coach Steph Freemantle, who will guide the group through its inaugural campaign. Freemantle brings a strong understanding of the local netball landscape and is passionate about creating a positive and challenging environment for the region’s emerging athletes.
The selected squad will take part in a structured program, including training sessions, local tournaments, Region Association Championships, and Interleague under Freemantle’s guidance.
Beyond the court, the program also aims to foster connections between players from different clubs, strengthening the overall netball community within the BFNL.
The BFNL has a proud history of developing talent, and the addition of the 15 & Under representative netball team further reinforces its commitment to the future of the game at a grassroots level.
For those selected, the opportunity to wear the BFNL colours for the first time is a moment to be celebrated — and one that signals the beginning of an exciting new chapter for representative netball in the league.
