Lions announce 2025 A Grade squad

The Seymour Football Netball Club (SFNC) has announced its A Grade netball squad for the 2025 Goulburn Valley League (GVL) season.


The Lions will be looking to once again challenge the best teams in September after being defeated by Echuca in an Elimination Final last year.


In a massive boost for the Lions, star netballer Casey Adamson has been appointed playing Head Coach. Adamson, previously a professional netballer, will draw on her extensive experience which includes stints at the Collingwood Magpies in the Netball Super League and Boroondara Express in the Victorian Netball League.


Adamson is looking forward to the return of netball on April 5 and her new coaching role.


“We’ve got a great squad once again this season and we’re all eager for Round 1 to come around,” Ms Adamson said.


“Last year was a bit disappointing, going out in an Elimination Final and I know the girls are eager to push deeper into finals this year.


“I’m excited to step up into the Head Coach role and think I’ve got plenty to give to our entire netball department, from A Grade down to Under 15s.


“Ellie Fuhrmeister has done a fantastic job over the past few seasons and it’s all about building on her work and seeing how far we can go this year.”


The A Grade squad remains largely unchanged from last season, with Adamson returning from injury and Lucy Zotti making the step up as a full-time A Grade player.


“Personally, I’m so excited to get back on the court with a very strong squad,” Ms Adamson said.


“We’ve got fantastic players right across the court and amazing depth through our grades once again.


“Lucy Zotti has been a consistent performer for a long time, no matter where she’s played, and her inclusion in the A Grade squad is a testament to the hard work she’s put in.


“We kick off away in Round 1, but we can’t wait to return to Kings Park in Round 2 and take on the Swans at home.”



2025 A Grade Squad

Casey Adamson (Coach)

Olivia Barry

Ally Black

Bridie Cantwell

Ellie Fuhrmeister

Ruby Martin

Rosie O’Sullivan

Sarah Szczykulski

Lucy Zotti

Seymour FNC News

Round 4 Football Reports

By Mitch Itter • April 26, 2025
Janelle Puppa Real Estate UNDER 18s Seymour 2.7.19 def by Euroa 11.9.75 Best: A Nash, C Baumann, L Donnelly, Z Brown, P Dixon Goals: A Munro 1, R Powell 1 O'Keefe's IGA Seymour Reserves Seymour 14.14.98 def Euroa 0.5.5 The Lions made light work of Euroa, keeping them goalless for the entire game and dominating from the outset. Jack Radford continued his fantastic start to his career at The Den with a six goal haul, while Will Le Deux made an impressive start to the season in a best on ground performance. Curtis Powell, Nic Davey and Thomas Wardley rounded out the best, just some of the great young Lions coming through the ranks. Best: W Le Deux, C Powell, J Radford, N Davey, T Wardley Goals: J Radford 6, W Le Deux 2, J Badger 1, J Davey 1, N Davey 1, C Murray 1, D Saunders 1, T Thomas 1 Seymour Club Seniors Seymour 16.11.107 def Euroa 8.11.59 The Lions put on a dominant performance to get their first win of the season, keeping Euroa goalless for the best part of three quarters. From the first bounce the result was never in doubt as the Lions dominated the play and through strong pressure created plenty of Euroa turnovers. Cam Osmond kicked his first senior goal for the club early and certainly didn’t look out of place, booting three for the day, with Nathan Fowler and Tom Jeffrey also lively up forward. Jack Murphy put in a best on ground performance with four goals to go with plenty of possessions around the ground. Jesse Brock played his best game for the Lions, completely outclassing his opponent and patrolling the ground with great presence. Nathan Beattie put in a trademark performance, with Darcy Giles providing a spark around the ground and James Wooster building strongly after a delayed start to the season. While Euroa won the last term, the game was over early with the Lions taking bragging rights in the ANZAC round fixture. A great team effort from all. Best: J Murphy, J Brock, D Giles, N Beattie, J Wooster Goals: J Murphy 4, C Osmond 3, N Fowler 3, T Jeffrey 2, M McLean 1, L Lubeck 1, L Giles 1, S House 1

Round 4 Netball Reports

April 26, 2025
Australian Trenching & Excavations UNDER 15s Seymour 23 def by Euroa 48 It was a tough start to the day for the Lions with Euroa beginning strongly with their defensive pressure creating errors. Our defenders Eden Webster and Isabel Meller worked hard for little reward as Euroa were accurate in the circle. Eva Hay, Georgia Hadisutanto, Sienna Lynch and Matilda Barry all worked hard with strong leads. Charlotte Bradley did an amazing job, holding her head high and showing persistence throughout the game. Inari Sushi Award: Charlotte Bradley Trawool Shed - Cafe, Cottages & Restaurant UNDER 17s Seymour 50 def Euroa 32 The Lions got back on the winner’s list with an 18 goal victory over Euroa. Sophie’s consistency in the goal circle was outstanding, shooting beautifully and taking some crucial rebounds. Paige Cooper’s defensive pressure yet again was amazing. Paige took control of the centre circle and provided the team with lots of turnovers. Sienna Porter came back from a week off and created great space, chasing every loose ball in the attacking end and creating great turnovers. The 17s worked beautifully together and pulled off a team defence, full court zone through Euroa’s transition. The girls should be very proud of their performance. O’Sullivan Builders Award: Sophie Butterworth O’SULLIVAN BUILDERS B RESERVE Seymour 46 def Euroa 43 The Lions continued their unbeaten run with a three goal win over Euroa. It was a team effort across the first quarter with the Lions showing great intensity. Defensive pressure from the girls created turnovers and rebounds, to go with some fantastic long court connections. It was a solid mid court game by both teams with Casey Drummond and Grace Barry in great contests with their opponents. Welcome back game for Liv Pearce, bringing accurate goaling and combining well with Shona to push the lead at half time. Chloe Locke stabilized the defensive circle with Sarah Waite and Ruby Trimble getting their hands to balls in an even final term. Rooks Pizza Award: Sarah Waite Seymour Hardware Group B GRADE Seymour 55 def Euroa 45 Defensive pressure from the Lions created early turnovers in a 21 goal first term. Precision passing by into goals by Andrea McKenzie rewarded by both shooters giving the Lions an 11 goal lead at quarter time. Euroa’s defensive play dominated the second quarter as the Lions made some changes. Euroa reduced the margin to just 2 goals at half time. The Lions were composed in the 3 rd with some great passages of play and connections the length of the court to extend the three quarter time lead out to nine goals. Courtney Aldous showed her experience and settled the defensive end when under pressure. A strong finish from the girls saw them pick up a 10 goal win in a great team effort. Whistle Award: Courtney Aldous Beer Auto Group Seymour A GRADE Seymour 48 def by Euroa 69 Euroa started the game with quick ball movement and accurate goaling to take the lead by seven goals at the first break. The Lions kept fighting the entire game with the last quarter proving to be their best. Ruby Martin, Toni Bootland and Olivia Barry were standouts across the match.

Round 3 Netball Reports

April 19, 2025
Australian Trenching & Excavations UNDER 15s Seymour 21 def by Mansfield 41 It was a bright and early start for the Lions in Mansfield who worked tirelessly but came up short in the end. The pressure in defence stepped up, creating many turnovers but the Lions were unable to fully capitalise on these. Isabel Meller and Eden Webster were both strong in defense despite the very accurate Mansfield goalers providing little opportunity for rebounds. Charlotte Bradley was accurate at the other end of the court, creating space in the goal ring. The girls are continuing to improve their skills and gel as a team each week. Whistle Award: Isabel Meller Trawool Shed - Cafe, Cottages & Restaurant UNDER 17s Seymour 31 def by Mansfield 45 The Lions couldn’t get the win after a fantastic performance last week. Paige Cooper’s defence in the circle was outstanding, creating many turnovers and taking some amazing rebounds to give the team lots of opportunities to score. Sophie Butterworth created great space in the ring and took some beautiful shots. Ella Zotti worked tirelessly all day in the middle of the court creating great pressure. The 17s girls kept their heads up in this tough game and will be back next week to try and get the W! O’Sullivan Builders Award: Paige Cooper O’SULLIVAN BUILDERS B RESERVE Seymour 63 def Mansfield 12 The Lions got off to a confident start with the whole team firing, piling on 20 goals in the first quarter while keeping Mansfield to a solitary goal. Ruby Trimble was everywhere and crucial to many goals, giving the team plenty of scoring opportunities. Mia Allen and Shona Gesler were reliable as always, shooting accurately. A great team effort and a great win. Inari Sushi Award: Shona Gesler Seymour Hardware Group B GRADE Seymour 76 def Mansfield 15 It was a great team effort by all the girls in what was a flawless win. Our team showed great spirit and determination throughout. Toni Bootland was instrumental with lots of turnovers in a best on court performance. It was a consistent four quarter effort with a nice start to the game as Chloe Butterworth and Ashlyn Webster started strongly. Rooks Pizza Award: Toni Bootland Beer Auto Group Seymour A GRADE Seymour 73 def Mansfield 25 The game started out with quick footwork and great ball movement from Seymour, adding on eleven goals for the quarter. The Lions saw two Under 17s step into the game with Taylah Mason and Ella Zotti making great connections through the mid court. Ally Black was a standout with accuracy in the goal circle and feeds into Ellie Fuhrmeister. A really consistent game from the Lions with various combinations. The last quarter was brilliant with 21 goals scored.
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