Loyal, talented and long-term netballer Tayla Durham played her 200th game for the Kyneton club on Saturday, with plaudits from all quarters.
The celebration had been delayed and finally cancelled from the 2021 season, and fellow netballers and supporters finally saw Tayla run through the ‘200’ banner and receive her awards.
An exquisite goaler for the Tigers, Tayla was praised for her longevity and positive attitude towards teammates and opponents alike.
While Kyneton’s A Reserve side went down 61-23 to Gisborne, it was a day Tayla will always remember.
It was a tough day for the five Kyneton netball teams as they battled hard against formidable opposition.
“Our aims for the season are to have all five teams make finals, and hopefully take home five flags,” Gisborne head coach Tarryn Rymer said in the pre-season lead-up.
Saturday’s showing indicates the Bulldogs can be very competitive against much stronger opposition, while the Tigers have the opportunity to improve considerably as the season progresses.
Overall scores were Gisborne defeated Kyneton 81-18 (17&U), 75-18 (B Reserve), 68-23 (B), 61-23 (A Reserve) and 65-31 (A).
The Major Toms awards across the five grades for Kyneton players went to Emma McCalman, Keanah Gray, Claire Jungler, Lauren Girvan and Jess Mangan.
