Thrilling Round 15 battles wrap up

The MTC Namibia Netball Premier League continued to produce exciting action over the weekend as Round 15 delivered closely contested encounters, standout individual performances and crucial victories in the race for league honours.

One of the most dramatic matches of the round saw NamPol NC edge Extreme Eagles NC 42-41 in a nail-biting contest that went down to the wire. With both teams matching each other throughout the game, it was NamPol who held their composure in the closing stages to secure a valuable one-goal victory.

Danzen Cbete was named Player of the Match after an outstanding display that helped steer her side to victory in one of the most competitive fixtures of the weekend.

Unam Ogongo NC also collected maximum points after defeating Eastern Chiefs NC 43-38 in another hard-fought encounter. Despite strong resistance from Eastern Chiefs, Unam Ogongo maintained their momentum and produced a disciplined performance to claim the win.

Leading the charge for Unam Ogongo was Grace Matyayi, whose impressive display earned her the Player of the Match award. Her influence at both ends of the court proved crucial as her team secured an important result.

Speaking after the match, Matyayi expressed satisfaction with her performance while emphasising her desire to continue improving.

“I had an excellent match, and I am happy to have contributed to the team’s victory. I hope to continue improving my game and helping the team achieve its goals as the season progresses,” she said.

Elsewhere, Okamwandi NC produced a commanding performance to defeat Smart Girls NC 50-41. The victory was built on a strong attacking display and effective teamwork throughout the match.

Hertha Shihepo emerged as the standout performer for Okamwandi and was deservedly named Player of the Match after playing a key role in her side’s nine-goal triumph.

As the season enters a crucial phase, every point is becoming increasingly important with teams battling for top positions on the standings. The latest round once again highlighted the growing competitiveness of the league, with players continuing to raise the standard of netball across the country.

With several rounds still remaining, supporters can expect more thrilling contests as teams intensify their push for silverware and favourable league positions. -lmupetami@nepc.com.na

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