With Paulton Netball’s Spears still chasing a slim hope of promotion, they travelled to Taunton determined to gain the win.
The game started well, with Spears’ solid defensive players of Kim, Amy and Kelly turning over multiple passes. Blackdown faltered and failed to gain any momentum. Spears closed the quarter with the lead, 7–4.
The second quarter saw Shelley on at WA, making an immediate impact with added pace and linking well with Ruby at C. Blackdown struggled to contain Spears’ momentum as they remained in the lead, 15–10. Spears brought Liz back on at WA with Shelley moving to C for the third quarter. The ball was repeatedly turned over and sent to the Spears shooters. The close of the quarter saw Spears lead further, 25–15.
The final quarter brought Ruby back on at C, with fresh pace and enthusiasm. Working well as a unit, the Spears attack continued to build on the winning score line with Helen and Milly sinking repeated goals. Spears romped home victorious, 35–23.