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“She has been an important part of our foundation, and we are extremely proud of everything she has achieved during her time with us.<\/p>\n
“From our family here at Western Warriors, we wish you all the very best, Simona.<\/p>\n
“Thank you for your contribution, we cannot wait to watch your next chapter unfold.”<\/p>\n
The Warriors have elevated Kiara Boyd to their Championship team, after spending the last two seasons as an integral part of the 23-and-under lineup.<\/p>\n
A dual-code athlete, who also excels in football, Boyd represented Victoria’s 17-and-under netball team at last year’s national championships.<\/p>\n
Her move into the Championship ranks was announced late last week.<\/p>\n
“Kiara embodies the true Warriors’ values both on and off the court,” the club said.<\/p>\n
“Her work ethic, resilience, and determination and loyalty are qualities we are incredibly proud of.<\/p>\n
“At Western Warriors, we believe strongly in investing in our young athletes and supporting those who come through the Warriors Pathway.<\/p>\n
“Kiara is a shining example of what that pathway can produce.”<\/p>\n
The Championship team includes several BFNL talents, including Poppy Douglass (North Ballarat), Ruby Shannon, Eliza Gollant and Sarah Croft (Sunbury).<\/p>\n
The Warriors are scheduled to open their 2026 season against North East Blaze at the State Netball Centre on 11 March.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
ALREADY gone from BFNL netball powerhouse Sunbury for 2026, star midcourter Simona De Filippo is now gone from the region’s Victorian Netball League club. De Filippo, who became a dual Sally McLean Medal winner at the age of 21 when she won the second of her back-to-back league best and fairest awards in 2024, will […]<\/p>\n