NEWBRIDGE is the first team to win its way into the LVFNL A-grade netball grand final after defeating Mitiamo on Saturday.
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The Maroons advanced to the premiership decider with a 45-37 victory at Calivil.
It was the second time the Maroons, under coach Carmen Shevlin, have defeated the Superoos in the three games played between the clubs this season.
They did it without their star Fiona Themann, who missed the game due to Victorian Netball League commitments.
Themann's Melbourne University Lightning defeated City West Falcons 53-52 in Saturday night's thrilling championship division grand final in Melbourne.
Themann will return for the Maroons' September 10 grand final appearance.
Newbridge will be chasing its first A-grade netball flag since 1968.
The Maroons were fast out of the blocks on Saturday, leading the Superoos 15-7 at quarter time.
Goal attack Jane King was on target early with nine goals in the opening term. She was well supported by goal shooter Tara Henkel, with six goals.
The Superoos fought back hard in the second quarter, narrowing the margin to five at half time, with Laura Hicks shooting seven goals for the quarter.
The Maroons were able to hold their nerve in a tight second half, with defender Amy Jackman and midcourter Rachel Pettifer both in solid form.
Mitiamo will need to overcome Calivil United in next weekend’s preliminary final if its is to challenge for premiership honours.
The Demons ended a brave YCW’s season after winning Sunday’s first-semi-final at Mitiamo 48-37.
It will be the team’s second finals meeting this season, with Mitiamo scoring a convincing 70-34 qualifying final win a fortnight ago.
YCW, under coach Christie Griffiths, could be proud of their development this season, with a cast of youngsters in the line-up ensuring a bright future for the club.
The Eagles finished the home and away season in fifth spot but won their first final.