Whittlesea’s Tara Watson will represent the Victorian 19 and under state team at the National Netball Championships in Darwin in April.
The Victorian 19 and under and 17 and under were named in December.
Victoria has a strong history at the championships, including the 17 and under side claiming silver at Hobart last year, which Watson was a part of.
Watson will be joined by North East Blaze teammate Ruby Shannon in the Victorian team.
The National Netball Championships provide an opportunity for developing athletes, coaches, umpires and officials to prosper, with an array of Australian Diamonds players participating in the pathway event since its inception in 1985.
The 38th edition of the championship will include two teams from each state and territory competing across six days.
As reigning champions in both 17 and Under and 19 and Under age groups, New South Wales will be aiming to retain their titles.
Netball Australia’s executive general manager of performance Stacey West said the championships provided the basis for selection in the national athlete squads.
“Each year we see the talent expanded upon, which builds anticipation for our national programs in the years ahead,” she said.
“For our umpires and coaches in the pathway, the championships provide a great opportunity to test out their skills in the national environment, as well as connect with peers and others in the sport at a highly competitive level.”
