Northlands Primary have further cemented their dominance in youth sport after securing their third consecutive Primary School Netball Tournament title following a pulsating 4-3 victory over West Pembroke Primary at Bernard Park.
In a final defined by defensive grit and high-pressure shooting, it was Jher’z Burgess who emerged as the hero for the champions, leading from the front with a vital haul of goals to push her side over the line. The match remained on a knife-edge until the closing stages when Mila Bryan found the net to score the decisive fourth goal for Northlands.
West Pembroke pushed the champions to the very limit as Ariah Tucker netted twice and A’Nylah Tucker added another, but they ultimately fell just one goal short of forcing the match into extra time.
Northlands reached the showpiece event after a convincing 6-3 victory over Somersfield Academy in the semi-finals. Burgess was once again the standout performer, netting five times to lead all scorers.
The other semi-final was a much more grueling affair as West Pembroke needed extra time to eventually see off Harrington Sound Primary 10-8. Ariah Tucker was in sensational form during that encounter, scoring eight goals to single-handedly drag her team into the final.
Knockout Stage Highlights
- Quarter-Finals: Harrington Sound delivered a statement 9-4 win over Purvis Primary.
- Tight Encounters: West Pembroke edged out BHS 6-4, while Somersfield Academy secured a hard-fought 7-5 win over Saltus Grammar.
- The Champions’ Intent: Northlands wrapped up the quarter-final round with a ruthless 7-0 shutout win over Warwick Academy.
The victory ensures Northlands’ dynasty remains intact as the team looks ahead to defending their title once again in 2027.
