Netball NSW has announced the finalists for two of the most prestigious honours in the Netball NSW Premier League – the Nance Kenny OAM Medal – Premier League Opens Player of the Year and the Wendy Archer AM Medal – Premier League 23U Player of the Year.
Both awards, which will be presented at the Netball NSW State Awards Dinner on Saturday 1st November at Bankstown Sports Club, recognise athletes who have consistently delivered outstanding performances throughout the Premier League season, with nominees voted on during the season by the teams after each match. Each medal is named in honour of two of the sport’s most influential leaders.
The Nance Kenny OAM Medal – Premier League Opens Player of the Year pays tribute to Nance Kenny OAM, a Life Member of Netball NSW, Hall of Fame inductee, and long-serving Treasurer who dedicated decades of service to the sport. The 2025 finalists are:
- Manaia Mete – GWS Fury
- Millie Tonkin – Manly Warringah Sapphires
- Lauren Woods – North Shore United
The Wendy Archer AM Medal – Premier League 23U Player of the Year honours Wendy Archer AM, a Life Member and former President of Netball NSW who was instrumental in the establishment of the Premier League competition. The 2025 finalists are:
- Francesca Gunn – UTS Randwick Sparks
- Sophia Martinussen – UTS Randwick Sparks
- Helen Tietie – South West Mounties MAGIC
Stacy Harding, Netball NSW General Manager – Competitions said the awards showcase the strength and depth of talent within the state’s premier competition.
“These awards are a celebration of our athletes’ dedication, skill, and consistency across the Premier League season. The finalists represent the very best of our Opens and 23U competitions, and we look forward to recognising their achievements on the State Awards stage,” Harding said.
The winners of the Nance Kenny OAM Medal and the Wendy Archer AM Medal will be announced at the 2025 Netball NSW State Awards, where excellence both on and off the court will be celebrated.
Hosted by Carolyn Swindell from the No Dribble Podcast, the 2025 State Awards Dinner is a night not to miss as the netball achievements of 2025 are celebrated. Tickets cost $140.00 per person or $1260 for a table of 10 and includes a three-course meal and beverage package throughout the evening.
Individuals and Associations can secure tickets here
