Sharon Finnan-White First Nations Academy of Excellence

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To our FNAE athletes, coaches, umpires and families,

I want you to know this:

You belong in every space you step into.

Your culture is your strength.

Your voice matters.

And your future is limitless.

Keep walking proudly in both worlds.

Keep breaking barriers.

Keep leading the way for those who will follow.

🖤💜🩵



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More than a round. For Sharon Finnan-White OAM, the significance of this round extends well beyond symbolic gestures. To read the full article, head to our website.

🏐✨ FNAE & Friends Netball Clinic – Sunshine Coast ✨🏐

What an incredible day on the Sunshine Coast as emerging netballers came together for the FNAE & Friends Netball Clinic, proudly supported by Stockland Aura.

Participants had the unique opportunity to learn from some of netball’s most inspiring First Nations athletes and role models, including Australian Diamonds #189 Donnell Wallam, #105 Sharon Finnan-White OAM and Sunshine Coast Lightning star Leesa Mi Mi! 🤩

The clinic provided a fun, engaging and supportive environment where athletes developed their netball skills, built confidence, connected with culture, and were inspired by the journeys and experiences shared by our special guests. 🏐

A huge thank you to Stockland Aura for their support in helping create opportunities for young people to participate, learn and dream big. Together, we are empowering the next generation of athletes both on and off the court. 🙏🏽

We also thank all the athletes, families, coaches and volunteers who made the day such a success. A special mention to our FNAE Sunshine Coast manager Gary Patten for his support in coordinating the event! 👍🏽

The future of netball on the Sunshine Coast is bright! 💜🩵🖤



Blackroo Community Indigenous Corporation
Stockland
Tribal Sport
Cubic Defence Australia & New Zealand
Siren: A Women in Sport Collective
Netball Queensland
Netball Australia

The First Nations Academy of Excellence is proud to be participating in a six-week Female Health and Wellbeing Program delivered by the Live Life Whole Project and funded by the Confident Girls Foundation, made possible through the generous support of Brisbane Women’s Club. 🙌✨

The program is providing young First Nations women from our Brisbane 23’s Academy with valuable knowledge and practical strategies around nutrition, female health, stress management, sleep, recovery and overall wellbeing. 🌿🍎💪😴

Through open conversations and evidence-based education, participants are developing a greater understanding of how to support their health, sporting performance and everyday lives. 🏐

Some of the feedback from participants has been incredibly powerful:

⭐ “I’ve never learnt about how nutrition supports the female body like this before. This was a 5/5 for me.”
⭐ “There is no shame in seeking support. I’m now going to start tracking my symptoms, not just my period.”
⭐ “I didn’t realise how much stress plays a role in female health. I’m going to listen to my body more to manage my injuries.”

Programs such as this help empower young women with the confidence, knowledge and support to make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing, both now and into the future. 💪🏽

A heartfelt thank you to Brisbane Women’s Club for their generous donation to the Confident Girls Foundation, which has made this opportunity possible. 🙏🏽

Also a big thank you to our FNAE Brisbane Head Coach Camille Dowling and Manager Bronwyn Mapusua for coordinating the workshops with the facilitators!

We also acknowledge the incredible work of the Confident Girls Foundation, the Live Life Whole Project, Megan Dickinson, Beryl Friday and everyone involved in delivering this meaningful program. ✨👏🏽

We look forward to sharing more outcomes and celebrating the impact of the program as it continues. 🎉



Blackroo Community Indigenous Corporation
Tribal Sport
Cubic Defence Australia & New Zealand
SportsMed NQ
Netball Queensland
Netball Australia

Congratulations to our Townsville premier league athlete Sonnaynne Raggett on her selection in the 2026 Territory Storm team for the Super Netball Reserves Finals. We wish Sonnyanne all the best for the tournament! 🤩

MEET THE ATHLETE | SONNYANNE RAGGETT

Versatile midcourter and defender Sonnyanne Raggett has earned selection in the 2026 Territory Storm team and will take to the court at the Super Netball Reserves Finals.

Standing at 178cm and capable of playing GD, WD, C and WA, Sonnyanne brings valuable representative experience to the team, having represented the Northern Territory at the National Netball Championships in 2025 and 2026, as well as the 2025 National First Nations Tournament.

Since taking up netball at 12 years old, Sonnyanne has embraced every opportunity that has come her way and continues to grow her game through representative competition.

One piece of advice has remained with her throughout her netball journey.

"Both you and your opponent have two arms and two legs. She's no different from me, so why should I be afraid?"

It is a mindset that has helped build confidence on the court and one she hopes younger athletes can learn from as they pursue their own representative ambitions.

"Give it a go. The girls and the coaches are amazing and, even though other states might underestimate us, we are no different from any other state out there."

Inspired by Australian Diamond Donnell Wallam, Sonnyanne continues to demonstrate the confidence, resilience and belief that have helped her earn opportunities on the representative stage.

As she prepares for another opportunity to represent the Northern Territory, Sonnyanne's message is simple: back yourself and never be afraid to take on the challenge.

Congratulations to our Townsville premier league athlete Ruby Mack on her selection into the Mackay Monarchs Ruby North team for the Round 2 cluster in Rockhampton this weekend! Good luck Ruby! 🤩

📣TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT - RUBY NORTH DIVISION ROCKHAMPTON CLUSTER

Congratulations to our Harrup Park Ruby North Mackay Monarchs selected to travel to Rocky this weekend to compete in the second round cluster.

Whether in the stands or from home, we will be cheering you on loud and proud 😍 Let's go Monarchs 💪🏼

Our Townsville Premier League athletes in action against Neptunes last night! They didn’t get the win but the skills and resilience shown were outstanding! 👍🏽💪🏽

Congratulations to Daijah-Lee Kupfer-Sorbello on making her premier league debut last night! 👏🏽🤩

Blackroo Community Indigenous Corporation
Tribal Sport
Cubic Defence Australia & New Zealand
SportsMed NQ
Netball Queensland
Netball Australia

🏐 PREMIER LEAGUE – CURRENT LADDER STANDINGS 🏐

After an exciting 10 rounds of Premier League action, the race to the finals is heating up! 🔥 Every game from here on in is crucial, with teams battling for valuable competition points and ladder positions.

📊 Current Ladder:
🥇 1st – Neptunes
🥈 2nd – Saints
🥉 3rd – Te Whānau
4️⃣ 4th – Runaways
5️⃣ 5th – Marian Vixens
6️⃣ 6th – Phoenix
7️⃣ 7th – Academy of Excellence
8️⃣ 8th – Burdekin Netball
9️⃣ 9th –Highlanders

With plenty of netball still to be played, expect some fierce competition as teams push towards the business end of the season. 💪

Who do you think will finish on top when the season wraps up?
Let us know in the comments! 👇