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We recently had the privilege of hosting our Albury Tigers Club Best & Fairest Night at the SS&A Club, and what a night it was!

A huge congratulations to all our deserving 2025 Season award winners — your dedication and hard work truly shine through, and we couldn’t be prouder.

We also want to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who attended, making the night an unforgettable occasion.

A special thank you to our incredible 2025 Trophy Sponsors. Your generous support and commitment are greatly appreciated, and we’re proud to have you as part of our Tigers family.

Thank you to Gus MacLeod, BJ Burton’s Trophies & Engraving, Luke Merriman, Tayla from Prop’d Up Events, and Mikaela and your team at the SS&A Club for your invaluable support in making this event a success. Your generosity and dedication played a key role in bringing it all together, and we truly appreciate all that you do.

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15’s & Under Netball

B&F proudly sponsored by Joss Group, Clancy’s Foodstore Albury
Hallee Yensch

Congratulations to Hallee on winning the 15 & Under Netball Best & Fairest for 2025! With a standout season on the court, Hallee claimed the award by an impressive 8 votes — a true reflection of her skill, consistency, and determination. Well done, Hallee — a rising star and a bright future ahead at our Club. We can’t wait to see what’s next!

RU B&F proudly sponsored by Daalder Exhausts, The Handy Habermann
Ashleigh Barr

TBS Award proudly sponsored by Fashion Fingers
Ruby Hilton

Players Player Award
Ruby Clarke

17’s & Under Netball

B&F proudly sponsored by Joss Group, Greenstreat
Sara Quade

Congratulations to Sara Quade on winning the 17 & Under Netball Best & Fairest! After a strong showing last season in the 15 & Under side—finishing as runner-up—Sara continued to work hard and elevate her game, polling in an impressive 16 out of 18 matches this year. Beyond her talent on the court, Sara is also one of the first to put her hand up to help around the club — a true team player and club person through and through. Well done, Sara! We’re proud to have you at Tigerland.

RU B&F proudly sponsored by Next Level Cafe Jindera, JBM Bookkeeping
Belle Pfeiffer

TBS Award proudly sponsored by Fashion Fingers
Evie Hillary

Players Player Award
Molly Pirkola

C Grade Netball

B&F proudly sponsored by Joss Group, Cryotherapy Albury
Kate Hutchinson

Congratulations to Kate Hutchinson on taking out the C Grade Netball Best & Fairest award! Also voted the Players’ Player, Kate is the true definition of a team player and an outstanding club person. We’re incredibly lucky to have you as part of the Albury Tigers family, Kate — well done!

RU B&F proudly sponsored by Elite Supps Albury, Suki Head Spa / Brow Couture by Sandy
Finn White

TBS Award proudly sponsored by Fashion Fingers
Zoe Smith

Players Player Award
Kate Hutchinson

U18 Football

B&F proudly sponsored by Joss Group, Habitat Planning
Jesse Quade

After battling through injury early on in the Season, Jesse Quade had an outstanding year in the yellow & black. His dedication and hard work were evident, culminating in best-on-ground performances in the U18 Football side. Later in the season, Jesse earned a well-deserved spot in the Senior Football team, proving that hard work truly pays off. Jesse polled 77 votes to take out the Best & Fairest win this Season. Congratulations, Jesse — your future is looking incredibly bright!

RU B&F proudly sponsored by Stewart Gould Real Estate, Twin City Roller Doors
Nick Morrison

Best Team Player proudly sponsored by AP Delaney
Nash Conway

Most Improved (Kimball Family Cup) proudly sponsored by Vin & Judy Hofmeyer
Ned Welch

Leading Goal Kicker proudly sponsored by Conway Printing
Riley O’Sullivan (39 goals)

Most Consistent proudly sponsored by High Country Communications
Jesse Carey

Most Courageous proudly sponsored by O’Sullivan Family
Lachie Wheatley

B Grade Netball

B&F proudly sponsored by Joss Group, Amy’s OT for Kids
Heleen Van Ieperen

Congratulations to Heleen on an outstanding season, finishing with 35 votes to claim the B Grade Netball Best & Fairest award! Your skill, composure, and leadership on the court are second to none, and this recognition is a true reflection of the impact you’ve had this season. We’re incredibly lucky to have you as part of our Tiger family — well done, Heleen!

RU B&F proudly sponsored by O’Brien Transport, Anytime Fitness Albury/Wodonga
Tara Lieschke

TBS Award proudly sponsored by Fashion Fingers
Lauren Bowden

Players Player Award
Heleen van leperen

Reserves Football

B&F proudly sponsored by Joss Group, Plus Fitness Thurgoona 24/7
Jack Shanahan

After polling in 14 games during the 2024 season and claiming the Albury Tigers U18 Football Best & Fairest with an impressive 129 votes, Jack Shanahan has now earned the 2025 Reserves Football Best & Fairest award. A standout player on the field and an even greater individual off it, Jack continues to shine. Congratulations, Jack!

RU B&F proudly sponsored by Stean Nicholls, Habitat Planning
William Bowden

TBS Player of the Year proudly sponsored by Vin & Judy Hofmeyer
Bailey Hodgson

Leading Goal Kicker proudly sponsored by Karen & Roly Gear
Lenny Dattoli (36 goals)

Most Improved proudly sponsored by WB Carpentry
Harrison Just

Coaches Award proudly sponsored by Stean Nicholls
Jaara Moran

Most Courageous proudly sponsored by WB Carpentry
Riley Tuckwell

A Grade Netball

B&F proudly sponsored by Joss Group, Beauty by Liz Quade
Georgia Pigdon

Georgia Pigdon made a name for herself as the Ovens and Murray C-Grade Medallist in 2024. At just 18 years old, she made her A-Grade debut for the Club earlier this season against Yarrawonga after making the move from North Albury. In her first year at the Club, Georgia dominated the Albury Tigers A-Grade Netball Best & Fairest count, finishing 22 votes clear to claim the award. Congratulations, Georgia!

RU B&F proudly sponsored by McRae Motors, Be Bronze 24/7
Skye Hillier

TBS Award proudly sponsored by Fashion Fingers
Alice Carroll

Players Player Award
Georgia Pigdon

Senior Football

B&F (Cross Medal) proudly sponsored by Joss Group, McRae Motors
Jake Gaynor

After recently re-signing for the 2026 season, Jake Gaynor has claimed his second Albury Tigers Club Senior Football Best & Fairest award. A proud 100-game player, 2018 Senior Football premiership player, former captain, and recently our U18 Football Coach, Jake has had an exceptional career in the black and yellow — and there’s still plenty more to come. Congratulations, Jake!

RU B&F proudly sponsored by O’Brien Transport & JBM Bookkeeping
Ryan Garthwaite

TBS Player of the Year proudly sponsored by Steeline
Kolby Heiner-Hennessy

‘First Picked’ proudly sponsored by Daalder Exhausts
Jake Ryan

Rising Star proudly sponsored by McRae Motors
William Bowden

Most Consistent proudly sponsored by the O’Sullivan Family
Ben Kelly

Most Dedicated proudly sponsored by Australian Industries
Max Byrne

Leading Goal Kicker proudly sponsored by McRae Motors
Jake Ryan (36 goals)