The Central Coast Crusaders Youth Women 2 basketball team has made history, claiming its first Waratah League Youth Women 2 Championship recently with a commanding 74-60 victory over the Hills Hornets in front of an electric home crowd.
The grand final, held at Guzman y Gomez Stadium in Terrigal, capped off a dream debut season in the Youth Women 2 League.
The team’s high-energy performance and disciplined teamwork secured a memorable win, led by Alyssa Haremaker who was named Grand Final MVP (most valuable player) for her dominant all-round display.
But the success didn’t stop there.
The Crusaders also cleaned up at the Basketball NSW Awards, taking home three major honours.
Wade Smith was named Youth Women 2 Coach of the Year, Ella Morgan was selected in the prestigious All-Star 5, and Zali Sims was named the Youth Women 2 League MVP and also earned a place in the All-Star 5.
Smith praised his team’s commitment and focus throughout the season.
“To bring home the championship in our first year in the league, and to be recognised across multiple Basketball NSW awards, is something truly special,” he said.
“These players have worked incredibly hard and shown what’s possible when talent and dedication come together.
“I couldn’t be prouder of this group.”
The championship and award recognitions set a new benchmark for the club’s women’s program and reinforce its growing presence in state-level competition.
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