It is with a heavy heart we acknowledge the passing of Brenda Gontarski, a much-loved member of the Newcastle netball community.
Brenda was a member of West Leagues Netball Club for many years, joining in 1982.
Brenda joined Newcastle Netball Association in 1997 as the Senior Point Score Recorder and in 2008 Brenda was awarded Life Membership.
Brenda was well known to all Senior Teams, always helping them when needed with their teams, umpiring or any other duties. Brenda served on many committees over her time with NNA, primarily the Fixtures Committee and was always available for Carnivals and Gala Days held at the Newcastle.
Each Saturday for many years you would see Brenda at the Parkway Ave office doing office duty, which would regularly extend from half a day to a full day as she enjoyed engaging with the players and spectators.
Annually, the Brenda Gontarski Medal is awarded to the MVP of the Opens Grade who has displayed consistent outstanding performances throughout the season.
We extend our deepest condolences to Brenda’s family and friends.
Brenda will be dearly missed by us all.
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