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The Challenge Cup is getting towards the business end of the competition, and it's getting exciting. Similar to football's FA Cup, the know-out cup sees teams large and small from around the country bid to take the national title.

PLAYERS from Cumberland Netball Club are gearing up for two titanic semi-final showdowns on Saturday as they bid to wrap up their most successful ever season.

The club’s ‘A’ team will be hoping to edge a step closer to successfully defending their crown when they face St Helen’s School at Northwood Sport Centre in the final four of the National Challenge Plate.

Meanwhile Cumberland’s ‘B’ team counterparts will be in Kilburn taking on Poly Netball Club in the semi-finals of the National Challenge Shield.

It is our AGM and drinks on Monday 15 June 2009. This is an opportunity for the whole club to come along and share a few drinks and to reflect on the past season. There are a few committee positions that need to be filled.

· Webmaster

· Umpiring Secretary

· Sponsorship

· Chair

· Treasurer

· Enquires

So, if you are keen to get involved then please come along.

Awards to be presented on the night: Players player of the year per team, Coaches awards; Most outstanding, Most improved, Most Valuable per squad and Team of the year.

Venue:
Caponata, Osteria Bar

The glamorous Black Tie event is back on Saturday 5th September 2009. Tickets are on sale now!

Start time: 7.00pm
Carriages: 2.00am
Venue: The Priory, St John's Square, London EC1V 4JL
Cost: £30 (includes canapes & dancing)
Payment: Via Cumberland Netball Fund Account
RSVP: Kirsty Smith (smith.kirsty@gmail.com) or Andy Johnson (andy711@gmail.com). Remember to state the number of tickets required.

Congratulations to Cumberland A who beat Academy A in a thrilling final in the County Tournament on Sunday 10 May 09.

For the third consecutive year at the annual event, the sun shone and the same two teams were in the final, however the result was different, Cumberland won the tournament for the first time by two goals.

Facing top level opposition, Academy's squad included Super League players and was leading the scoreboard by 2 goals at half time. Cumberland's fighting spirit prevailed and the team fought back to achieve a spectacular win. Congratulations Cumberland A!

We have teamed up with British Military Fitness to offer you the ultimate outdoor fitness training. Operating in parks across the UK, they offer the best way to get fit and lose weight whilst having great fun with other people. Classes are run by serving army officers at most London parks.

All you have to do is attend one of their free classes and if you decide to join, mention that you belong to Cumberland Netball Club as we have a special corporate rate for members.

Trials for the 2009/10 season will take place on Saturday 8 August for Squad 2 (D, E, F Teams) from 10am - 2pm. Trials for Squad 1 (A, B, C Teams) will take place on Sunday 9 August from 10am - 2pm. If you are new to the Club, please come along on Saturday 8 August.

If you can't attend trials and are interested in joining, please contact our Enquiries Secretary Kim North for more information or come along to a training session on Wednesday at 7pm.

Cumberland A squad has had a successful November winning back to back matches in the London POLY invitational league (Division 1) and the London and South East Regional League.

On Saturday Cumberland faced a physical Palmers Green side in the London and South East regional league. Cumberland, who are currently joint top of the league table, went into the match with a new team combination due to injuries and absences in the side.

Cumberland A team met Academy in a top of the table clash in the London and South East Regional League on Saturday. With Cumberland and Gems tied in the top spot (Cumberland #1 on goal difference) and Academy in 3rd there was all to play for.