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Camberwell Dragons Under 16 Girls 2023-24 VJBL season award winners and coaches' comments.

16.1 Girls
Most Valuable Player: Sophie Richardson
“Soph has had an outstanding year, both at club level and representing Victoria. She is a versatile player, willing to play whatever role the team requires. Soph does a great job bringing others into the game, creating both for herself and her teammates. Well done, Soph!” – Coach Cara Jeffers.

Coach’s Award: Alexia Angelopoulos
“Lexi has had a great year and has really dedicated herself to being a tea- first player. She is always reliable in D, playing against opponents much taller than herself and will have her teammates’ back. Lexi is great to coach as she trains hard and is always trying to apply feedback to better her game and seek clarification. Well done Lexi on a great season.” – Coach Cara Jeffers.

16.2 Girls
Sharp Shooter Award: Allegra Maiolo
“Leads the 3-point count in the comp and our go-to in clutch situations.” – Coach Todd Rowson.

Coach’s Award: Emily Lai
“Works hard and respectful.” – Coach Todd Rowson.

16.3 Girls
Most Valuable Player: Jess Maycock
Jess is our most valuable player by not just being the highest scorer but also turning up to every game and every training session. She is always encouraging her teammates and very easy to coach. Jess well deserves this season’s MVP award.” – Coach Michael Fowler.

Coach’s Award: Olivia Jackson
“Olivia has been our most consistent player this season. She had played at her best each week. She not only attends each training session, she puts in extra work after training. Congratulations Olivia on an outstanding season.” – Coach Michael Fowler.

16.4 Girls
Most Valuable Player: Drishti Dhurve
“A well-deserved award for the current points leader in the pool who also scored many points from steals. Drishti's actions in defence and offence would lift the team. A great supporter of her teammates from the bench too!” – Coach Rob Mckinnon.

Best Defender: Vivianne Kan
“Viv was a relentless defender who never gave up. Viv was also able to inspire tea mates by demonstrating all-out effort. Great defensive footwork. Viv is someone who steps up a notch when the pressure is on!” – Coach Rob Mckinnon.

16.5 Girls
Most Valuable Player: Ellie Nicholls
Best Defensive Player: Georgia Wilson

16.6 Girls
Most Valuable Player: Eve Linnane
“Eve has driven this team to be in the same group as our 4s and 5s. Few players get chased all over the court in the way Eve does. On numerous occasions she dominated the scoreboard and is the critical guard that pushes us through the opposition press.” – Coach Brett Donnar.

Coach’s Award: Sienna Lyons
“We are often the small team and our bigs get a lot of attention. Sienna provides fire and firepower, she takes a beating and responds with drives and range shots, including a five x 3-point tournament game.” – Coach Brett Donnar.