Powerbay Confirmed as Major Partner of Melbourne Mavericks Reserves

To coincide with the commencement of the 2026 Super Netball Reserves season, Powerbay has been confirmed as the Major Partner of the Melbourne Mavericks Reserves.

The Australian energy and power solutions provider officially launched the partnership alongside the team’s opening-round 59–56 victory over the Firebirds Futures at Nissan Arena in Brisbane.

For the Melbourne Mavericks, the Reserves program is a mechanical necessity for their high-performance pathway, providing a structured environment to identify and develop emerging talent for the senior squad.

Commenting on the partnership, general manager of the Mavericks, Shae Bolton-Brown, noted that the collaboration is fundamental to the club’s overarching strategy.

“The Mavs Reserves program is fundamental to building sustainable success for the Melbourne Mavericks.”

“Powerbay’s support… is an investment in the future of the club,” Bolton-Brown said. 

Echoing this sentiment, general manager at Powerbay, Stephen Clarke, emphasised the company’s commitment to supporting the next generation of elite athletes.

“The Super Netball Reserves competition is vital to the future of the game, and Powerbay is excited to be part of the Mavericks’ journey,” Clarke stated.

The Mavericks Reserves program has already demonstrated significant strategic value following its 2025 debut, where the team reached the Grand Final in its inaugural season. The effectiveness of this pathway was recently highlighted by inaugural captain Sacha McDonald, who successfully transitioned to a full SSN contract for the 2026 season.

The 2026 squad maintains a heavy focus on local development, featuring 18 athletes from the Victorian netball pathway. Under the leadership of head coach Tracey Brereton and captain Charli Hoey, the program offers these athletes direct exposure to elite coaching and professional match-play environments.

The Mavericks Reserves will look to build on their Round 1 momentum as they return to Melbourne for their Round 2 clash against the QBE Swifts Academy.

The match is scheduled for Saturday, May 2, at John Cain Arena, following the senior SSN fixture between the Mavericks and the Swifts. 

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