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28 April 2026

Read Amanda’s first Vixens game experience and win tickets to go yourself!

How did you get moving this Active April? Whether you were walking with friends, playing social sport or finding small ways to stay active between study sessions, every bit counts. And just because April is wrapping up doesn’t mean the momentum has to.

Active April is about building habits that stick – moving your body, connecting with others and trying something new. So why not keep it going?

To help you stay inspired, we’re giving you the chance to win tickets to see the Melbourne Vixens live! It might just be the motivation you need.

🏃‍♀️From campus to courtside: Amanda’s story

For Burwood student Amanda Inglis, attending a Vixens game was more than just a day out – it was a reminder of how energising live sport can be.

Now in her third year studying a double degree in Business (Sport Management) and Exercise & Sport Science, Amanda is deeply involved in sport, from coaching to playing socially. But despite her love for the game, she had never experienced netball live before. That was until she scored free tickets from DUSA Sport!

“I had never been to a live netball game, so I was super excited… arriving at the game I instantly felt the excitement and passion of all the fans in the arena. My favourite moment was the Vixens coming back after half-time to win by 11 points. It was so fun seeing everyone dancing during the breaks and families coming together for a special day out.”

Sharing the experience made it even more meaningful.

“I went with one of my netball teammates – we play social netball together, so she was the obvious choice! Even though I’ve played since primary school, this was my first live game. It made me realise how much support there is for netball and the Vixens, from people of all ages. Now that I’ve been, I’d love to go more often.”

For Amanda, the experience was also a reminder that staying active doesn’t have to be complicated.

“It reminded me how fun it is to play a game with a good group of friends, and how easy it can be to just grab a ball and head to a nearby court. My favourite ways to stay active while studying are going for walks with friends and my dog, and playing social netball.”

Supporting women’s sport is another reason the experience stood out.

“It means a lot to support women’s sport. I coach young girls, and I see every day how important it is for them to have female role models. Sports like netball deserve more attention than they get. Jo Weston is my favourite player — it was awesome to see her still out there playing.”

If you’ve never been to a game before, Amanda has a simple message:

“I think it’s one of those things you just have to experience live at least once… if you’ve never gone before, why not? Go and support a Melbourne team and try something new!”

Amanda summed up the day in three words: exciting, thrilling and energetic.

🎟️ Win tickets to see the Vixens in action!

Inspired by Amanda’s experience? Now it’s your turn.

In celebration of Active April and our partnership with the Melbourne Vixens, we’re excited to offer you the chance to win one of four double-passes (eight tickets total) to their upcoming home games at John Cain Arena. Experience the action courtside as the Vixens take on their rivals:

Whether you go with a friend, teammate or someone new, it’s a great way to:

To enter for your chance to win, simply fill out the form below and select your preferred game/date. Make sure to review the Terms and Conditions before submitting your entry.

Good luck!

Update: Monday 11 May

Congratulations to our lucky winners below! Each of you will be contacted at your Deakin email address by a staff member soon to confirm your win and receive your tickets.

Ayesha Khan
Elysa Sorbara
Madison Bain
Layla Colville



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