Thunderbirds legend calls time on sporting career
She led the Thunderbirds to back-to-back premiership wins in 2023 and 24 and has now called time on her career on the court.
Hannah Petty, Adelaide Thunderbirds captain, has called time on her netball career.
Petty captained the Thunderbirds to two back-to-back premierships in 2023 – the first Thunderbirds premiership win in 10 years – and 2024.
She played her last game for the Thunderbirds in a home semi-final last Sunday, July 20, where they lost to the Melbourne Vixens by two goals.
Petty played 110 games across 10 seasons for the Suncorp Super Netball and the ANZ Championship competition, all for the Thunderbirds.
She was the Thunderbirds captain for six seasons, getting the call up as skipper in 2020.
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“I am so grateful and thankful to have been a part of this club and wear the pink dress for my whole career,” Petty said in a statement.
“I want to thank everyone who has been a part of my journey and helped me along the way. To the Pink Army, you have made playing in front of you so special.
“To my teammates and coaches, there’s been many of you, thanks for making me a better netballer and more importantly a better person.”
“Never in my wildest dreams, would a little girl from Wudinna be signing off after 10 years.”
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Petty debuted for the Thunderbirds in 2016 at just 18 years old. That was the competitions last ANZ Championship before transitioning to the Suncorp Super Netball competition.
She was a versatile midcourt player, who went on to win the teammate voted Thunderbirds Spirit Award in the years 2019, 21 and 22.
Thunderbirds head coach Tania Obst said it has been an “incredible chapter” for Petty.
“Her journey has been defined by hard work, loyalty to the team and program, and a commitment to doing things the right way,” Obst said.
“Hannah has shown what it means to lead by example through her attitude and actions.
“As a coach it’s been a privilege to watch Hannah grow from the 14-year-old rocking up to state 17 trials all the way through to holding aloft the SSN premiership trophy.
“She leaves behind a legacy built on integrity, grit, and heart — and that will always be something to be proud of.”
