The Southern Steel and the Central Pulse have introduced the Robyn Broughton Legacy Trophy to be at stake during an ANZ Premiership game each season.
Broughton, who died last year, coached both teams during the former transtasman ANZ Championship and led the Steel’s predecessor, the Southern Sting, to 10 national finals, claiming seven titles, during the former domestic competition.
Donna Wilkins, who was coached by Broughton at the Sting, the Steel and the Pulse, called the trophy a perfect scenario.
"Having this game in Robbie’s honour is a nice touch to celebrate everything she did in our province for netball — from coaching the school kids to the elite players", Wilkins said.
"Truthfully, she would probably hate the fuss, but deep down she would be humbled.
‘‘It is always important to remember those who have gone before us, especially those who had such a massive impact on our sport like Robbie did. It is a great way to remember her, not only for us as a netball community but for her family as well."
The inaugural trophy game will be played when the Steel host the Pulse on Monday.
