Robb has been with the Rats since juniors, with 2021 her sixth season at the club.

During this time she has developed into her role as a defender, so much so, she was selected to try-out with the WFNL under-17 representative netball squad.

Her skills impressed the coaches, earning her a place as a training partner in the squad, which she has thoroughly enjoyed.

"This was my first time and it was something I was wanting to do for a few years," she said.

"It was a good experience, I am friends with most of the girls from playing with and against them over the last few years.

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"That was good to catch-up with some of the girls from the around the league and training together and learn some new skills."

Robb was also preparing herself for a big season with the Rats, but a serious knee ended her season against the Horsham Demons in round three.

In the unluckiest of circumstances, she was injured the day before she was supposed to travel to Bendigo to represent the WFNL at the Golden City interleague tournament.

"I'm not really sure what happened to be honest, I just landed a bit funny," she said.

"I don't really remember it at the time, I just remember being pretty disappointed when it happened because I knew it wasn't great."

Robb said she was looking forward to starting her knee rehabilitation, with a 10-12 months recovery post-surgery on the cards.

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Ararat Rats netball director Stacey Dale described Robb as a "very talented" player and she said she was hoping to see her back in the red and white soon.

In the meantime, Robb will get the chance to watch her teammates on the court as she prepares to return for the club she loves, in one of their senior netball grades.

"I think it was a couple weeks after I got hurt, we got our first win, so that was pretty exciting to watch all the girls enjoy that," she said.

"Watching the game can be a bit frustrating, but it is good watch the girls and learn from the game.

"I will be very keen to get going again. As soon as I get the nod to say that I am right to play I will be out there again.

"I have gotten to know the girls at Ararat really well and formed some strong friendships and it is a good club to be apart of.

"I love team sports and it is something I have always enjoyed, and I like being with our group of girls and working together."

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