SALE continued its winning run in Gippsland League netball.
The Magpies hit the court running at Drouin, racing away to a 15-5 lead using their skill and smart teamwork in drizzling conditions on Saturday.
After a flying start, the Magpies had to protect their lead while the Hawks tried hard to get back into the game.
Sale went on to win 49-38.
Maffra was not in action last weekend as Warragul is not fielding an A grade team this season.
Elsewhere, Morwell maintained its unbeaten start to the season with a 41-33 win at Bairnsdale, Moe defeated Traralgon 42-40 at home, while, on Sunday, Wonthaggi defeated Leongatha 41-32.
ROSEDALE remains unbeaten after five rounds of North Gippsland netball after a 42-37 win over Heyfield.
Woodside was too strong for Glengarry, winning 50-28, as was Gormandale for Yarram, 60-22, Churchill defeated Sale City 58-40 and Traralgon-Tyers United defeated Cowwarr 32-31.
Boisdale-Briagolong had the bye.
STRATFORD began is East Gippsland premiership defence with a 43-31 win at Lindenow.
Orbost-Snowy Rovers defeated Wy Yung 28-21.
Lucknow had a 56-25 win over Paynesville.
Lakes Entrance had the bye.
