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The Collingwood Magpies' netball team have taken a swipe at their club through their team song after finding out last month that the football club was scrapping its netball program.
The Magpies have won their final home game at John Cain Arena over the Adelaide Thunderbirds in a gutsy performance.
Collingwood's death by a thousand cuts continued as they upset title favourites Adelaide Thunderbirds 53-50 at John Cain Arena.
Their clinical win showed glimpses of the powerhouse they could have been, rather than what is - a team folding just seven years after conception.
When the news dropped last week that Collingwood wouldn't renew their Super Netball license, it left the team in tatters. Futures of players and staff unknown, fingers pointed, and just pride left to play for.
The Magpies' netball team have taken a swipe at their club through their team song
That pride was enough for the Magpies to win their last ever home game on Victorian soil, leaving the team in tears after a tumultuous few weeks.
The team gathered in the changerooms after the game to sing the beloved club song one last time - but changed the lyrics slightly.
Instead of singing 'Good old Collingwood forever', the side sang 'Good old Collingwood for two weeks' at the start of the iconic tune.
Fans on social media were quick to comment on the cheeky swipe at the club, with former Diamonds player Sharni Norder posting: 'This may be the best thing I've ever seen. A testament to the group and how well they handled the situation. Well done ladies,'
'Thank you so much for all the seasons. You have been fantastic and watching you win tonight was so special. Best of luck to all of you and thank you,' commented another.
'This is such a sad day in Australian sport,' replied a third.
The Magpies made a promising start to the game, with a near flawless attacking performance supported by defensive attrition.
Shimona Nelson was a tower of strength under the post, shooting 44 from 44 and reducing the usually
