Lincoln University students serving their community and striving for excellence in sport were recognised at the annual Blues and Golds Awards ceremony, held on 15 October 2025.

Natalie had a stellar year on both sides of the Tasman. She placed second at the Australian ISSF Trap Nationals in the B grade, first in the Commonwealth ISSF Championships B grade, Won high overall lady and 3rd in the b grade at the New Zealand ISSF Trap Nationals, and was part of the New Zealand Junior team that won the Glenn Shield against Australia for the first time in history.