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Surrey Storm survived a late onslaught by Manchester Thunder to successfully defend their Vitality Netball Superleague title with a 55-53 win in the Grand Final.Storm had comfortably led Thunder throughout an exhilarating contest at the Copper Box Arena in London until the final quarter when Dan Ryans side staged a remarkable comeback.The 2014 winners reduced the deficit to just one goal with seconds remaining before Rachel Dunn made sure of victory as Storm held on to make it back-to-back titles. Kathryn Ratnapala and Pamela Cookey were delighted with Storms success Storm head coach Kathryn Ratnapala said it was a dream come true as she hailed her sides winning display on the biggest stage.I cant actually believe it, she told Sky Sports 5. What a dream true. Its been a very short but very intense season. Everyone has played a massive part and I really couldnt have asked for anymore from the squad - what an amazing season.It was all about sticking to our plan and structure. They have played a solid season and the fact that we were underdogs, it really didnt matter. Reaction from both camps after Surrey Storm successfully defend their Superleague title Surrey made a blistering start to the match, piling the pressure on favourites Manchester, who were unable to deal with the early storm. They opened up a 10-point advantage at one point thanks in large to some prolific shooting from Dunn and the experienced Pamela Cookey.But Thunder showed plenty of fighting spirit to claw their way back into the contest and reduce the deficit to six - 15-9 - with Ellie Cardwell and Helen Housby at the fore. Rachel Dunn helped Surrey retain their Superleague title Emma Dovey replaced Jodie Gibson for Thunder as coach Dan Ryan looked to shore up his leaky defence, but Storm, who were competing in their third consecutive Grand Final, were taking no prisoners.They maintained their 10-point lead and then turned on the afterburners with Dunn - 100 per cent with her goal shooting - landing another from distance on the half-time buzzer. Storm beat Thunder 55-53 at the Copper Box Arena Storm headed into the third quarter with a 32-19 advantage and Thunder were now looking for miracles.Ryan made positional changes with Kathryn Turner on for Ellie Cardwell with Housby made the focal point of their attack. Laura Malcolm was also replaced by Gabby Marshall at Wing Defence.Surrey held a 13-goal advantage which was halved by Manchester. They headed into the final quarter leading 43-36. Surrey players celebrate victory at the final hooter With the pressure on, Storm head coach Ratnapala brought on Josie Huckle as Goal Keeper with captain Hannah Reid moved into Goal Defence. Katt Ainsworth also replaced Georgia Lees as they looked to shut up shop.But Thunder roared out of the blocks with the momentum in their court, reducing the lead to three goals with under two minutes remaining.Housby, the hero from two years ago, made it a one-goal game with under 30 seconds on the clock, but Surrey showed supreme composure by holding onto the ball and running down the clock. It was left to Dunn to score the final goal and secure victory in dramatic fashion.Player of the match Pamela Cookey said: This season has been great. It has just been a real solid squad performance. Weve just done ourselves proud.Also See:As it happenedStorm v Thunder: Team-matesEngland to host JamaicaRyan: Thunder is my futureAdidas Futurecraft 4d Kopen . -- The proud fathers huddled near the Dallas Stars dressing room, smiling, laughing and telling stories while wearing replica green sweaters of their sons team. Adidas NMD Aanbieding . -- Catcher Brett Hayes has agreed to a $630,000, one-year contract with the Kansas City Royals, avoiding salary arbitration. http://www.nmdtekoop.com/ . Tuesdays surgery at Atlantas Piedmont Hospital was performed by Dr. Xavier Duralde and Hawks team physician Dr. Michael Bernot. Adidas Superstar Goedkoop . In Europe, top teams seem to be largely happy with their squads after spending nearly $1 billion in the off-season. And although English league clubs are unlikely to splash cash in January, Arsenal and Chelsea could be tempted to strengthen their squads with new strikers. Adidas NMD Goedkoop .B. - Sebastien Auger made 44 saves as the Saint John Sea Dogs edged the visiting Acadie-Bathurst Titan 2-1 on Saturday in Quebec Major Junior Hockey League action.NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The Vanderbilt soccer team fell in its final non-conference game in a double overtime nail biter, as Northern Kentucky slipped past the Dores for a 1-0 victory.Heading into the final non-conference matchup of the season, Vanderbilt changed up personnel to try to generate the scoring possibilities and finishes the team has been searching for all season. In doing so, Sasha Gray was moved to forwards from defense, with Sydney ODonnell taking her spot in the backline with her first start at left back.Throughout the first half, both teams had scoring opportunities, but lacked the finishing touch necessary to establish a lead. NKU defense pressured the VU front line, making strong tackles and forcing the Dores to pass tthe ball.ddddddddddddAt the end of the first 45 minutes of play the Norse led the Dores in shooting with five shots on VUs two.In the second half, again both teams lacked ability to finish, which led the Dores to their second overtime contest of the season. Scoreless in the first 10 minutes of OT, both teams donning the gold and white returned to the field looking to claim the victory.With Vandy missing a tackle on the right side of the field, NKUs No. 12, Jessica Ferrys dribbles into the 18-yard box and generated a shot which sailed into in the bottom of the left of the corner for the game winning goal. ' ' '