Netball Super League confirms drastic changes in a step towards professionalisation

The Netball Super League has confirmed some drastic changes are to be implemented from next season, in yet another step towards the professionalisation of the sport within the United Kingdom. Eight clubs have been confirmed so far for the NSL’s 2025 relaunch, in what is being described as a “new era” for netball. One of the changes will see 50% …

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England Netball Unveils Plans To Push For Netball Professionalisation in UK

England Netball has unveiled a comprehensive plan to propel the sport toward professionalism. This comes following the announcement of the highly anticipated relaunch of the Netball Super League (NSL) in 2025. These plans represent a paradigm shift that will extend over the next decade, promising remarkable transformations both on and off the court. Innovation will be the driving force, with …

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“We Wouldn’t Do It If We Weren’t Passionate About It” – Fran Duffy’s Balancing Act of Passion, Profession, and Persistence

Balancing a demanding career as a Solicitor with a thriving international netball career is no easy feat. Yet, for Fran Duffy, it’s a challenge she’s embraced with determination and grace. We had the privilege of chatting with international netball player Fran Duffy on the Her Sport Show, where she shared her remarkable journey as a netball sensation for the Republic …

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Silver For Ireland At The Europe Netball Open Challenge

Ireland placed 2nd in Division A at the Europe Netball Open Challenge this past weekend. Eight international teams flew to Wales to compete in the tournament from 10-14 May 2023. Ireland’s Senior Squad got off to a great start with a close 46-45 win against UAE. Ireland’s second match also saw the team secure a 72-25 win against Malta. Team …

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Weekly Roundup- Ireland to face Morocco in International Friendly, New Zealand wins Women’s Rugby World Cup

Republic of Ireland to face Morocco today in International Friendly The Republic of Ireland women’s team will face Morocco today in an International Friendly to finish their 8-day training camp in Marbella, Spain as they prepare for the World Cup next summer. Ireland played Morocco Friday in a behind-closed-doors game. The International Friendly will be broadcast live on the RTE …

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Team Ireland Heads to U17 Europe Netball Challenge

Team Ireland is heading to the 2022 Europe Netball U17 Challenge in Gibraltar this weekend, where the Emeralds will face teams from Gibraltar, the Isle of Man, Switzerland, and the United Arab Emirates. The tournament will be held from Friday Nov. 11th to Sunday Nov. 13th, with games played in round robin format. The Republic of Ireland team’s first game …

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Ireland Qualifies for the World Cup- Weekend Roundup

Ireland through to World Cup The Republic of Ireland’s WNT qualified for the FIFA World Cup after a historic 1-0 victory over Scotland in Hampden Park on Tuesday. After scoring the key goal Donegal’s Amber Barrett kissed the black armband she wore to commemorate the Creeslough victims and later dedicated her goal to them. Goalkeeper Courtney Brosnan was another star, …

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Ireland to Face Scotland in Europe Netball World Cup Qualifiers

While all the attention today is on the Fifa Women’s World Cup qualifying match between Ireland and Scotland, the two countries are also about to compete for slots at another World Cup — Netball. With just 2 days to go our Emeralds are ready for action. Click the link down below to get your tickets/ live streaming passes now☘️ pic.twitter.com/64uUmqdrx3 …

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Team Of The Year 2020: Meet The Contenders

University Of Limerick Camogie University of Limerick became the 4th college and 7th team in the 105-year history of the UPMC Ashbourne Cup, to win the trophy five times in a row. Under the guidance of manager Adrian O’Sullivan, UL defeated University College Cork once again in the final, 3-14 to 0-12 at the Waterford Institute of Technology Arena in …

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Young Athlete Of The Year 2020: Meet The Contenders

Amy Elliott Amy Elliott played a crucial role in the 2020 Irish Hockey Senior Cup which saw UCD Ladies Hockey get their hands on the Senior Cup trophy for the third time in four years. The former St. Andrews College student is exceptionally dynamic and her barnstorming runs through midfield have been a key cog in the UCD midfield which …

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