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Precious Mthembu praises Baby Proteas’ resilience in Telkom Netball League

Under-21 national netball team coach Precious Mthembu reflects on her players' resilience during the Telkom Netball League and identifies areas for improvement ahead of the World Cup.

Sport Netball
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Champs Crinums bounce back with commanding win over Flames in Telkom Netball League

Defending champions Free State Crinums secure a decisive victory against North West Flames, while Gauteng Jaguars showed signs of recovery in the Telkom Netball League. The Baobabs clinched a dramatic win over the Aloes, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to Power Week 1.

Sport Netball
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Netball SA boss Cecilia Molokwane’s suspension by World Netball raises questions over leadership bid

World Netball's suspension of Cecilia Molokwane, president of Netball South Africa, sparks speculation and controversy ahead of her leadership bid.

Sport Netball
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Limpopo learner claims R2 million after injury on uneven netball field

A Limpopo learner seeks over R2 million in damages after suffering an injury on an uneven netball field, raising questions about the school's duty of care.

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

Returning Proteas unpack vital lessons from month-long tour

Proteas coach Jenny van Dyk shares insights from a challenging month-long tour, highlighting the team's growth and leadership.

Sport
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Five standout players from the Proteas’ Netball Nations Cup campaign and Sunshine Series

Discover the five standout players from the Proteas’ challenging overseas campaign in the Netball Nations Cup and Jamaica tour, showcasing their exceptional skills and contributions.

Sport
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Van Dyk Calls for recognition of African style after England setback

After a hard-fought battle in the Nations Cup final, Proteas coach Jenny van Dyk reflects on her team’s resilience and questions the need for African netball to adapt to succeed on the international stage.

Sport
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Proteas show grit in narrow defeat to England in Nations Cup final

South Africa’s Proteas displayed remarkable resilience in the Netball Nations Cup final against England, narrowly losing 61-55 despite being a player down for a significant portion of the match.

Sport
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Proteas gear up for Netball Nations Cup final with triumph over Malawi

African rivals run SA close in last pool match as Proteas coach Jenny van Dyk tinkers with her combinations ahead of showpiece match.

Sport
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Proteas celebrate strong start at Nations Cup

The Proteas kicked off the Netball Nations Cup with impressive victories, showcasing their determination and skill ahead of their next challenge against Malawi.

Sport
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Proteas edge England’s Roses in Nations Cup thriller

In a nail-biting encounter, South Africa’s Proteas narrowly defeated England’s Roses 61-59 in the Netball Nations Cup, showcasing remarkable skill and resilience.

Sport
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Clinical Proteas crush Uganda in Netball Nations Cup opener

South Africa’s netball Proteas showcased their strength with a commanding victory over Uganda’s She Cranes in the opening match of the Vitality Netball Nations Cup on Saturday.

Sport Netball
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Proteas aim to ‘accelerate learning’ in UK tournament

The Vitality Netball Nations Cup – between South Africa, England, Uganda and Malawi – will start on Saturday at the Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham.

Sport Netball
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Proteas Test series in Jamaica marks a ‘turning point’

After a challenging series against Jamaica, Proteas coach Jenny van Dyk expressed pride in her team’s resilience, and looks forward to the Vitality Netball Nations Cup.

Sport Netball
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Proteas go down fighting in thrilling series finale against Jamaica

Despite a challenging start, the Proteas showcased resilience in their final Test against Jamaica, ultimately losing 58-47. Coach Jenny van Dyk reflects on valuable lessons learnt as the team prepares for future competitions

Sport
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Gritty Proteas ‘expect better from ourselves’ after going down to Jamaica

Head coach for the Proteas, Jenny van Dyk, said the second consecutive loss to Jamaica was disappointing, but took away some positives from the defeat.

Sport Netball
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Proteas plot mid-court strategy to counter Jamaica’s shooting star

After a narrow defeat, the Spar Proteas strategise to limit Jamaica’s scoring opportunities in the upcoming netball match.

Sport
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Proteas suffer setback against Jamaica after Smith’s injury

South Africa’s Spar netball Proteas faced a challenging start to the Margaret Beckford Sunshine Series, losing 55-47 to Jamaica as key player Nicola Smith suffered an injury

Sport
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Netball Proteas hoping to exploit Jamaican ‘weaknesses’ in three-Test series

Proteas coach Jenny van Dyk said that their third-ranked rivals Jamaica will be minus two first-choice shooters, and that the African champions would be hoping to capitalise on that.

Sport Netball
Rowan Callaghan|Published

No Karla Pretorius as Khanyisa Chawane leads Proteas netball charge against Jamaica

Jamaica, currently ranked third in the world behind Australia and New Zealand, will be formidable opponents, and the South Africans have only won three of their 18 encounters.

Sport Netball
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Netball Proteas wary of Jamaica’s ‘good aerial game’

The netball Proteas, who finished 2024 on a high as the No 1-ranked team in Africa, travel to the Caribbean to take on Jamaica for the three-Test Margaret Beckford Sunshine series.

Sport
Rowan Callaghan|Published

Excitement surrounds new netball kits from PUMA and Netball South Africa

The kits are inspired by teams who are fuelled by passion

Saturday Star News
Ntombi Nkosi|Published

Fourteen, four sports, four provincial teams

Ballito teen pupil Summer Jolie Pritchard is making a mark for herself in sports by earning selection for four provincial teams.

iOS News
Monishka Govender|Published

Chawane calls for pro netball league in SA

The 28-year-old Chawane takes over from Msomi having also had a fair share of international team exposure, and Proteas caps that are nearing a century, and she is excited to have this opportunity.

Sunday Tribune Sport
Obakeng Meletse|Published

Paarl Gimnasium, Leifo Iziko Combined for International Youth Netball Challenge

Leading the pack and booking their ticket to the International Youth Netball Challenge in Singapore later this year will be Paarl Gimnasium and Leifo Iziko Combined.

Sunday Tribune Sport
Obakeng Meletse|Published