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August 2, 2022

Nia Jones reaches milestone 50th Cap against Australia

1 match after her teammate notched up her 50^th cap, co-captain Nia Jones celebrates her 50^th cap in a high intensity match against Australia.

Nia made her debut for Wales Netball back in 2013, against Scotland and she has firmly become a fan favourite. Her dogged determination and flare is what sets her apart on court, but her personality is the reason why she is liked by many.

The 22^nd Commonwealth Games marks Nia’s 3^rd appearance at the games and she has grown in strength after every one. For her 50^th game, Nia certainly had a battle against the Australian wing attacks (Liz Watson and Kiera Austin), but within the first 5 minutes, the co-captain made her mark against the world number one team.

Throughout the match, Nia held her own and pressured the opposition into making mistakes. She continually helped in attack and fed her teammates with precision.

Congratulations Nia! We’ve loved watching you play in all 50 matches, and can’t wait to watch 50 more!

August 28, 2026

Meet our Community Development Team: More support, closer to your community

Wales Netball’s Community Development Team continue to work across the whole of Wales, providing regional support to clubs, leagues, schools and the wider netball community. The roles are designed to strengthen Wales Netball’s presence within local communities and provide a direct point of contact for those involved in the delivery and development of the game. […]

August 19, 2026

Welsh Feathers coaching chapter enters a new phase

As the Welsh Feathers now turn their attention towards World Cup qualification, Wales Netball can confirm that Reinga Bloxham will take on the role of Interim Head Coach, supported by Sarah Lewis as Interim Assistant Coach for the World Cup Qualifiers in September. Reinga currently serves as Head Coach of the LexisNexis Risk Solutions Dragons […]

August 14, 2026

Passing the baton: Welsh Feathers coaching chapter enters a new phase

Wales Netball has paid tribute to outgoing Welsh Feathers Head Coach Emily Handyside and Assistant Coach Natalie Roddy following the conclusion of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games campaign. Emily announced earlier this year that she would step down following the Commonwealth Games, bringing to a close a transformational four-year period with the Welsh Feathers programme. […]

June 30, 2026

Wales Netball announces Team Wales netball squad for Glasgow 2026

We are proud to announce the 12 athletes selected to represent Team Wales in netball at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games this summer. The squad will travel to Glasgow for the XXIII Commonwealth Games, taking place from 23 July to 2 August 2026, with the netball competition being staged at The Hydro from 25 July […]

June 18, 2026

Wales Netball secures major new investment in the Dragons, as Ymladd 2030 gathers pace

We are pleased to announce a major new investment in the parent company of our professional club, the Dragons, marking an important milestone in our Ymladd 2030 strategy. The investment sees Machroes Holdings Limited take a 40% shareholding in the club, bringing new capital into the Dragons to strengthen the club and support its ambitions […]

June 17, 2026

HOLD THE DATE: Welsh Feathers to face Tonga in Commonwealth Games send-off

The Welsh Feathers will face Tonga in Cardiff on Sunday 19 July, giving supporters one final chance to see the team in action on home soil before they head to the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. The ticketed international friendly will take place at House of Sport, Cardiff, with the match starting at 1pm. The fixture […]