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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!

June 2, 2026

Wales Netball opens nominations for Members Council in landmark step for the sport

Wales Netball is today calling on its members to step forward and help shape the future of the sport, as nominations open for the newly established Members Council -a milestone moment in the organisation’s Ymladd 2030 transformation. The Members Council was voted into existence by Wales Netball members at an Extraordinary General Meeting on 27 […]

May 19, 2026

Wales Netball celebrates outgoing Head Coach Emily Handyside as Ymladd 2030 programme enters new era

Wales Netball today pays tribute to Welsh Feathers Head Coach Emily Handyside, who has made the decision to step down from her role following the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, as the organisation prepares to recruit a full-time national Head Coach as part of its Ymladd 2030 strategy. Emily has overseen one of the most significant […]

March 12, 2026

Wales Netball Seeking Three Non-Executive Directors To Join Its Board

Wales Netball is looking to appoint three enthusiastic and forward-thinking people with specific skills, experience and knowledge to join its Board of Directors. These independent non‑executive directors will bring expertise in either safeguarding, performance or external affairs and will help strengthen the Board’s skills, perspectives and diversity. Their contribution will support delivery of our Ymladd […]

January 21, 2026

Wales Netball Seeking Two Non-Executive Directors To Join Its Board

Wales Netball is looking to appoint two enthusiastic and forward-thinking people with specific skills, experience and knowledge to join its Board of Directors. These independent non‑executive directors will bring expertise in either finance or commercial development and will help strengthen the Board’s skills, perspectives and diversity. Their contribution will support delivery of our Ymladd 2030 […]

December 22, 2025

December Organisation of the Month

In a story of enduring dedication, community spirit, and sporting excellence, Central Netball Club is celebrating a monumental anniversary! What was thought to be their 50th year has been delightfully overturned by a discovery, revealing the club’s true founding year as 1968. This means Central Netball Club is officially marking its 57th anniversary – an incredible milestone […]

Extraordinary General Meeting Announcement & Engagement Period

The below information was emailed to everybody on the Wales Netball newsletter subscriber group on the 9th December. If you missed this email, please see the information below. Engagement Period Following our member update post the AGM, we have officially opened the Engagement Period for you to provide your feedback on the new proposed changes […]