Silver Ferns trials underway

Silver Ferns trials underway

Trials are underway in Auckland for the Silver Ferns team to contest the New World Netball Series for Constellation Cup.

The lure of wearing the coveted black dress against the world champion Australian Diamonds is on the line with 24 Silver Ferns hopefuls going head-to-head for 12 places.

The upcoming Test Series will be the last for Silver Ferns coach Waimarama Taumaunu at the helm of the team, after announcing in September she would not seek reappointment.

11 members of the silver medal-winning Netball World Cup team headline the list of triallists; with Maria Tutaia granted extended leave by Netball New Zealand, making her unavailable for selection.

Netball New Zealand will announce the Silver Ferns team for the Constellation Cup via media release at11am, Wednesday 7 October. The Silver Ferns will be available from 1pm for interviews and visuals.

Details of media opportunities at the Silver Ferns trials are:

Tuesday 6 October – media session
Who: Silver Ferns triallists, plus Silver Ferns coach Waimarama Taumaunu
Where: AUT Sport and Fitness Centre, Akoranga Drive, Northcote
When: 10.45am – 11.30am
Please liaise with Amy Wadwell, 021 523 561, to confirm your attendance.

Wednesday 7 October – Constellation Cup team announcement
Who: Silver Ferns team, plus Silver Ferns coach Waimarama Taumaunu
Where: Commonwealth Room, Millennium Institute of Sport, Antares Place, Mairangi Bay
When: 1pm – 2pm
Please liaise with Amy Wadwell, 021 523 561, to confirm your attendance.

USEFUL INFO
Silver Ferns triallists announced – click here
Online home of the Silver Ferns - silverferns.co.nz
Silver Ferns Constellation Cup Match Day info - click here

The New World Netball Series for the Constellation Cup will be broadcast LIVE in New Zealand on SKY Sport (check local guides).

ENDS.

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