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SPAR Proteas Finalize World Cup Squad: Ready to Make History

Sport South Africa Contributor by Sport South Africa Contributor
6 July 2023
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SPAR Proteas Finalize World Cup Squad: Ready to Make History

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - MAY 19: the team during the South Africa women's national netball team squad announcement at SuperSport Studios on May 19, 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Lee Warren/Gallo Images)

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Netball South Africa has unveiled the final twelve players who will proudly represent the country as part of the SPAR Proteas team at the upcoming 2023 Netball World Cup. Following a rigorous selection process and intensive training camp led by Head Coach Norma Plummer, the federation has chosen a squad of talented athletes who will compete on home soil in a world cup for the first time in sixty years. With high expectations for a podium finish, the team is ready to make history and cement their place in the annals of African netball. Netball South Africa President, Cecilia Molokwane, expressed confidence in the selected players and emphasized the federation’s unwavering support.

The Chosen Team:

The final squad comprises a stellar lineup of skilled players who have demonstrated their prowess on the court. Bongiwe Msomi has been appointed as captain, while Karla Pretorius will serve as vice-captain. The team also includes Khanyisa Chawane, Izette Griesel, Phumza Maweni, Lenize Potgieter, Nicola Smith, Jeante Strydom, Nichole Taljaard, Elmere van der Berg, Shadine van der Merwe, and Ine-Mari Venter.

Additionally, three players have been selected as reserves: Owethu Ngubane, Refiloe Nketsa, and Lefebre Rademan.

Supporting the Team:

Netball South Africa President, Cecilia Molokwane, expressed the federation’s unwavering support for the team and their pursuit of success at the Netball World Cup. With the tournament being hosted on African soil, the expectations for a podium finish are high. Molokwane emphasized the importance of not merely being spectators in their own backyard but actively striving for success. The federation is confident in the selected players’ abilities and is fully committed to providing them with the support they need to make history and bring glory to South Africa and the entire African continent.

Final Preparations:

The SPAR Proteas team will reconvene in Cape Town on the 14th of July 2023 for their final training camp ahead of the Vitality Netball World Cup. This gathering will serve as a crucial opportunity for the players to fine-tune their skills, enhance team chemistry, and finalize their strategies before the tournament commences.

The Netball World Cup:

The highly anticipated 2023 Netball World Cup is set to take place from the 28th of July to the 6th of August at the prestigious Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). As the pinnacle event in international netball, the tournament will showcase the talents of teams from around the globe. Excitingly, all matches will be broadcast on both free-to-air SABC and pay TV channel Supersport, ensuring widespread coverage and enabling fans to cheer on the SPAR Proteas from the comfort of their homes.

Conclusion:

With the final squad in place, the SPAR Proteas are poised to make their mark at the 2023 Netball World Cup. Supported by Netball South Africa and a passionate nation, these talented athletes are determined to excel on home soil and secure a coveted podium finish. As they continue their preparations and fine-tune their game, anticipation and excitement build among netball enthusiasts nationwide. Come July, all eyes will be on Cape Town as the SPAR Proteas showcase their skills, passion, and unwavering commitment to making history in the world of netball.

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