Record exodus of Silver Ferns players heading overseas amid domestic league concerns
Eighteen New Zealand netballers, including ten Commonwealth gold medallists, are leaving to play abroad.
A record number of Silver Ferns players are heading overseas, with ten Commonwealth gold medallists among those departing. The mass exodus reflects growing concerns about the domestic netball competition. Reports suggest Netball NZ is seeking to address the crisis affecting player retention.
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Mass Silver Ferns exodus: The staggering numbers that show why NZ netball is in crisis
Ten Commonwealth gold medallists are among 18 Kiwi netballers heading offshore as domestic competition doubts trigger a record player drain.