🔥 Trending Silver Ferns Commonwealth Games: Latest News and Updates

The Silver Ferns, New Zealand's national netball team, have announced their 12-strong squad for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games ¹³⁵. The team, led by captain Karin Burger and vice-captain Kate Heffernan, features a mix of experienced players and nine Commonwealth Games debutants ¹³. Notable new selections include Mila Reuelu-Buchanan and Martina Salmon from the Northern Stars ⁷. Head Coach Dame Noeline Taurua has expressed confidence in the squad, even backing two previously injured players to be fit for the competition ³⁶. The team has been preparing for the Games with a northern tour, including a return to Scotland for the first time in over a decade ²⁴. Briony Akle was also appointed as the Assistant Coach to work alongside Dame Noeline Taurua for the 2026 Commonwealth Games ⁸. New Zealand will be looking to improve upon their bronze-medal finish at the previous Commonwealth Games ⁷. The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games will feature various sports, with full results available on platforms like Olympics.com ¹⁰.