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South Africa’s hopes of reaching the Commonwealth Games semi-finals came to an end after a hard-fought 58-54 defeat to England on Thursday night. South Africa South Africa made a confident start to the contest, taking control of the opening quarter with an energetic display that put England under pressure early on. They executed well at both ends of the court and deservedly finished the first quarter in front. England responded strongly in the second quarter, gradually finding their rhythm and capitalising on key opportunities to close the gap. Despite England's resurgence, South Africa remained composed and edged into the halftime break with a 29-28 lead. The second half continued at a high intensity, with England eventually taking control of the contest. South Africa refused to back down, showing resilience, determination and character against one of the tournament favourites. They fought until the final whistle, but England managed the closing stages well to secure a 58-54 vict...

South Africa and Australia played out a fiercely contested encounter, with both teams producing moments of brilliance across the four quarters. Despite Australia's dominant second quarter, South Africa showed tremendous resilience to finish strongly and head into their next fixture with plenty of positives. Australia narrowly edged the opening quarter 14-13, setting the tone for what looked to be a tightly contested battle. Their defensive intensity and composed attacking combinations allowed them to take a slender advantage after the opening 15 minutes. Australia remained dominant in the second quarter, taking control with an 18-8 performance. Their relentless pressure disrupted South Africa's attacking rhythm while capitalising on turnovers to open up a healthy lead heading into the halftime break. South Africa refused to back down after the interval. They produced a spirited third-quarter display, edging Australia 14-13 as they regained momentum through improved ball movemen...

Every successful netball team needs a player who connects every area of the court. For the South Africa, that player is increasingly becoming Tarle Mathe. Tarle Mathe The Durban-born midcourter has steadily established herself  as one of South Africa's brightest young talents. Comfortable at both centre (C) and wing defence (WD), Mathe made her debut for the South African national team in 2021 in Namibia after impressing through the domestic ranks. Since then, she has continued to grow into an influential member of the national setup, earning recognition for her composure, relentless work rate and ability to control the tempo of a match. Her rise has mirrored her success in domestic netball with the Gauteng Golden Fireballs, where standout performances saw her crowned Player of the Tournament in the 2025 Telkom Netball League. She has since continued that form in Proteas colours, establishing herself as one of the country's most dependable midcourt players. During South Africa...

Team South Africa continued their unbeaten run at the Commonwealth Games with another commanding display, defeating Northern Ireland after taking control in every quarter of the contest. South Africa's dominance was reflected on the scoreboard as they won each quarter 14-8, 18-10, 21-4 and 25-8, showcasing their growing confidence and cohesion on both ends of the court. South Africa dictated the pace from the opening whistle, combining disciplined defence with fluid attacking play. Their relentless pressure forced numerous turnovers, while their quick ball movement ensured they remained in control throughout the contest. One of the standout features of the performance was the exciting combination between Owethu Ngubane and Kamogelo Maseko in the shooting circle. The pair displayed outstanding chemistry, timing their leads perfectly and combining with slick one-two passes that repeatedly opened up the Northern Irish defence. Maseko's composed finishing and Ngubane's creativi...

Netball South Africa began their Commonwealth Games campaign with a statement performance, defeating Malawi 65–44 in their opening Pool A encounter. The fixture carried added significance, with Malawi historically being one of South Africa’s toughest opponents on the international stage. Known for their speed, athleticism and attacking flair, the Malawi Queens have often challenged the Proteas with their ability to play at a high tempo and punish defensive lapses. For South Africa, this opening match was about more than securing a win. It was an opportunity to set the tone for their Commonwealth Games campaign and show their intent against a familiar rival. The Proteas delivered exactly that winning all four quarters and producing a performance built on defensive discipline, composure and strong shooting execution. Match Review: Proteas Set the Tone South Africa started the match with purpose, taking an 18–12 lead after the opening quarter. Malawi immediately showed why their speed is ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE As the countdown to the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games continues, South Africa's SPAR Proteas are ready to take on one of the biggest stages in international netball. The team heads to Scotland carrying not only the hopes of millions of South Africans but also the responsibility of continuing to grow the game and inspire the next generation of young netball players. The announcement of the Commonwealth Games squad has generated excitement across the country. The selected players represent a healthy balance of experienced internationals and exciting young talent who have earned their places through consistent performances for both their franchises and the national team. The squad reflects the progress Netball South Africa has made over the past few years in strengthening its player pathway and ensuring that talented athletes are given opportunities to compete at the highest level. Leading the team into this campaign is head coach Jenny van Dyk, who will overse...