Phoenix Karaka
The Silver Ferns defender is nimble on her feet, able to spring into action when need be and force a turnover or intercept with her read of the play. Karaka is a staple in the defence end with her experience to command plays and shut down the attacking options a prominent component of her game […]
Karin Burger
One of the most versatile and highly skilled players in the league, Burger is a defensive mastermind able to swing between wing defence and circle defence. The extra height allows her to be a real force through the midcourt, causing headaches for opposition attackers, often blocking their view with her three-foot marking. She is nimble […]
Beth Cobden
A talented defensive midcourter, Cobden uses her expansive speed and wingspan to impact play and while she is currently down and out of the squad with an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, she has plenty to offer the Roses and Adelaide Thunderbirds with her tactical brain and clean ball handling skills. With a strong drive […]
Natalie Metcalf
A speedy, versatile attacker, Nat Metcalf (nee Haythornthwaite) is a crucial name for both the England Roses and Manchester Thunder thanks to her constant pressing attack and ability to provide a handy option in any number of positions. Typically seen out in wing attack, Metcalf has impressive speed out of the gates to be a […]
