New Generation of Diamonds Announced for 2027 World Cup

Australian Diamonds head coach Stacey Marinkovich has unveiled a new generation of players for the upcoming 2027 Netball World Cup, held on home soil.

Hannah Mundy, Georgie Horjus, and Ash Ervin.

Daughter of three-time world champion Shelley O'Donnell.

Midcourter who has impressed in Super Netball since her debut in 2021.

Set to fill the shoes of Liz Watson as wing attack.

Strong connections with fellow Vixens players in the squad.

22-year-old midcourter who won the Super Netball title with the Adelaide Thunderbirds in 2023.

Offers versatility as a goal attack and wing attack.

Key player for the Thunderbirds, showcasing outstanding form in Super Netball.

Represents the rising talent of South Australian netball.

21-year-old defender with impressive height, wingspan, and athleticism.

Strong intercepting skills and off-line style of play.

Has benefited from playing alongside Diamonds starting GK Courtney Bruce.

Earned Player of the Match award against the Queensland Firebirds with a dominant performance.

NSW Swifts midcourter Maddy Proud and Firebirds defender Ruby Bakewell-Doran have dropped out of the squad.

Former Diamond Emily Mannix and upcoming shooter Lucy Austin have been named as camp invitees.

"We're looking forward to harnessing their skill sets and embedding them within the broader Australian Diamonds culture and style of play. We've been incredibly impressed with the standard of Super Netball this year and with the development coming through Netball Australia's pathway programs including Fast5."

This new generation of Diamonds promises an exciting future for Australian netball, with the 2027 World Cup on home soil providing the perfect platform for these young stars to shine.