The Fast5 Netball World Series returns to the international circuit this year after pandemic-related disruption. For the next three years the tournament will be hosted by New Zealand, this year at the Christchurch Arena in Christchurch.
Fast5 is an exciting modified version of netball, where we see five-a-side teams, multiple-point shots and double-point power plays. The quarters are also shorter than a traditional netball match.
World Netball CEO, Clare Briegal said the following about the return of Fast5:
“The FAST5 Netball World Series has had incredible success and a strong following and we’re looking forward to seeing that growth continue over the next three editions.”
In its inaugural year in 2009, this version of netball was known as Fast Net, but evolved into Fast5 in 2012. Australia, England, Fiji, Jamaica, Malawi, New Zealand, Samoa and South Africa have all participated in this tournament.
The last time the Fast5 took place was in 2018 in Melbourne Australia, with New Zealand taking home the gold, followed by Jamaica and Australia. The Ferns have been dominant in this competition, have held the title seven times.
This year, the top six teams will be invited. These teams are New Zealand, Jamaica, Australia, England, South Africa and Uganda. The schedule for this year will also include a mix of men’s teams and youth exhibition matches.
The South African Fast5 squad who will travel to New Zealand on 5 and 6 November was announced by Netball SA this week and includes the travelling squad, the non-travelling reserves as well as the team management.
South Africa Fast5 Team Announcement:
- Shannon Bartlett
- Xandri Fourie
- Tarle Mathe
- Owethu Ngubane
- Refiloe Nketsa
- Zandre Smith
- Nicola Smith
- Jeanie Steyn
- Jeante Strydom
- Nichole Taljaard
- Non-traveling reserves:
- Sian Moore
- Didintle Keebine
Management:
- Head coach: Martha Mosoahle-Samm
- Assistant coach: Erin Burger
- Team Manager: Tholakele Nsele
- Physio: Narita du Toit
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— Netball South Africa (@Netball_SA) September 16, 2022
South Africa's FAST5⃣🇿🇦 Team who will participate at the 2022 FAST5⃣ Netball World Series 4-6 November in Christchurch 🚀👏#SAFast5 | #Fast5WorldSeries pic.twitter.com/YxKknvEiY2
