Anna Stembridge expresses confidence in England Netball ahead of Commonwealth Games

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Anna Stembridge expresses confidence in England Netball ahead of Commonwealth Games
Summary

Anna Stembridge, head coach of England Netball, is optimistic about the Vitality Roses' chances at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow this summer. She has emphasized the potential impact of younger players like Olivia Tchine, who is stepping up as a key contributor. Stembridge previously coached England from 2011 to 2015 and took over again in March after Jess Thirlby's departure. The squad is noted for its mix of inexperience and youthful energy, which Stembridge believes can be an advantage as they aim for gold.

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  • Anna Stembridge reassumes head coach role for England Netball.
  • The Commonwealth Games will take place in Glasgow this summer.
  • England lost close matches to New Zealand and Australia in 2014.
  • Olivia Tchine is emerging as a significant player for England.
  • Only three squad members have previous Commonwealth Games experience.
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England Netball head coach Anna Stembridge believes she has a squad good enough to make a major impact at this summer's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

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