Lisa Bowman returns to international netball with Northern Ireland
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 3:25 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Goal shooter Lisa Bowman made an emotional return to the international stage for Northern Ireland in their opening match against England at the Commonwealth Games. Bowman scored 24 goals, although Northern Ireland suffered a defeat with a final score of 83-34. This marked her first appearance after an eight-year hiatus, having previously competed in the 2014 and 2018 Commonwealth Games. Despite the loss, Bowman expressed pride in her team's efforts and highlighted their plans to target upcoming matches. Northern Ireland will next face Malawi at the Hydro on Sunday at 14:00 BST.
- •Bowman scores 24 goals in her comeback match.
- •Northern Ireland loses 83-34 against England.
- •Bowman previously played in the 2014 and 2018 Games.
- •Northern Ireland targets upcoming matches after this match.
- •Next match is against Malawi on Sunday at Hydro.
- 3:25 PMYahoo Sports — Bowman 'honoured' to make return after eight-year hiatus
"Goal shooter Lisa Bowman says she had "goosebumps" playing for Northern Ireland in their opening Commonwealth Games defeat against England as she made her return to the international stage after an eight-year break.
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