Reinga Bloxham appointed interim head coach for Wales netball team
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 5:42 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Wales has appointed New Zealander Reinga Bloxham as interim head coach as they prepare for the qualifying tournament for the 2027 Netball World Cup. The team is focused on improving after a 10th-place finish at the Commonwealth Games. Bloxham, previously the head coach of Dragons, aims for three wins in their upcoming matches against Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, and Scotland, which are critical for World Cup qualification. She emphasizes a process-driven approach, recognizing the team's need for a fresh start.
- •Wales aims to qualify for the 2027 Netball World Cup.
- •Bloxham previously led Dragons to fifth place in the Netball Super League.
- •Wales faces Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, and Scotland this weekend.
- •Bloxham targets three wins to secure World Cup qualification.
- •The team is implementing a fresh start under Bloxham's leadership.
- 5:42 AMYahoo Sports — The Kiwi aiming to lead Wales to Netball World Cup
"Wales will be led by New Zealander Reinga Bloxham as they aim to qualify for the 2027 Netball World Cup in Australia.
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