Manchester Thunder is thrilled to confirm the extension of our partnership with sportswear brand VX3, as the club ushers in a fresh visual identity with the release of its newly branded merchandise range. This collaboration reinforces Thunder’s ambition to lead in the professionalisation of netball, solidifying a strong platform for both parties in the seasons ahead. Under the renewed agreement, VX3 will continue to serve as Thunder’s official kit and apparel partner, as well as

After months of collaboration with our community of trailblazers, including fans, players, coaches, partners and local community groups, we’ve created a brand that reflects who we are, and where we’re going. Because we never stand still, and we will continue to push boundaries. We move fast. We move forward. We move as one. Manchester is a city that’s bold, proud, and unapologetically passionate. And our new logo acts as a badge that is stitched into

I’m delighted with the squad we’ve built for the 2026 season. For me, it’s always important to maintain a solid core, inject freshness, and ensure flexibility with combinations across all units. I really believe we have three strong units that give us the ability to throw different styles at opponents and be a big threat. It’s fantastic to have retained 8 of our 10 players from last season. This will allow us to solidify and

Australian netball star Sophie Fawns joins Manchester Thunder for the 2026 season We have today confirmed that Australian NSW Swifts shooting sensation, Sophie Fawns, will be joining us for the 2026 season, pairing with Vitality Rose Eleanor Cardwell in the shooting circle, who joined us from SSN rivals, Melbourne Mavericks. Sophie, a Wagga Wagga native and graduate of the Netball NSW Swifts pathway, made her elite debut as a temporary replacement player in 2022, before

“I just can’t wait to be back in the black and yellow as that is home for me” Last playing for Manchester Thunder in 2022, Eleanor was instrumental when we went undefeated all season and winning our fourth championship title. Making the move overseas to join Adelaide Thunderbirds in Australia for the 2023 season, she made a huge impact and helped them to make history and win the SSN (Suncorp Super Netball) premiership trophy for