Introducing AO Netball Manchester Live 2025 On Sunday 16th March, we’re kicking off the launch of the new Netball Super League with a game that’s already being dubbed THE game of the season!  In a repeat of the 2024 Grand Final, two forces will come together at the AO Arena, as Manchester Thunder take on the current Netball Super League Champions, Loughborough Lightning. It’s our seventh AO Netball Manchester Live and it’s all to

We’re delighted to announce our new leadership team for the 2025 season! Head Coach Karen Greig said, “I’m delighted that we are able to share our new leadership group. In choosing a captain, it’s important that the squad and coaches have a great trust and working relationship, and having worked with Amy for over 10 years, I know she has all the attributes to be a fantastic Thunder captain. I am looking forward to seeing

Natalie Metcalf has today shared the lovely news that she is expecting her first baby in May 2025 with her husband Josh. Sharing her special news, Natalie said: “Josh and I can’t wait to welcome baby Metcalf into the world. I’m really grateful for the support I have received from club and country and hope to step back on court as a mum sometime in the future. In the meantime, I look forward to staying involved

Manchester Thunder to launch integrated Men’s and Mixed netball teams, setting a new standard for inclusivity, growth and talent development within the sport. Manchester Thunder, the four-time Netball Super League (NSL) champions, are delighted to announce an agreement with Manchester Spartans netball, that will see the creation of the first fully integrated elite-level Women’s, Men’s and Mixed netball franchise in the world. Rebranded as Manchester Thunder Men’s and Mixed netball, this agreement represents a landmark

We’re very excited to introduce VX3 as our brand new official kit partner on a 3 year deal, meaning that you’ll see the VX3 logo on all of our NSL dresses, training wear and replica tops and merchandise which are set to drop over the next few weeks. VX3 are a young, fresh and innovative sportswear brand, specialising in high-performance technical sportswear renowned for being high quality and excellent value. Gary Young, Manchester Thunder’s Commercial