By Chisomo Phiri
The Malawi National Netball Team, the Queens, arrived home on Wednesday at Chileka International Airport from United Kingdom where they participated in the 2025 Vitality Nations Cup.
During their campaign, the Queens played eight games, securing two victories,a notable improvement from their previous outing, where they failed to register a single win against the world’s top-ranked teams.
Speaking to journalists ,Co-coach Peace Chawinga reflected on the team’s experience, highlighting the valuable exposure to new rules and technical skills introduced during the Quad Series.
“The competition provided us with an opportunity to learn and grow, and we are eager to build on this experience,” she said.
Netball Association of Malawi (NAM) President Vitumbiko Gubuduza echoed Chawinga’s sentiments, describing the tournament as a crucial stepping stone in the team’s rebuilding process.
“We are committed to nurturing and developing our talent, and this experience will be invaluable in our journey forward,” she said.
In a show of support for the team, NICO Holdings Corporate Affairs Manager Mbumba Mlia-Ndasauka announced plans to launch the Nico Top 12 Netball Tournament, aimed at scouting and nurturing talent for the national team.
“We are excited to partner with NAM in identifying and developing the next generation of netball stars,” she said.
