By Shaffie A Mtambo
The Malawian netball team, the Malawi Queens, is poised to depart from Chileka International Airport on Monday, January 27, 2025, bound for London. In preparation for the upcoming tournament, head coaches Mary Waya and Peace Kaluwa have announced a 12-player squad, carefully selected to represent Malawi on the international stage.
The team’s defensive lineup boasts an impressive roster, including Towera Vinkhumbo, Shabel Bengo, Grace Mwafukirwa, Thocco Makunganya, and Martha Dambo. The mid-court position will be anchored by Takondwa Lwazi, Thandie Galeta, and Florence Gamuka, while the shooting lineup consists of Tendai Masamba, Joyce Mvula, Ethel Ng’ambie, and Ruth Kaliyenda.
Notably, the squad strikes a balance between youth and expertise, with six new faces joining six experienced players. Coaches Mary Waya and Peace Kaluwa have expressed confidence in the team’s preparedness, citing the intense 21-day training session that has honed the players’ skills.
The Malawi Queens will face stiff competition in London, with matches scheduled against England, Uganda, and South Africa. Netball fans in Malawi are eagerly anticipating the team’s performance, and the Queens are expected to return home on February 12, 2025.
