Tracey Neville's team defeated huge favourites Australia to win Commonwealth Games gold in Gold Coast in April. Their 52-51 win saw them stun the hosts on the siren to become the first team other than Australia or New Zealand to win the event. Their remarkable run also saw them climb to second in the world rankings, and they have now been recognised with the Team of the Year gong to cap off an unforgettable year. (Image: Getty)Many expected the England football team to win the prize after their dramatic journey to the World Cup semi-finals, but the victorious Netball team got the nod from organisers. England women's cricket team won the Team of the Year award last time out, whilst the women's rugby union squad were given the accolade in 2014.

Source: Daily Mirror December 16, 2018 20:54 UTC