Photo: Getty ImagesFormer Silver Ferns captain Casey Kopua will return to top-level netball next season after re-signing with the Waikato-Bay of Plenty Magic. Kopua served as technical adviser at the Magic this season after pregnancy ruled her out of a playing role. Magic coach Margaret Forsyth, who has stepped into the role vacated by Fitzgerald, said she is delighted to have two influential international players back in the ranks. It is the role of the Magic to nurture and develop that talent in a way that is best for Monica." There is also doubt over whether veteran defender Leana de Bruin will return to the franchise next season after announcing her international retirement last week.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 23, 2016 08:03 UTC