The silky shooter announced the news today after withdrawing from the Silver Ferns and Central Pulse squads. Showing impressive form for both the Pulse and Silver Ferns this year, Ekenasio had been looking forward to further enhancing her credentials in next year's new elite domestic competition before learning of her pregnancy. Born in Queensland, Ekenasio, 25, has played for the Pulse for two seasons and was eligible for the Silver Ferns by virtue of her New Zealand-born father. Related Content Netball: Sam Sinclair and Kelly Jury the two newcomers in Silver Ferns squad Netball: Silver Ferns centre Laura Langman reigns supreme once again Netball: Loss of test stars forces changes to Silver Ferns' Fast5 team"All going well I would hope to be back on court as soon as possible. I'm not sure what I'm in for post-baby and I'm sure it's not going to be easy but I have every intention of getting back out there."

Source: New Zealand Herald November 14, 2016 02:11 UTC