Laura Langman could be set to re-join her long-time mentor Noeline Taurua at the new Sunshine Coast netball franchise next year, adding further star power to what is shaping to be an impressive line-up. It is understood the star midcourter is considering the break as a sabbatical and will look to return to the New Zealand league in 2018 ahead of the Commonwealth Games and 2019 World Cup. Related Content Netball: Silver Ferns cruise past Jamaica Netball: Youth backed to cover tall targets Netball: HB festival's more than gameIt is expected once the collective players agreement (CPA) is sorted the teams will be in a position to quickly formalise their rosters. "With Laura [Langman] there's obviously things she has to work through with what happens with the New Zealand stuff. Netball Australia have also been closely involved with the process, offering Taurua guidance on which young players may fit into the Lightning programme.

Source: New Zealand Herald September 12, 2016 05:26 UTC