Scotland’s U17 Netball Triumph on Day 1

9th March 2024

Opening Day Success: Scotland’s Strong Start

Impressive Debut: Scotland’s U17 netball team marked an exceptional start at the European Championships in Gibraltar, featuring standout performances and notable debuts. Scotland finished their first of 3 day competition with wins over Republic of Ireland 50-37 and UAE 62-45.

Eight New Caps Shine:

U17 Scotland Squad competing in Europe Netball Championships 2024

Sophie Craig, POM game 1

Brooke Butterfield,

Evie Light, POM game 1

Olivia Doherty,

Rae Nelson,

Hannah Proudfoot,

Ava Watson

Alexandra Howitt

They all made significant impacts in their debut matches, contributing to the team’s success.

Coach’s Insight

Head coach, Nikki Lloyd expressed delight in the squad’s display of hard work, determination, and seamless connections, leading to two robust performances. The adaptability and maturity shown by the team, especially by the newcomers, were highlighted as key factors in their success.
“The learning & application from game 1 to 2 was really impressive and their ability to maintain composure and adapt to momentum challenges showed maturity and their focus on being the best they can be.”

Focused Strategy: Looking Towards Wales

Inward Focus: With a crucial match against Wales on the horizon, the team’s strategy remains introspective, emphasizing principles, structures, and values to foster continuous growth.

Squad Goals: The commitment to focusing on their own game, improving team cohesion, and adhering to strategic principles is central to Scotland’s approach to retaining their silver medal from last year’s competition.

Coach’s Perspective: “Our focus on being the best we can be, through our own principles and values, ensures we continue to grow and work towards our squad goals.”