Netball greats have criticised the decision to stand down Dame Noeline Taurua as Silver Ferns coach, describing the handling of the situation as damaging to the sport.
Netball greats slam decision to stand down Dame Noeline Taurua
Netball greats have criticised the decision to stand down Dame Noeline Taurua as Silver Ferns coach, describing the handling of the situation as damaging to the sport.
Former internationals questioned both the timing, immediately before a series, and the absence of a clear public explanation from Netball New Zealand. Several argued that a coach with Taurua's record had earned the courtesy of transparency.
The criticism widened into a broader complaint about governance, with calls for the board to explain how the decision was reached and who was consulted.
Netball New Zealand has said little publicly, a strategy that has so far intensified rather than contained the reaction.
Greyhound Racing New Zealand chief executive Edward Rennell says the sport is facing a sobering final week, as New Zealand prepares to end commercial greyhound racing from Saturday.
Karin Burger and the Silver Ferns have passed their first major Commonwealth Games test in Glasgow, beating Jamaica 53-48 and ending a difficult run against the Sunshine Girls.
All Blacks assistant coach Tana Umaga says Ireland will arrive at Eden Park without fear next Saturday, putting New Zealand's long unbeaten run at the ground under a sharper spotlight.