Jamaica Sunshine Girls Will Play England in Horizon Series
The four-match netball series will take place between London and Jamaica in November and December 2026.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Tennis
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The Jamaica Sunshine Girls netball team will play a four-match series against England starting November 21, 2026. This series follows the team's silver medal performance at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.
Why it matters
The team is prioritizing physical conditioning after identifying fitness deficiencies during their Commonwealth Games campaign. They are currently utilizing targeted gym training and intensive fitness work to improve their competitive standing.
The Horizon Series will feature four matches between the third-ranked England and fourth-ranked Jamaica. Latanya Wilson, a 25-year-old player with five years of experience on the team, is part of the training camp preparations.
The players
Jamaica Sunshine Girls
The national netball team of Jamaica that holds a world ranking of fourth.
England
The national netball team of England that currently holds a world ranking of third.
Latanya Wilson
A 25-year-old player who has been with the Sunshine Girls for five years and currently plays for the Adelaide Thunderbirds.
The details
Senior players are currently participating in a training camp to ensure they reach peak physical condition for the upcoming matches. The team is integrating specialized gym sessions to bridge the gap in fitness identified during their recent international tournament appearance.
Timeline
November 21, 2026: First match of the Horizon Series in London.
November 22, 2026: Second match of the Horizon Series in London.
December 5, 2026: Third match of the Horizon Series in Jamaica.
December 6, 2026: Fourth match of the Horizon Series in Jamaica.
Season Trajectory
This series allows both national programs to test their rosters against top-tier competition following their performance at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. The outcome of these four matches will significantly impact the international rankings for both Jamaica and England.
Fans will be watching to see how the squad's intensive gym training manifests in their performance against the world's third-ranked team. The four-match structure provides a crucial opportunity for the Sunshine Girls to improve their global standing.
The takeaway
The series highlights the importance of data-driven fitness regimens in elite international netball. Athletes and teams can apply this focus on physical conditioning to improve performance levels following competitive failures.
Further reading
For more information on upcoming international sports competitions, visit Tennis.
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