Finding Inspiration In Every Turn

Our Legacy

The Sapphires were founded in 2016 and quickly established itself as one of the most competitive in the league winning the championships in 2017 and more recently in 2023. Several past and present MW Sapphires athletes are now signed with teams in Australia’s top level elite netball competition; the Suncorp Super Netball League.

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The Open and U23 MW Sapphires squad is made up of approximately 30 local athletes who have decided to pursue netball at an elite level. These athletes dedicate an enormous amount of time as part of these teams, proudly representing our home in Manly Warringah as part of the League.

In 2020, the Sapphires added an Academy to its Program, giving local 15 and 16 year old representative level players, as well as emerging local coaches, the chance to learn from this outstanding program. These young athletes and coaches will be mentored by the MW Sapphires, providing further motivation, guidance,

and a clear pathway into elite netball.

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Our MW Sapphires teams enjoy strong support from their dedicated fan base, including junior teams from the Manly Warringah Netball Association. These enthusiastic supporters who often travel to Netball Central in Homebush to cheer on these inspirational athletes.

The Netball NSW Premier League program plays a crucial role in developing players, umpires, coaches, and technical officials, providing them with valuable experience at an elite level.

This program is also a vital pathway for the Manly Warringah Netball Association, one of the largest associations in NSW.