Congratulations to Year 7 student Martha, who has been selected to join the Manchester Thunder Under-12 Pathway Programme.

Martha currently plays for Wyre Netball Club, having joined earlier this year to further develop her game. Following two highly competitive trial weekends, she secured a place in the pathway as a Goal Attack/Wing Attack, competing against talented young netballers from across the North.

The Manchester Thunder Pathway is an elite player development programme designed to identify and nurture future netball talent. Players benefit from specialist coaching, structured development opportunities and high-level competition within one of the country's leading netball organisations.

Alongside her new Thunder commitments, Martha will continue to play for Wyre Netball Club while attending additional training sessions through the pathway programme.

Martha is passionate about netball and is extremely proud to have earned her place with Manchester Thunder. This is a fantastic achievement and a testament to her hard work, dedication and talent. We look forward to watching her continue to develop and wish her every success in the future.

Well done, Martha!