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Senior Womens Team

New Zealand Lacrosse is proud to announce the selection of the Senior Women’s National Team as they begin preparations for the upcoming Women’s World Championship in Poland, 2026.

The squad brings together a talented group of athletes from across Aotearoa and overseas, all committed to representing New Zealand on the world stage. Over the coming months, the team will focus on building combinations, strengthening connections and preparing for the intensity of international competition.

New Zealand Senior Women’s Team list – competing in 2026 World Lacrosse Division II Senior Women’s Championship:

Amelia Rettkowicz  Annelies Banks Bridget Hill Brooke Bolstad
Elizabeth Hardiman Gemma McCall Georgia Clarkin-Rush Holly Harris
Isabella Pellet Katie Hollands Lydia Hayden Maya Rutherford
Meg Hazlett Megan Mitchell Nancy Yuan Piper Russell
Sarah Butler Sophia Webb Zoe Taylor
Alternate:  Cameron Mitchelson

Head Coaches: Nigel Tan & Shannon McHale

Assistant Coaches: Nikki Fordyce

Support Coach: Richard Banks

Strength & Conditioning Coach: Bex Ailles

Managers: Maree Clarkin & Mandy Leeson

Physio: Natalie Taylor