For the first time in 2019 South Africa’s premier netball tournament will have fans in attendance due to the relaxation of Covid-19 protocols.

The Proteas player and Crinums vice-captain, Khanyisa Chawane, told OFM Sport that they look forward to playing in front of fans.

“It is very exciting to be able to out there and play some netball again.

“Especially with spectators that will be coming to so that they can everything live.

“The past few years all competitions we played with no spectators and now it just feels like it will be something new again.

“It's something to look forward to and that is very exciting to have.”

The team itself also has a new look to it with a couple of the big names missing. The most notable are those of Sne Mdletshe and Lefebré Rademan.

The Shooters for 2022 are Claudia van den Berg, Rolene Streutker, Sheneca Smith, Xandri Fourie, Alyssa Trahms and Sizeka Adoons.

Centre court will be covered by Khanyisa Chawane, Sikholiwe Mdletshe, Bianca de Wee, Jade Lemmetjies, Sinothando Zimema and Refiloe Nketsa.

Ané Retief, Pheladi Mametje, Liame de Lange and Reratilwe Lestoalo will play in defence this season.

The Crinums open their campaign at 10:00 on Thursday morning against the Stings.

Morgan Piek OFM Sport