First Nations State Team 

Following a successful pilot in 2024, the First Nations Tournament is now a permanent fixture on the national netball calendar. 

The tournament features under-23 aged teams from every state and territory as they compete across five days of competition.  The 2026 tournament will take place from Wednesday 16 to Sunday 20 September. The location is still to be confirmed by Netball Australia. 

Netball Victoria commits to fostering a safe and inclusive environment where First Nations women and girls are respected and valued throughout the tournament and within the netball community.

2026 First Nations Team 

Allirah Kerr – GunaiKurnai / Palawa
Anna Solomon – Dunghutti / Ngarigo Monero
Ashlee Hyde – Wambaia
Brigitte Demamiel – Wiradjuri 
Chloe Eyre – Wamba Wamba
Djura Weston – Yorta Yorta / Warlpiri
Holly Stephens – Kurnai
Keely Kinsey – Wadawurrung
Manon Muir – Boon Wurrung
Olivia Spence – Marra
Tully Bethune – Wiradjuri
Tylah McCleish – Kaprun

Training Partners
Training Partners will be announced shortly.

The 2026 First Nations Academy will be announced shortly.

2026 State Team Officials 

Head Coach: Lee Bevan-Woodley - Kija
Assistant Coach: Rachael Paterson - palawa / Bunurong
Team Manager: Fiona Hale - Yorta Yorta
Physiotherapist: Jackson Casey
S&C Coach: Rushi Patel

For further information, please contact Netball Victoria's Community team - nvcommunity@netballvic.com.au
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