Top-tier domestic netball returns this week with the highly anticipated start of the Red Stripe Flavours Elite Netball League, kicking off Friday, June 27, at the Leila Robinson Courts with an exciting double-header that promises fast-paced action and fierce competition.

The opening match at 6:30 PM sees St. Catherine Racers, led by Sunshine Girl Abigail Sutherland, go head-to-head with a strong St. Ann Orchids team captained by Adean Thomas. The Orchids’ lineup also boasts national-caliber players Mischa Creary and Theresa Beckford, setting the stage for a high-quality showdown.

At 8:00 PM, the spotlight turns to Kingston Hummingbirds versus the JPS Shiners — the official Jamaica Under-21 squad. The Hummingbirds will be led by co-captains Khadijah Williams and Paula-Ann Burton, with support from key players like Leniece Williams, Tracy-Ann Francis, and Zonasha Hinds. On the other side, the young Shiners bring boasts Roxonna McLean, Kellian Hunter, and Tiana Reid, all of whom are looking to prove their mettle on the big stage.

The 2025 Red Stripe Flavours Elite Netball League will run until July 27, featuring five teams and 56 players, including two overseas-based talents — one competing in England and the other in Australia. The league showcases the best of local talent while preparing national prospects for international competition.

Manchester Spurs are the defending champions and feature the likes of Kimone Shaw, Alliyah Hibbert, and captain Zaudi Green.

Teams in the 2025 League:

Kingston Hummingbirds

Khadijah Williams (C), Paula-Ann Burton (C), Leniece Williams, Natasha Senior, Shion Clarke, Taina Rodney, Tania Thomas, Tiffany Langley, Tracy-Ann Francis, Trishara Monroe, Zonasha Hinds.

Manchester Spurs

Zaudi Green (C), Alliyah Hibbert, Amanda Pinkney, Amyyah Bryan, Christeina Bryan, Hannah Kuhar, Kimone Shaw, Mone Wilmot, Quianna Walker, Rasheda Robinson, Sasha-Gaye Dixon.

St. Ann Orchids

Adean Thomas (C), Adonieka Comrie, Asharie Thomas, Dhanyel Johnson, Kestina Sturridge, Mischa Creary, Nathalee Campbell, Tasheka Reid, Theresa Beckford, Shaliah Bishop.

St. Catherine Racers

Abigail Sutherland (C), Activia Dixon, Danielle Jordan-Taft, Javelle Brown, Kelsey Jones, Mikala Morrison, Samantha White, Samoya Sullior, Shanelle Bentley, Simone Gordon.

JPS Shiners (Jamaica U-21)

Roxonna McLean (C), Shanai Martin (C), Evlyn Smith (C), Azara Wilmot, Deandra Edwards, De-Eziah Martin, Fentonian Henry, Jada Ricketts, Jessica Chaplain, Kaydeen Gordon, Kellian Hunter, Mali Akinrinlola, Nickesha Powell, Shaqwan Hamilton, Tamera Jarrett, Tianna Reid, Tori Akinrinlola.

Following the five-round league phase, which concludes on July 11, the playoffs will begin on July 13, leading up to the Grand Final on July 27.