The Adelaide Thunderbirds have finalised their 2021 list with the arrival of exciting talent Latanya Wilson.
The Jamaican young gun is the final piece in Adelaide’s puzzle, joining fellow Sunshine Girl Shamera Sterling and emerging Australian talent Matilda Garrett in the defensive end.
Wilson joined the Celtic Dragons in the UK Vitality Netball Superleague for 2020 but will exchange green for pink in 2021.
She first represented Jamaica at the Netball World Youth Cup in 2017 and earnt her first selection as a senior Sunshine Girl at the start of 2020.
In January this year, she made her international debut during the Netball Nations Cup, lining up in the defensive circle alongside Sterling.
Thunderbirds’ High Performance Manager Pitre Bourdon said Wilson would bring great athleticism and energy to the side.
“Latanya made a strong start to the COVID shortened 2020 season with the Dragons in the UK, demonstrating her tenacity and ability to influence a game,” Bourdon said.
“She’s definitely a hunter out on court and we love that she has the versatility to perform in all defensive positions.
“Latanya has great potential to have a real impact at SSN level and we can’t wait to start working with her.”
Wilson said she was extremely excited to be joining the Thunderbirds for the 2021 season.
“I cannot wait to be in Adelaide to meet the team,” Wilson said.
“This is a great opportunity for me, and I can’t wait to get on court with the girls.”
Adelaide Thunderbirds 2021 list
- Matilda Garrett
- Samantha Gooden
- Georgie Horjus
- Elle McDonald
- Maisie Nankivell
- Hannah Petty
- Lenize Potgieter
- Shamera Sterling
- Shadine van der Merwe
- Latanya Wilson
