Netball SA's reputation takes a knock
From the shock suspension of President Cecilia Molokwane, a tense grilling by MPs in Parliament, to the fallout still lingering from the 2023 Netball World Cup.
There is no doubt that the federation is under pressure.
When reputation takes a knock, so does financial support from sponsors.
The development of the sport could be at risk.
So far there's still no clear timeline how long the President's suspension will last. For now, Netball SA is going through hoops, to ensure this painful chapter closes sooner rather than later.
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