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Metcalf & Pechova in England's Commonwealth squad
Key takeaways
- Natalie Metcalf (left) won gold at the 2018 Commonwealth Games with England, while Jayda Pechova (right) is set for a Games debut
- Nat Metcalf has the chance to go for a second gold medal after being selected in England's netball squad for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with Fran Williams announced as captain.
- The 12-strong group includes four players from newly crowned Netball Super League champions AO Manchester Thunder.
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Natalie Metcalf (left) won gold at the 2018 Commonwealth Games with England, while Jayda Pechova (right) is set for a Games debut
Nat Metcalf has the chance to go for a second gold medal after being selected in England's netball squad for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with Fran Williams announced as captain.
The 12-strong group includes four players from newly crowned Netball Super League champions AO Manchester Thunder.
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