27 April 2026

Aotearoa Māori Netball Oranga Healthy Lifestyles Trust (AMNOHL) is proud to announce the 2026 Aotearoa Māori Netball Secondary Schools (AMNSS) Squad, following a highly competitive national trials camp held in Tāmaki Makaurau on 25–26 April.

A total of 38 kōhine from across the motu attended the two-day camp, representing their respective rohe and showcasing the depth of emerging Māori netball talent. The trials were hosted at Ngā Puna o Waiōrea with noho marae ensuring the kaupapa was grounded in tikanga Māori, manaakitanga, and collective wellbeing.

The programme combined physical testing, skill development, and match play, alongside whakawhanaungatanga and cultural components including pepeha sharing and connection to whakapapa. This holistic approach reflects AMNOHL’s commitment to developing not only athletes, but confident, connected rangatahi who are strong in their identity.

Following the weekend, 21 kōhine have been selected into the extended squad, progressing to the next stage of the national pathway.

Head Coach Taz Tawhara and Assistant Coach Diane Pakau reflected on the standard of the trial and the collective effort behind the weekend:

“The trial was highly competitive, with 38 kōhine in attendance, and from this group 21 players have been selected into the 2026 AMNSS squad. We are very excited about the next phase, with the final trial to be held in Pōneke over King’s Birthday Weekend, where we will select our final team.

We also extend our thanks to all those who contributed to this kaupapa. The collective support and manaakitanga shown throughout the weekend created an environment where our kōhine could perform and thrive.”

The squad will reconvene in Pōneke over King’s Birthday Weekend, where the final team of 12 players and 3 reserves will be named to represent Aotearoa Māori.

This kaupapa continues to provide a strong platform for rangatahi Māori to pursue excellence in netball while strengthening leadership, connection to culture, and pride in who they are.

For further information, please contact:

Elaine Wi
National Netball Manager
ewi@amnohl.com