With heavy hearts, AVIS Magic confirms captain Ameliaranne Ekenasio will not be returning to the Waikato Bay of Plenty team for the 2026 ANZ Premiership.
AVIS Magic is saddened to announce that midcourter Claire O’Brien has informed the club she will not be returning to the team for the 2026 ANZ Premiership season.
Netball New Zealand has confirmed its 2025 national squad, with AVIS Magic’s Saviour Tui earning her first selection in the Silver Ferns shooting circle.
It was a night to remember for Georgie Edgecombe, who was recognised across the board at the 2025 AVIS Magic Awards Night, receiving Players Player, Members Player, and the prestigious Laura Langman Medal.
The partnership between the University of Waikato and Magic Netball continues to thrive in 2025, grounded in shared values around excellence, community impact, and future-focused learning. As a major sponsor of Magic Netball, the University supports not only the team’s success on the court but also career-building opportunities for students through real-world experiences.
Waikato Bay of Plenty AVIS Magic is deeply saddened by the passing of former player Katrina Anderson, aged 47, who proudly wore the Magic dress in the early 2000s.
AVIS Magic defender Georgia Tong has today announced her retirement from elite netball, closing the curtain on a standout career with the Magic franchise.
AVIS Magic showed heart and determination on the road in Christchurch, pushing the VIP Frames and Trusses Tactix in a competitive contest that finished 68–57 to the home side.