Krystine and Carla are joined by four stars from Loughborough Lightning - Shadine van der Merwe, Victoria Burgess, Ella Clark and Alice Harvey - for a lively and insightful look inside one of the Netball Super League’s top teams.

The group chat covers everything from team culture and training standards to match-day preparation, on-court connections and the personalities that make Lightning tick. With stories from elite competition, honest reflections on pressure and performance, and plenty of dressing room banter, this episode is packed with energy, insight and laughs - proving that even the best teams still argue over who brings the snacks.

Thanks to our brand new partner Akuma Sports - For top quality custom kit produced in the UK, visit: https://www.akumasports.com/sports/netball/

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Krystine Strama aka Kris / princess 

Carla Garey

A self-confessed netball addict, I’ve been playing for nearly 14 years and basically live and breathe the sport (my husband insists on calling it “a hobby,” but we all know better 😆).

When I’m not on court, I’m running multiple businesses, wrangling my five kids, and squeezing 20 tasks into every day. I work at 100 miles an hour and get more done before lunch than most people manage all week — fuelled entirely by Diet Coke and donuts.

Krystine and Carla are joined by the energetic and fearless Paige Reed for a brilliant chat about confidence, competitiveness and carving out your place in netball.

Paige shares her journey through the game, the mindset it takes to back yourself on court, and how she approaches pressure situations when the game is on the line. From honest reflections to fun behind-the-scenes stories, this episode is packed with personality, practical insight and plenty of laughs - proving that sometimes the best way to play your game… is to just go for it and deal with the chaos later.

Thanks to our brand new partner Akuma Sports - For top quality custom kit produced in the UK, visit: https://www.akumasports.com/sports/netball/

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Krystine Strama aka Kris / princess 

Carla Garey

A self-confessed netball addict, I’ve been playing for nearly 14 years and basically live and breathe the sport (my husband insists on calling it “a hobby,” but we all know better 😆).

When I’m not on court, I’m running multiple businesses, wrangling my five kids, and squeezing 20 tasks into every day. I work at 100 miles an hour and get more done before lunch than most people manage all week — fuelled entirely by Diet Coke and donuts.

In this globally-focused episode, Krystine and Carla sit down with Sonya Otterway, CEO of Netball America to explore how netball is evolving across America. From building the sport from the ground up in the United States to competing and coaching at the highest levels internationally, this episode dives into the realities of growing the game, creating pathways, and developing world-class athletes.

Expect powerful insights, inspiring journeys, and a fresh perspective on where netball is headed next - plus a few laughs along the way as the hosts try (and fail) to keep things completely serious!

Thanks to our brand new partner Akuma Sports - For top quality custom kit produced in the UK, visit: https://www.akumasports.com/sports/netball/

Please follow or subscribe so you don't miss out on any new content. Whether you’re a player, coach, or fan, you won’t want to miss an episode!

The opinions and suggestions in this podcast are intended for entertainment only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are responsible for their own decisions — we just provide the laughs.

Let's Connect 🗣️

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YOUR HOSTS

Krystine Strama aka Kris / princess 

Carla Garey

A self-confessed netball addict, I’ve been playing for nearly 14 years and basically live and breathe the sport (my husband insists on calling it “a hobby,” but we all know better 😆).

When I’m not on court, I’m running multiple businesses, wrangling my five kids, and squeezing 20 tasks into every day. I work at 100 miles an hour and get more done before lunch than most people manage all week — fuelled entirely by Diet Coke and donuts.

In this special Next Gen episode, Krystine and Carla chat with three rising stars of the game: Antonia Mitchell, Hannah Diamond and Millie Van Nierop. The trio share their journeys through the elite pathway, life inside the Next Gen league, and how the next generation of athletes is reshaping modern netball.

From debut matches and ACL rehab comebacks to leadership roles and balancing careers alongside sport, this episode dives deep into what it takes to make it at the highest level.

Thanks to our brand new partner Akuma Sports - For top quality custom kit produced in the UK, visit: https://www.akumasports.com/sports/netball/

Please follow or subscribe so you don't miss out on any new content. Whether you’re a player, coach, or fan, you won’t want to miss an episode!

The opinions and suggestions in this podcast are intended for entertainment only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are responsible for their own decisions — we just provide the laughs.

Let's Connect 🗣️

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YOUR HOSTS

Krystine Strama aka Kris / princess 

Carla Garey

A self-confessed netball addict, I’ve been playing for nearly 14 years and basically live and breathe the sport (my husband insists on calling it “a hobby,” but we all know better 😆).

When I’m not on court, I’m running multiple businesses, wrangling my five kids, and squeezing 20 tasks into every day. I work at 100 miles an hour and get more done before lunch than most people manage all week — fuelled entirely by Diet Coke and donuts.

In this episode, Krystine and Carla sit down with Gary Burgess to explore the ever-growing world of netball and his journey through the sport. From grassroots beginnings to competing on bigger stages, Gary shares his experiences, the challenges of being a top-class umpire, and the exciting future of netball. The conversation dives into development pathways, and why netball truly is a sport for everyone.

Thanks to our brand new partner Akuma Sports - For top quality custom kit produced in the UK, visit: https://www.akumasports.com/sports/netball/

Please follow or subscribe so you don't miss out on any new content. Whether you’re a player, coach, or fan, you won’t want to miss an episode!

The opinions and suggestions in this podcast are intended for entertainment only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are responsible for their own decisions — we just provide the laughs.

Let's Connect 🗣️

Want to be included in a future episode? Please reach out and share anything Netball (or life) related. 

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YOUR HOSTS

Krystine Strama aka Kris / princess 

Carla Garey

A self-confessed netball addict, I’ve been playing for nearly 14 years and basically live and breathe the sport (my husband insists on calling it “a hobby,” but we all know better 😆).

When I’m not on court, I’m running multiple businesses, wrangling my five kids, and squeezing 20 tasks into every day. I work at 100 miles an hour and get more done before lunch than most people manage all week — fuelled entirely by Diet Coke and donuts.

In this episode, Krystine and Carla tackle one of the biggest topics in modern sport - injuries. First they speak with Dr Farah, a GP registrar and sports medicine specialist researching ACL injuries in athletes and why they are so common in netball.

Then they welcome Ella Bowen, who shares her personal experience of devastating injuries that ultimately brought her netball playing career to an end. They discuss recovery, prevention, the mental challenges of injury, and what the future of injury research could mean for the sport.

Thanks to our brand new partner Akuma Sports - For top quality custom kit produced in the UK, visit: https://www.akumasports.com/sports/netball/

Please follow or subscribe so you don't miss out on any new content. Whether you’re a player, coach, or fan, you won’t want to miss an episode!

The opinions and suggestions in this podcast are intended for entertainment only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are responsible for their own decisions — we just provide the laughs.

Let's Connect 🗣️

Want to be included in a future episode? Please reach out and share anything Netball (or life) related. 

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YOUR HOSTS

Krystine Strama aka Kris / princess 

Carla Garey

A self-confessed netball addict, I’ve been playing for nearly 14 years and basically live and breathe the sport (my husband insists on calling it “a hobby,” but we all know better 😆).

When I’m not on court, I’m running multiple businesses, wrangling my five kids, and squeezing 20 tasks into every day. I work at 100 miles an hour and get more done before lunch than most people manage all week — fuelled entirely by Diet Coke and donuts.

In this episode, Krystine and Carla sit down to tackle the "taboos" that have kept women on the sidelines for too long. From the first whistle of puberty through the strategic shifts of menopause, they explore the Netball Her initiative and how it’s revolutionising the way we play, coach, and talk about female health.

It’s an empowering deep dive into the physical journey of being a female athlete, packed with practical advice to keep girls and women thriving on the court through every life stage. It’s time we stop whispering about sports bras and cycles and start shouting about how we can stay in the game—because, let’s be honest, we’ve all had a "leakage" scare that was more stressful than a last-minute penalty shot!

Netball Her: https://www.englandnetball.co.uk/netballher/

Thanks to our brand new partner Akuma Sports - For top quality custom kit produced in the UK, visit: https://www.akumasports.com/sports/netball/

Please follow or subscribe so you don't miss out on any new content. Whether you’re a player, coach, or fan, you won’t want to miss an episode!

The opinions and suggestions in this podcast are intended for entertainment only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are responsible for their own decisions — we just provide the laughs.

Let's Connect 🗣️

Want to be included in a future episode? Please reach out and share anything Netball (or life) related. 

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YOUR HOSTS

Krystine Strama aka Kris / princess 

Carla Garey

A self-confessed netball addict, I’ve been playing for nearly 14 years and basically live and breathe the sport (my husband insists on calling it “a hobby,” but we all know better 😆).

When I’m not on court, I’m running multiple businesses, wrangling my five kids, and squeezing 20 tasks into every day. I work at 100 miles an hour and get more done before lunch than most people manage all week — fuelled entirely by Diet Coke and donuts.

Krystine and Carla head to the Supercup to soak up the atmosphere, catch up with players and coaches, and get the inside track on what the new season might bring. With quick-fire matches, fresh combinations, tactical experiments and plenty of passion on display, the Supercup gave fans an early taste of what’s to come...

We reflect on standout performances, evolving styles of play and the buzz around the competition - all while juggling microphones, match analysis and the occasional bit of courtside chaos!

Thanks to our partner Akuma Sports - For top quality custom kit produced in the UK, visit: https://www.akumasports.com/sports/netball/

Please follow or subscribe so you don't miss out on any new content. Whether you’re a player, coach, or fan, you won’t want to miss an episode!

The opinions and suggestions in this podcast are intended for entertainment only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are responsible for their own decisions — we just provide the laughs.

Let's Connect 🗣️

Want to be included in a future episode? Please reach out and share anything Netball (or life) related. 

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YOUR HOSTS

Krystine Strama aka Kris / princess 

Carla Garey

A self-confessed netball addict, I’ve been playing for nearly 14 years and basically live and breathe the sport (my husband insists on calling it “a hobby,” but we all know better 😆).

When I’m not on court, I’m running multiple businesses, wrangling my five kids, and squeezing 20 tasks into every day. I work at 100 miles an hour and get more done before lunch than most people manage all week — fuelled entirely by Diet Coke and donuts.

Krystine and Carla are joined by England international and Super League stalwart Nat Panagarry for a candid conversation about longevity, leadership and life in the centre bib. Nat opens up about the realities of elite netball, handling pressure with the Roses, bouncing back from tough performances and what keeps her motivated after more than a decade in the game.

Expect honest reflections, practical advice for players and coaches, and a reminder that sometimes the biggest lesson in netball… is not to overthink a dropped ball - or an undercooked jacket potato.

Thanks to our brand new partner Akuma Sports - For top quality custom kit produced in the UK, visit: https://www.akumasports.com/sports/netball/

Please follow or subscribe so you don't miss out on any new content. Whether you’re a player, coach, or fan, you won’t want to miss an episode!

The opinions and suggestions in this podcast are intended for entertainment only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are responsible for their own decisions — we just provide the laughs.

Let's Connect 🗣️

Want to be included in a future episode? Please reach out and share anything Netball (or life) related. 

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YOUR HOSTS

Krystine Strama aka Kris / princess 

Carla Garey

A self-confessed netball addict, I’ve been playing for nearly 14 years and basically live and breathe the sport (my husband insists on calling it “a hobby,” but we all know better 😆).

When I’m not on court, I’m running multiple businesses, wrangling my five kids, and squeezing 20 tasks into every day. I work at 100 miles an hour and get more done before lunch than most people manage all week — fuelled entirely by Diet Coke and donuts.

Krystine and Carla are joined by East Midlands Regional Chair Rowena Hackwood to break down the ever-evolving netball pathway, from junior clubs and county trials to franchises and Olympic ambitions. They talk navigating the system, supporting talented players, the rise of boys in netball, and what the future of the sport could look like on the world stage.

Then Debbie Hallas from Netball UK joins the pod to give expert advice on netball trainers; what to look for, why running shoes won’t cut it, and how the right footwear can protect you from injury.

Expect insight, laughs, a questionable game of “Netball or Not?”

Please follow or subscribe so you don't miss out on any new content. Whether you’re a player, coach, or fan, you won’t want to miss an episode!

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YOUR HOSTS

Krystine Strama aka Kris / princess 

Carla Garey

A self-confessed netball addict, I’ve been playing for nearly 14 years and basically live and breathe the sport (my husband insists on calling it “a hobby,” but we all know better 😆).

When I’m not on court, I’m running multiple businesses, wrangling my five kids, and squeezing 20 tasks into every day. I work at 100 miles an hour and get more done before lunch than most people manage all week — fuelled entirely by Diet Coke and donuts.