In the final Thundercast of 2025, Lindsey wraps up the year and looks forward to Super League 2026.

Joining the squad live at a training session in Manchester, Lindsey talks to international signing sensation Sophie Fawns. The Aussie attacker shares her reasons for joining Manchester Thunder, explains why she’s so excited to join El Cardwell and Lois Pearson in the shooting circle, and the kinds of skills she’s hoping to add to the team from her experience down-under. Sophie also reveals the one BIG reason you should but a ticket to see Thunder live in 2026.

FANalysis takes a different turn as the team look back on the year that was. In a special TEAMalysis, Karen Grieg, Taylor McKevitt and Elia McCormick reflect on their learnings from 2025, what they’re excited for in the new season and give us a sneak peak at their Christmas plans. Baby Proteas player Karla Victor, who is training with Thunder, tells Lindsey about the festive season in South Africa.

To round off the pod, Access All Areas goes big in an exclusive interview with Franchise owner David Jennings. With the inside scoop on what it’s like to watch a Thunder game as both a super fan AND Franchise Owner, David is open about the growth of Netball in the UK and his aspirations for Manchester Thunder.

Finally Lindsey reveals the BEST Christmas present out there – Thunder season tickets have a sparkly 10% off before 31st Dec. Season tickets from as little as £50 for children (£7.14 per game) and £104.50 for adults (£14.93 per game), which includes all 7 home games including the arena games. Go to https://www.thundernetball.co.uk/tickets/ for more information.

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The signing window has closed and Manchester Thunder Head Coach – Karen Greig – has secured her 10 athletes for the Netball Super League 2026.

Presenter and commentator Lindsey Chapman get’s the lowdown, not only on the 10 names on the list, but also on how Greig secured the signatures as well as her aspirations for how the team will work in the new season.

With reflections right across the squad Karen is excited about the combinations at her fingertips for 2026. Using learnings from last season, she can’t wait to get going with her new look side.

Lindsey is then joined by Fox Netball Commentator and Netball legend Sue Gaudion. The Australian presenter and outgoing General Manager of West Coast Fever, offers brilliant insight on Thunder’s new shooting circle which includes two players she’s been commentating on down-under: Eleanor Cardwell and Sophie Fawns. With laser focus analysis Sue explains why she feels Thunder’s attacking end will be so dangerous in season 2026.

Finally, Lindsey gets into some serious FANalysis (fan-analysis) with three brilliant Thunder fans from Runcorn Netball Club – Laura Dixon, Jenny Tierney and Lauren Hall. They discuss the big questions; how can Thunder improve on last year’s performance in order to reach finals and… has Karen ultimately signed the right 10?

Don’t forget to get your tickets for Manchester Thunder Coaching Conference on Saturday 4th October – info and tickets here: https://www.manchesterthunder.co.uk/events/netball-coaching-conference-2025/

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Fourteen regular rounds played, just four teams remain. They must battle it out to be crowned Netball Super League Champions 2025. It’s crunch time on Thundercast.

Ahead of the playoffs, TV presenter Lindsey Chapman talks to Franchise Director and Head Coach Karen Grieg about how the elite netball season has played out so far. Always open and insightful, Karen talks about the challenges Thunder have faced to finish 3rd in the table and about the plan for Semi-Finals. She speaks of her pride in a young team who have stepped up each week and looks forward to the possible match-ups ahead.

Lindsey is then joined by co-vice captains Josie Huckle and Taylor McKevitt to get a player’s perspective on the route to finals. The pair share the qualities they love about each other both on and off court.

FANalysis invites Thunder fans to share their thoughts on the team’s performance and this time it’s the turn of 14 year old super fan Jess Makin. Netball is in her blood and she believes Thunder has what it takes to go all the way.

Katie Thompson established the first ParaNetball Club in the North West with Dominoes Netball Club in 2021. Now part of the Manchester Thunder family, volunteer coach Julie Lynn and squad member Felicity Brown give an Access All Areas interview, showcasing the inclusive nature of the sport and tell you how you can get involved.  

Tickets are still available for the minor semi-final at Belle Vue on Friday 20th June. Head to https://bit.ly/semi-final-2025 to buy tickets.
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As we reach the business end of the Netball Super League 2025, Lindsey talks to international players, homegrown pundits and gets behind-the-scene insight into netball TV production.

Manchester Thunder’s two South African superstars; Elmeré van der Berg and Nicola Smith are best friends and housemates. The two internationals tell Lindsey about their hopes for semi-finals and discuss the culture at Manchester Thunder. Nicola opens up about why she wanted to join the club and Elmeré shares her experience of building attacking connections with a fluctuating squad.  

Enjoying life in the UK, the shooter and defender laugh about bizarre British traditions and our complicated road systems.

FANalysis welcomes Manchester Thunder superfans Lynsey Huddleston, Lianne Powers and Julie Ann Forbes. The friends, who play together for Whitworth Thunder Netball team, share their thoughts on the season so far and how they think Thunder can take on the teams at the top of the table. As season ticket holders, they know their stuff and explain how watching at Belle Vue has improved their own playing experience.

Access All Areas sees Lindsey catch up with TV Floor Manager Kevin Makin. Overseeing the smooth running of broadcast for the BBC streams, Kev explains his role at live matches and explains why he has a soft spot for Manchester Thunder.

Tickets are still available for the final few games of the regular Super League season. Head to Thunder’s website for more information: https://www.manchesterthunder.co.uk/tickets.
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This time on the pod Lindsey and roving reporter Ed take you behind-the-scenes at a Manchester Thunder home game. Recorded live at Belle Vue, Lindsey speaks to new Thunder Captain Amy Carter about juggling her job as an NHS Doctor with the roles and responsibilities of leading the team. Amy gives us the gossip from inside the team as well as opening up about the challenges Thunder have faced coming into the Super League 2025.

FANalysis goes out into the crowd to soak up the atmosphere on game day and well as delving into the tactics on court as Thunder chalk up a decisive win over Nottingham Forest Netball. Thundercast producer Ed Heaton takes charge of the mic, getting an exclusive interview with a very special guest…the fastest human on the planet - Usain Bolt - is in the house.

Completing the game day experience, Lindsey chats with Thunderdome ‘MC’ James (Ginge) Phipps about his relationship with the crowd and why the atmosphere at a home game is so special.

Tickets for Thunder’s next Arena Home Game on Sunday 18th May at the M&S Bank Arena are available here: https://bit.ly/panthers-2025

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Thundercast goes global as presenter Lindsey Chapman welcomes netball royalty to the podcast. Former England Netball Head Coach and valued member of the Thunder family, Tracey Neville, joins live from Australia to give her thoughts on the changes to the Netball Super League for 2025, the Thunder Squad and offers an insight into the coaching mid-set of good friend Karen Greig.

As Head Coach of Melbourne Mavericks, Tracey already works with many of the new rules coming into the NSL this year, including squads of 10 and the Supershot. But how will they impact the game here?

FANalysis has an international feel as Lindsey is joined by a Thunder fan who lives and plays in Luxembourg. Flying the Thunder flag abroad, Ali Gardner talks key players, game management and what Thunder need to do differently to push for the premiership this year.

With the NXT Gen League already underway and with a number of injuries within the Thunder Super League squad, the role of the Thunder pathway is more important than ever. New Pathway Head Coach Eliza Morgan shines a light on the movers and shakers in the NXT Gen squad as well as explaining how the league dovetails with Karen Grieg’s squad. There are also some brilliant tips for young players wanting to make that step up to the Pathway.

Don’t forget to get your tickets for Thunder’s first home game of the season – it’s a big one against Loughborough Lightning on Sunday 18th March at the AO Arena, tickets available here https://www.manchesterthunder.co.uk/tickets/.

To enter Thunder’s brilliant community competition – sponsored by the AO - to win a bespoke kit for your team head to the website https://www.manchesterthunder.co.uk/win-a-bespoke-netball-bundle-from-vx3/. Ts and Cs apply.

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From the introduction of the Supershot to the world of Men’s and Mixed Netball, TV Presenter and International netball Commentator Lindsey Chapman brings the latest news and views from inside the Manchester Thunder camp.

Previous Thunder captain Natalie Metcalf talks to Lindsey about women’s health and staying involved in the game during pregnancy. Always generous with her answers, Nat shares player advice and thoughts as well as opening our eyes about playing the game with the Supershot rules in place.  

In FANalysis – our dedicated supporter zone - Thunder superfan Vikki Harrison explains why she loves watching Thunder so much, what she’s hoping to see from the squad as season ’25 develops and the quirky nicknames she’s given the players on court. If you would like to take part in FANalysis, contact details are below.

Jacob Reilly-Cooper, club captain of Manchester Thunder Men’s and Mixed Netball, joins Lindsey to discuss how opening the sport up is encouraging new players and fans to take part. Manchester Thunder is the first fully integrated elite-level Women’s Men’s and Mixed franchise in the world.

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Ahead of Netball Super League 2025, TV Presenter and International netball Commentator Lindsey Chapman brings the latest news and views from inside the Manchester Thunder camp.

Lindsey talks with Head Coach and Franchise Director, Karen Grieg, about the recruitment process and how she settled on the 10 players who make up the new Thunder squad. Always open and honest, Karen offers insight and strategy ahead of the new season.

Grass roots netball player and long time Thunder fan, Fiona Tate, chats with Lindsey about her thoughts and hopes for the season in the inaugural FANalysis – a dedicated space to hear from Manchester Thunder fans.

Lindsey then visits a training session at Manchester Metropolitan University to meet the squad, finding out about their quirks and qualities ahead of the new year.

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In this very special episode of Thundercast, we are joined by FOUR time winning Superstar Kerry Almond, to give her take on the 2022 th-undefeated season. We are also joined by Manchester Thunder Managing Director Debbie Hallas, who answers those burning questions you all want to know about signings including how the registration window works, salary caps, squad sizes and breakdowns, the import process and more! If you're a big netball fan, this really is an episode not to be missed!