England Netball Coach Steps Down Months Before Commonwealth Games

England netball coach steps down months before Commonwealth Games

Jess Thirlby has stepped down as England netball head coach months before the Commonwealth Games, citing the need to process the death of her father....

Grieving England netball coach steps down four months out from Commonwealth Games

“This is not a decision I had ever thought I would have to make but I need to turn my attention onto supporting my incredible family.”

‘Best for me and my family’: England netball rocked by coach’s sudden departure

‘Best for me and my family’: England netball rocked by coach’s sudden departure

Jess Thirlby steps down as England Netball head coach ahead of Commonwealth Games

Anna Stembridge will take over as England head coach for the 2026 Commonwealth Games following the departure of Jess Thirlby, who has stepped down after nearly seven years in the job since replacing Tracey Neville.