2021 World Youth Netball Cup

Virtual becomes reality for Samoa netball hopefuls

Last month's Oceania qualifying tournament was cancelled because of Covid-19, with Samoa securing their spot in Suva based on the latest world rankings.

The Pacific Island nation finished 11th at the last Youth World Champs in 2017 and is planning to hold 'virtual trials' to help select their final squad.

National head coach Frances Solia, who is based in New Zealand, admitted the idea was initially frowned upon.