Huckle to replace Roebuck in Manchester Thunder squad

Roebuck picked up an ACL injury in pre-season and former Wasps captain Huckle has been added to the squad in her place.

Huckle had originally joined the reigning champions as a Wasps Additional Training Partner following the Coventry side’s departure from the league.

We are pleased to announce that @josiehuckle will be taking the 12th spot in the team 🙌

This is following @YasminRoebuck‘s injury, ruling her out for the rest of the @NetballSL season.😔 pic.twitter.com/08BpYS4mDb

— Manchester Thunder (@thundernetball) January 13, 2023

The 31-year-old will now be part of the 12-member squad that includes another former Wasp in the form of Iona Christian.

Roebuck was a regular on the bench for the Manchester Thunder last season as they went undefeated on the way to the title.

The 20-year-old mid-courter had been selected for a second season but has said she will be the side’s No.1 fan as she begins her rehabilitation from injury.

Devastated to be missing out this season💔It’s not the 2023 I was expecting but I’m ready for all the challenges to get back on court stronger. Overwhelmed by all the love and support, thank you everyone. Time to be @thundernetball No1 fan ⚡️🫶🏼 https://t.co/udIavGK1yj

— Yasmin Roebuck (@YasminRoebuck) January 13, 2023

Huckle will provide Manchester Thunder with plenty of experience of winning back-to-back NSL titles, securing two trophies with Surrey Storm in 2015 and 2016.