29 May 2025
England Future Roses call up for NIC Rhinos duo

VITALITY ROSES CONFIRMED FOR 2025-26 PROGRAMME
Congratulations to our two NIC Rhinos Cassie Howard, and Sophie Egbaran, who have been selected in the Vitality Future Roses programme. Sophie Egbaran also being featured in the Netball World Youth Cup training squad which runs for the top athletes in the Under 21's age group. Both Rhinos have had a stellar season so far and look to show off their talent at the representative level.
The Vitality Roses programme is a year-long initiative featuring UK-based training camps, domestic and international competitions, and in-club support during the season. Players are chosen through a detailed assessment of their performances. Those not selected remain eligible for competition.
The Future Roses programme supports rising talent, offering elite training and international experience. Eighteen athletes have been selected, including standout performers from the NPL, NXT Gen League, and emerging NSL players.
Future Roses programme:
Athlete | Club | Position |
Celena Appleby-Prince | LexisNexis Cardiff Dragons | Defence |
Sophie Egbaran | NIC Leeds Rhinos | Shooter |
Tamilore Fapohunda | Manchester Thunder (NXT GEN) | Defence |
Hannah Gibson | London Pulse (NXT GEN) | Shooter |
Alice Harvey | Loughborough Lightning | Defence |
Molly Hole | Loughborough Lightning (NXT GEN) | Defence |
Cassie Howard | NIC Leeds Rhinos | Midcourt |
Isabelle Kaye | Loughborough Lightning (NXT GEN) | Midcourt |
Sophie Kelly | London Pulse | Shooter |
Niamh Kilgallen | Birmingham Panthers (NXT GEN) | Midcourt |
Hannah Knightbridge | London Pulse (NXT GEN) | Midcourt |
Suzie Liverseidge | London Mavericks | Midcourt |
Rihanna Luke | Nottingham Forest Netball (NXT GEN) | Defence |
Jayda Pechova | Nottingham Forest Netball | Defence |
Isabella Phillips | London Mavericks | Midcourt |
Alanna Pullen | Team Bath (NXT GEN) | Shooter/Midcourt |
Kira Rothwell | London Mavericks | Shooter |
Emma Thacker | London Mavericks | Shooter |