Silver Ferns squad named for 2025 Northern Tour

The National Selection panel have confirmed the 14-player Silver Ferns squad to contest the 2025 Northern Tour, which includes Tests in the United Kingdom as the same 14 who have recently competed in the Constellation Cup.

The tour marks the next phase in the Silver Ferns’ international calendar, providing a valuable opportunity to build on combinations and continue the growth shown across recent series.

Silver Ferns squad for the 2025 Northern Tour:

Karin Burger
Maddy Gordon
Catherine Hall
Georgia Heffernan
Kate Heffernan
Kelly Jackson
Parris Mason
Grace Nweke
Kimiora Poi
Mila Reulu-Buchanan
Martina Salmon
Carys Stythe
Elisapeta Toeava
Amelia Walmsley

Silver Ferns Interim Head coach Yvette McCausland-Durie said the tour would be an important step in the team’s development as they look ahead to future international campaigns.

“This group has made significant progress across the past few months, and the Northern Tour gives us another opportunity to test that growth against quality opposition,” McCausland-Durie said.

“We’ve seen individuals really step up in recent series – gaining confidence, learning to adapt under pressure, and strengthening their connections on court. This tour will allow us to continue that development while refining our style of play.”

McCausland-Durie said she was pleased to see the blend of established players and rising talent continuing to evolve.

“There’s a great sense of momentum in this group. Each athlete has shown real commitment to improving, and we’re excited to see how that translates on court against Scotland and England.”

The Silver Ferns depart for the UK on 4 November.

2025 Northern UK Tour fixtures:

• 9 November – vs Scotland, Playsport Arena, Glasgow
• 11 November – vs Scotland, Playsport Arena, Glasgow
• 15 November – vs England, Copper Box Arena, London
• 16 November – vs England, Copper Box Arena, London
• 19 November – vs England, AO Arena, Manchester