Jess Thirlby’s team lose the final Test of the three-match series against Jamaica; the Roses had won the opening two Tests and had secured series prior to Sunday’s encounter
Last Updated: 05/12/21 5:33pm
England’s Vitality Roses suffered a 63-53 defeat in the final match of the Vitality Roses Reunited series against Jamaica.
The Sunshine Girls, a team who thrive on confidence, enjoyed a positive start to the encounter and that set the tone for their afternoon.
Tenacious work in defence from Shamera Sterling and Kadie-Ann Dehaney disrupted England’s changed attacking line-up and helped to create a 32-24 half-time lead.
After the interval, Jess Thirlby continued to amend the Roses’ line-up in order to hand court time to her squad members.
England drew the third quarter, however Jamaica restored their composure in the final 15 minutes and worked hard to get over the line.
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Netball returns to Sky Sports in January with the Quad Series. England’s Vitality Roses will face Australia, New Zealand and South Africa at the Copper Box Arena. The competition starts on January 15, live on Sky Sports.