Paige Hadley Announces Pregnancy, Withdraws From Diamonds’ Upcoming Tests

The Swifts co-captain will step back to focus on family after playing through early pregnancy during the Super Netball finals.

Overview

The 32-year-old Diamonds vice-captain said she is expecting her first child in early 2026.
She has withdrawn from Australia’s upcoming series against South Africa and New Zealand.
Defender Rudi Ellis has been called into the Diamonds as a temporary replacement for three Tests with South Africa and the four-match Constellation Cup.
Hadley revealed she dealt with first-trimester sickness and late-season leg injuries before returning for the finals.
She plans a break from the court and hopes to return to the Swifts and Diamonds when the timing is right, with the 2026 Commonwealth Games flagged as a possible goal.