Overview

• Co-owners Justin Pascoe and Lee Hagipantelis said they will invest in women's sport and deepen connections with local fans and partners.
• Storm executives positioned the divestment as part of a strategy to concentrate resources on Victoria, with feeder teams to be based in the state from 2026.
• Netball Australia welcomed the new stewardship and pointed to continued growth in attendance and viewership for Super Netball.
• Global Sports Fund Management Group also holds stakes in the Newcastle Jets and the Ottawa BlackJacks, and its principals previously held senior roles at Wests Tigers.
• Roster stability is signaled by 2026 deals confirmed for foundation shooter Cara Koenen and re-signed defender Ashleigh Ervin.