The Tongan Tala national netball side believes the experience of three key players named in their 15-member squad will boost the team's campaign at the 2023 Netball World Cup in South Africa.
Former Silver Fern Catherine Tuivati (Latu), former Australian rep Mo'onia Gerrard and former Australian Olympian Jessyka Ngauamo have all been named in the Tala squad.
Head coach Jaqua Pori Makea Simpson says the players will add leadership and knowledge to the team.
RNZ Pacific Senior Sports journalist Iliesa Tora spoke with Jaqua on Tala's hopes and preparation.