Millfield Netballer reselected for Wales Senior Squad

Millfield netballer Ella Porter has been reselected into the Wales National Senior Squad for the 2021/22 season.

Sports scholar Ella will play for her home nation for a second year after securing her spot in the 2020/21 season last January. Despite the unusual year, she has benefitted from training alongside influential coaches and players, developing her work ethic alongside her netball skills. Millfield first team defence player Ella boards at Millfield and travels home once a week to train with the Welsh side.

Alongside her demanding netball schedule, Upper Sixth Ella has achieved a place to study Neuroscience at Exeter University, maintaining her studies whilst continuing to work hard to achieve her goal of getting her first Welsh cap.

Ella will be joined by Millfield’s Development coach Celyn Emanuel who has also been selected into the Welsh National Long Squad. Celyn joined the Millfield coaching team in September and will be playing alongside Ella in the national side who are working hard on preparations for the Commonwealth Games next summer. The pair hope to make their first international appearances at the competition which is being held in Birmingham.

Millfield Netball Development Coach, Celyn Emanuel

Ella says, “Millfield has been nothing short than brilliant in supporting me with my netball. My coach and team mates have been instrumental in my achievements and I greatly appreciate all the support I’ve had. Its allowed me to develop my netball skills and individual confidence, which has allowed me to strive for a place in the senior squad.”

Director of Netball, Jenna Adamson added, “I am absolutely thrilled for Ella and her selection into the Wales National Squad. Ella is an exceptionally dedicated and hardworking individual and is a role model for all those aspiring to represent their country. I look forward to watching her grow and develop over the coming year.”

Millfield Netball are holding a series against Hartpury College this month. The Meyer Marchant Cup will see the first teams from both sides compete for a chance to win the inaugural title. All events will be live streamed on Millfield Sport’s YouTube channel here.