COMMONWEALTHS: Willis plays part in historic win

Northern Ireland’s netball team, captained by Larne Grammar PE teacher Hannah Willis, are taking part in their first-ever Commonwealth Games.

By The Newsroom

Published 30th Jul 2014, 10:40 BST

Northern Ireland netball captain Hannah Willis

After defeats to Malawi, Jamaica and New Zealand, they claimed their first success - an historic 61-40 triumph over Saint Lucia at the SECC on Monday.

Noleen Lennon scored 32 goals from 35 attempts to help Northern Ireland record its maiden victory in women’s team sport at a Commonwealth Games.

Jordanstown native Willis tweeted: “First win of the Commonwealth Games!!! Feels good!! #time2shine #feelinghappy #netballni.”

The win will no doubt give the girls a real boost in confidence as they focus on today’s encounter with host nation Scotland (July 30).