Franchise captains named

Silver Fern shooter Maia Wilson will again captain the Northern Stars this season.

Mila Reuelu-Buchanan, who has been working her way back after an ACL injury, has been named as vice-captain and former Southern Steel defender Kate Burley has also been elevated to the leadership group.

Silver Ferns captain Ameliaranne Ekenasio will again lead the Waikato-Bay of Plenty Magic and Erena Mikaere will serve as vice-captain.

Silver Ferns defender Kelly Jackson will be the sole captain of the Central Pulse.

Tiana Metuarau, who has been co-captain the past few seasons, will step back to concentrate on her own game after missing most of last season through injury.

— APL