The Ultimate Ranking: The Best Netball Players of 2024

The 2024 Suncorp Super Netball (SSN) season showcased some of the finest talent in the sport, with standout performances across all positions. Here, we highlight the top 15 players who made the biggest impact on the competition and Netball in general

15. Macy Gardner (Firebirds)

Macy Gardner proved herself as a key playmaker for the Queensland Firebirds in 2024. She was a dominant presence in the midcourt, delivering 364 feeds and 211 goal assists, steering her team through crucial moments. Her best performance came against the Swifts in Round 12, where she recorded 127 Nissan Net Points, leading her team to a hard-fought victory.

14. Ash Ervin (Lightning)

Ash Ervin stepped up for the Sunshine Coast Lightning when defender Courtney Bruce went down with an injury. The young defender thrived under pressure, finishing the season with 20 intercepts, 81 deflections, and 23 rebounds. Her defensive efforts were instrumental in Lightning’s push for the top four, particularly in Round 7, where she secured 11 gains against the Firebirds.

13. Helen Housby (Swifts)

Despite a turbulent season for the NSW Swifts, Helen Housby remained one of the league’s most dangerous shooters. She led the competition with 73 Super Shots and was a clutch performer in critical moments. In the final round, she delivered 121 Nissan Net Points and a 91% shooting accuracy, helping her team avoid finishing at the bottom of the ladder.

12. Cara Koenen (Lightning)

A consistent force in the goal circle, Cara Koenen once again delivered for the Lightning. She netted 514 goals at a remarkable 91% accuracy, using her intelligent movement to outplay defenders. Her standout game came in Round 5 against the GIANTS, where she shot at 96% accuracy, earning 100 Nissan Net Points despite her team’s loss in extra time.

11. Shimona Jok (Melbourne Mavericks)

Shimona Jok’s rise in 2024 was nothing short of incredible, considering she started the season without a contracted spot. When given the opportunity, she made an immediate impact, proving herself as a strong and reliable shooter. Her presence in the goal circle became a game-changer, leading to her recognition as one of the league’s top attacking threats.

10. Kadie-Ann Dehaney (Fever)

Joining her third SSN team, Kadie-Ann Dehaney found her rhythm with the West Coast Fever. She was a defensive nightmare for opponents, finishing the season with 19 intercepts and 56 deflections. Her best outing came in Round 13 against the Melbourne Vixens, where she recorded seven gains and eight deflections, helping Fever to a crucial one-goal win.

9. Jamie-Lee Price (GIANTS)

Despite a challenging year for the GIANTS, co-captain Jamie-Lee Price continued to lead from the front. She racked up 1183 Nissan Net Points and averaged 33 feeds per game while maintaining an all-around presence in the midcourt. In Round 14 against the Swifts, she put on a masterclass with 48 feeds, 24 goal assists, and a key intercept.

8. Kate Moloney (Vixens)

As a veteran leader for the Melbourne Vixens, Kate Moloney took on an even greater role in 2024. She finished fourth in the league for Nissan Net Points (1229) and provided a staggering 509 feeds throughout the season. Her most impressive game came in Round 7 against Fever, where she registered 42 feeds, 16 goal assists, and two intercepts while playing in the center position.

7. Emily Mannix (Vixens)

Emily Mannix had one of her best seasons to date, finishing among the league’s top three for intercepts (28). Her defensive impact was a key factor in the Vixens’ success, consistently disrupting opposing attackers. She peaked in Round 3 against the GIANTS, earning 123 Nissan Net Points with seven deflections and six intercepts, all while playing through her pregnancy.

6. Jhaniele Fowler-Nembhard (Fever)

A dominant force in the goal circle, Jhaniele Fowler-Nembhard continued to showcase her world-class shooting ability. She topped the league with 813 goals at an astonishing 96% accuracy. No matter the defensive pressure, Fowler-Nembhard remained a steady and reliable finisher, keeping the Fever in contention for the top spots.

5. Kiera Austin (Vixens)

When Kiera Austin was in form, the Vixens were nearly unstoppable. The sharp shooter nailed 55 Super Shots throughout the season, proving to be a game-changer in crucial moments. Her seven Super Shots at 100% accuracy in the Grand Final almost turned the tide for the Vixens, cementing her as one of the best attacking players in the league.

4. Latanya Wilson (Thunderbirds)

Latanya Wilson’s ability to read the play and make crucial defensive stops was invaluable to the Adelaide Thunderbirds. She finished the season among the league’s leaders in both intercepts and deflections, making life difficult for opposition attackers. In Round 7 against the Swifts, she put on a defensive masterclass, tallying four intercepts, seven deflections, and one rebound.

3. Georgie Horjus (Thunderbirds)

At just 22 years old, Georgie Horjus continued to prove why she is one of the brightest stars in SSN. As a versatile attacker, she effortlessly transitioned between goal attack and wing attack, providing crucial feeds and goals for the Thunderbirds. In Round 14 against Lightning, she shone with 104 Nissan Net Points, four Super Shots, and 25 feeds in a must-win game.

2. Liz Watson (Lightning)

Switching to the Lightning in 2024, Liz Watson remained one of the best midcourters in the competition. She led the league in feeds (700) and goal assists (365), controlling the pace of the game with her impeccable vision. Her best performance came in Round 12 against the Mavericks, where she delivered 54 feeds and 33 goal assists, earning 149 Nissan Net Points.

1. Shamera Sterling-Humphrey (Thunderbirds)

For the second consecutive year, Shamera Sterling-Humphrey claimed the top spot as the league’s best player. The Thunderbirds defender was unstoppable, leading her team to back-to-back championships with her elite defensive play. Her ability to win back possession and shut down the league’s best shooters made her the most dominant force in the SSN, solidifying her status as the best player in the competition.