A first Netball Super League title was the result of both five years of building under Sam Bird, and more recent changes that transformed Pulse from challengers to champions.

Two familiar faces this week signed forms to be part of Bedford Town's forthcoming National League North campaign.

Chelsea won the race for the £60million forward after the Magpies saw a big-money move turned down. Newcastle tried to sign Pedro following his relegation at Watford before switching focus to ...