Holcombe have announced the signing of Jade van der Zwan as they look to bolster their squad to gain promotion back to the Vitality Premier Division in 2023/24.

van der Zwan joins from Australian side North Coast Raiders, where she has made 12 appearances in Premier Division 1 so far this season and also has experience as part of the WAIS and Australian Indoor World Cup team

On joining the club, van der Zwan said: “I can’t wait to begin my journey with Holcombe, and am excited to be signing with the team for the 2023/2024 season. I’m also excited to step out of my comfort zone and play in a different country, learn from experienced players & coaches and make new friendships.”

Head coach Nick Bandurak added: “Jade is a really exciting attacking player and I’m thrilled to have her on board for this coming season. Jade has the drive and determination to take big steps forward in her game and I’m excited for her to bring that energy to our play in the final third.”

The team will compete in the Y1 Championships against Wimbledon, Southgate, ISCA, Hampstead & Westminster and Reading (tickets are available here – https://www.y1sport.com/products/y1-championship-2023-weekend-ticket) before they take on Sevenoaks (2nd September, 5pm) and Surbiton (9th September, 2pm) in pre-season friendlies at Holcombe Park.

Holcombe begin their league campaign with away fixtures against Southgate and Surbiton 2s. Their first home league fixture of the season is against Sevenoaks on 7th October (5pm).

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