England’s Geva Mentor will retire from international netball following this summer’s World Cup in South Africa.
The 38-year-old goalkeeper has won 167 games since making his debut as a 16-year-old in 2001.
she is part of the team won a historic gold medal At the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Australia.
“Representing my country in elite sport for nearly a quarter of a century is quite a personal achievement,” Mentor said.
“I grew up in an environment that definitely shaped who I am today.
“I hope to leave my mark on and off the court, I leave the Brotherhood of the Rose, and I am forever grateful to all those who have shared this journey with me.”
The World Cup will be held in Cape Town, South Africa from July 28 to August 6.
Mentor has competed in 11 major events, winning 5 bronze medals and England’s first Commonwealth Championship.
Last summer, Mentor, who has been playing club netball for Australia since 2008, became the first English player to compete in the sixth Commonwealth Games.
“Rewa is one of the most iconic figures in our sport and she has rewritten the history books on many occasions,” said England manager and former team-mate Jess Thirlby.
“Her service and devotion to Rose is something we are both grateful for and proud of.
“I would like to thank Geva both personally and on behalf of the Roses for helping us rise to the top of the netball game in the world and making the game even better.”
England squad This week, Mentor will be participating in its sixth World Cup.
“She has been a fantastic ambassador for netball, not just in England but around the world,” said David Parsons, England Netball Performance Director.
“She will leave an incredible legacy that will inspire the next generation of roses.”
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