Sulu Fitzpatrick

EVENT: Netball

Sulu Fitzpatrick was a member of the New Zealand Netball Team which won bronze over home favourites England at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Seven years after playing a solitary test, strong defender Fitzpatrick made a remarkable return to the Silver Ferns in 2018. Continuing to impress with her imposing on-court presence both as a player and a leader, Fitzpatrick's standing was acknowledged when appointed Silver Ferns vice-captain in 2021. 

A strong presence in the defensive end, the powerhouse defender has an astute awareness and ability to direct play from the back, quick movement and a nose for the intercept. Returning to her home city of Auckland in 2020, Fitzpatrick's imposing form continued during a stellar season where she was at the forefront of a rejuvenated Mystics.

Best known for her exploits from the custodian's position of goalkeeper, Fitzpatrick has the ability to cover all three defensive positions.