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Bongiwe Msomi returns to Wasps Netball ahead of Vitality Netball season

Bongiwe Msomi of the Thunderbirds competes for the ball during the round two Super Netball match between the Thunderbirds and the Giants at Priceline Stadium on May 5, 2018 in Adelaide, Australia

Wasps Netball have announced the return of mid-court dynamo Bongiwe Msomi after spending one season away from the team.

Msomi was an integral member of Wasps' Superleague winning squad in 2017 - before moving to the Suncorp Super Netball League to play for Adelaide Thunderbirds last season.

The South Africa national captain, known for her lightning speed and agility, will add additional firepower to a mid-court group which already includes England star Jade Clarke.

Msomi, who can play at Centre or Wing Attack, already has two Superleague winners' medals to her name and will be a key player as Mel Mansfield's team look to defend their title.

Bongiwe Msomi, Surrey Storm
Image: Msomi already has two Superleague winners' medals to her name

"As soon as I spoke to Mel about coming back to Wasps the decision was made in my head immediately," said Msomi. "It feels like family, the supporters are so important to me and I felt a great connection on and off the court with them last time I was there.

"The league is even more competitive now than it was two years ago and that influenced my decision to come back. The talent in the league, particularly in the midcourt, continues to grow and playing against some of the best players in the world will only help me to improve as a player.

"It will be a new season, experience and challenge. I'm looking forward to getting started and seeing how far we can go.

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"I feel very lucky to be coming back and I think the thing I'm looking forward to the most is feeling like I'm back at home."

Stick with us through the off-season as we reflect on the campaign, track the England internationals and the latest player movements ahead of a huge 2019 which will feature another thrilling Superleague season and the Netball World Cup.

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