What next for Netball as CEO quits?

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Just days after announcing a new TV deal for the sport, Netball Australia CEO Stacey West has announced her resignation.

After two years in the role, West has overseen record attendance at Suncorp Super Netball games, increased broadcast viewership – up 13 per cent this season – and the continued international dominance of the Australian Diamonds.

“This role has been a labour of love for me,” West said in a statement. “My commitment to the sport, our people and our athletes, has been a lifelong vocation and the opportunity to contribute to our growth and success has been a privilege.

“I hand over the reins at the dawn of a new era with the sport poised for continued success. Suncorp Super Netball continues to set crowd, audience and membership records. Our new long-term free-to-air broadcast partnership defies market trends and is built off the wonderful product and people who make up this sport.

“We remain the number one sport for women and girls, and the love and respect in the community for both the high performance and participation aspects of our game is the backbone of our culture and dominance.

“On a personal level, I’m particularly proud of the work we’ve done to grow the game at every level, from supporting the establishment of the First Nations Black Swans, to refreshing and relaunching Woolworths NetSetGo and continuing to strengthen our connections across the Pacific. These initiatives reflect the depth and reach of our netball community and the exciting future ahead.

“I thank the Netball Australia team and Board for their support, and I look forward to continuing to support the game and our community as it goes from strength to strength.”

Netball Australia confirmed that Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 Chief Executive Officer Mark Falvo will also serve as interim CEO from Monday, 27 April 2026.

Netball Australia Chair Liz Ellis AO thanked West for her contribution to the sport.

“Stacey has contributed enormous value to Netball Australia with a career that has spanned 16 years,” Ellis said.

“She has supported the game in both its highs and challenges, and provided constant positive energy and focus to ensure netball thrives into the future. We thank her sincerely for her efforts.”