The South African netball team, the Proteas, is shifting its focus from the Commonwealth Games to the upcoming Netball World Cup in Australia after a disappointing loss to England. The team, led by coach Jenny van Dyk, narrowly missed out on advancing from Pool A, losing 58-54 to the Vitality Roses in their final match of the tournament. The defeat has prompted a renewed emphasis on preparation for the World Cup, which is set to take place next year. Netball SA president Mame Diale highlighted the need to channel the lessons learned from the Commonwealth Games into a stronger performance at the global stage. The team’s performance in Glasgow, though close, revealed areas for improvement, particularly in maintaining consistency throughout the match. The Proteas will now concentrate on refining their strategies and building team cohesion ahead of the World Cup. (sundayworld.co.za)