Kia Ora! My name is Sophie Macintyre. I was born and raised in the beautiful Kirikiriroa. I graduated with a Bachelor of Teaching from Waikato Uni in 2023, and have been teaching since. In netball, I have been involved as both a player and a coach over the years; however, my greatest passion lies in umpiring. I currently sit on the Umpire Leadership Team at Hamilton City Netball Centre, a role that has provided me with valuable opportunities for growth and development, and has inspired me to help ensure others have the same access to grow and progress within netball. Netball is more than a sport to me, it is a community of people, many of whom have become my chosen family. I am grateful for the opportunity to Co-Chair the Youth Board, and represent all youth on the NNZ Board