Bio
Emma’s netball journey began in Year 2 in London, where her talent quickly became apparent. She was selected for the Surrey Storm U15 NPL side, marking the start of her competitive netball career. In 2018, Emma was chosen for the England Roses Academy, an achievement that led her to represent England U17 at Netball Europe and participate in an England tour against powerhouse teams from New Zealand and Australia.
Continuing her international success, Emma has also been a key player for the FAST5 England squad, competing for two consecutive seasons since 2022. This fast-paced version of netball allowed her to showcase her skills on the international stage, further enhancing her experience and versatility as a player. Her inclusion in the FAST5 squad highlights her adaptability and high-performance level across various formats of the game.
Her professional netball career, in the NSL has progressed rapidly, and since 2020, she has played for NSL teams London Pulse and Loughborough Lightning. Emma made a move to Mavericks for the 2023-24 season, continuing her impressive rise in the sport.
Off the court, Emma has also excelled academically. In the summer of 2024, she graduated from Loughborough University with a degree in Geography and Sports Sciences, successfully balancing her studies with her elite netball career.
Info
Date of Birth
22nd August 2003
Nationality
England
Position
Attack – GA/GS
Joined
2023-24 Season
NSL Stats
Emma Thacker NSL Profile
Asked about Emma Thacker’s exceptional shooting skills, Greenway said:
“Emma can play across two positions, goal shooter and goal attack, which is a really big strength for us. She’s got such a beautiful shot on her, and she will shoot from anywhere, that’s something we want to really help as she matures as a player, her shot selection on what she can do, because she can be absolutely lethal. She’s only just brushed the surface of what she can achieve on the court.”
When asked why she chose to re-sign with the Mavericks, Thacker said,
“We faced a lot of challenges last season, which was tough, but I was impressed by the determination of both the team and the coaching staff, and the support they provided us players. I felt like I really grew as a player last year, and I’m just excited to keep building this year.”