A thrilling match of last year's final delivered a different ending as Beach Blitz were crowned the champions of the 2026 KZN Premier's Netball Cup , held from 19-22 February at the Manguzi Multi-Purpose Centre in KwaMhlabayalingana.
In a highly contested showdown ,Beach Blitz defeated Inkosi All Stars 47-34 to claim the provincial crown. The eThekwini based side showed composure, precision, and hunger to overturn last year's results and etch their name on the trophy.
Inkosi All Stars from King Cetshwayo once again proved their pedigree by reaching the finals, while Harrycains (Harry Gwala) and Vigilant Eagles(Zululand) completed for the top four after competing in the semi-final clashes. Harrycains secured Bronze and Vigilant Eagles impressed throughout the tournament, winning all their pool matches showcasing their significant growth from last season.
The closing ceremony was grace by KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture Honourable Mntomuhle Khawula, who emphasized the the importance of unity and continued investment in netball development. He highlighted the significant of the tournament in preparing the players to represent the province in the upcoming Telkom Netball League.
President of KZN Netball Federation, Mrs Gugu Ngema extended heartfelt gratitude to the Office of the Premier, Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, Umkhanyakude District Municipality, the KZN Sport Confederation, aQuelle and all stakeholders who contributed to the tournament's success.
Individual Awards
Best Attack- Mbali Diphoko (Harrycains)
Best Midcourt - Nompumelelo Khumalo (Inkosi All Stars)
Best Defence - Nozipho Ntshangase (Inkosi All Stars)
Most Valuable Player - Thulisile Maduna(Beach Blitz)
The tournament also served as a selection platform for provincial squad to compete in the upcoming TNL. The preliminary squad was announced during the closing ceremony, with the final squad to be confirmed in due course .



