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Helen Housby: England star ruled out of Commonwealth Games with back injury

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Housby is one of only two active players, the other being wing attack Nat Metcalf, who were part of that 2018 Commonwealth gold medal-winning team – and what a part it was she played.

The image of Housby celebrating scoring the last-gasp winning goal against serial winners Australia – tongue blue from energy drinks – to secure England’s first-ever major title remains an iconic one.

Her absence from this year’s tournament in Glasgow is a huge blow for a Roses team already somewhat lacking in major tournament experience.

Not only would Housby have been a first-choice in England’s shooting circle but her leadership, determination and winning experience has often been crucial to driving the team.

At 31, Housby’s Commonwealth Games career could now be at an end. Replacing one of England’s most beloved players will be no easy task. Coming up with a plan B for this summer presents Anna Stembridge with her first real test as the Roses’ new head coach.


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