Vitality Roses vs Sunshine Girls: Rhea Dixon on reconnecting with Jamaican roots against England in Netball Horizon Series

Dixon aiming to reconnect with Jamaican roots as Vitality Roses face Sunshine Girls in Netball Horizon Series

Rhea Dixon is relishing the opportunity to reconnect with her Jamaican roots when England face the Sunshine Girls in the Vitality Netball Horizon Series this June.

The Roses defender, who has Jamaican heritage through her father, will line up against the country of her birth for the first time in her international career.

And Dixon is excited about the prospect of playing in front of her family and friends in Jamaica.

Dixon eager to learn more about Jamaican culture

Dixon was born in Birmingham but spent her early years in Jamaica before moving back to England when she was seven.

She has since gone on to represent England at both age-group and senior level, but she has never played against Jamaica before.

Dixon is hoping that the Horizon Series will give her the chance to learn more about her Jamaican culture.

Dixon hoping to make a positive impact

Dixon is also hoping to make a positive impact on the court for the Roses.

The Roses are the current Commonwealth champions and are ranked second in the world, while the Sunshine Girls are ranked fourth.

Dixon is confident that the Roses can beat the Sunshine Girls, but she knows that it will be a tough challenge.

Dixon excited about the challenge

Dixon is excited about the challenge of playing against the Sunshine Girls.

She knows that it will be a special occasion for her and her family, and she is determined to help the Roses win.

The Vitality Netball Horizon Series takes place in Jamaica from 29 June to 3 July.