 This performance, along with similar form in the national league, led to her selection in the starting squad for the 2003 Netball World Championships.She played every game in the world championships in July at the expense of ageing veteran Eloise Southby, a decision which was the cause of some controversy.She subsequently helped the Kestrels to the elimination final and, at the end of the season, was named as the team's new vice-captain, with predecessor Janine Ilitch assuming the captaincy.