The Genting Arena will stage international netball this November as England face Malawi.

After the roaring success of Super Ten, Tracey Neville’s side will come to the Midlands for the third and final match of the Vitality Netball International Series.

It will be a brilliant opportunity to see the Roses in action in their last International Series of 2017 as preparations for the 2018 Commonwealth Games and England’s hunt for gold intensifies.

Malawi are currently ranked sixth in the official INF world rankings and are always real crowd pleasers with their flair, energy and passion.

The first two matches of the 2017 series will take place at in London on 24 and 26 November.

The teams then move to Birmingham for the last – and potential deciding – match of the series, which will take place on Wednesday 29^th November at 7:45pm.

It promises to be a thrilling battle between two dynamic, world class teams and tickets are expected to go fast so don’t miss out on your chance to be courtside!

A student footballer has hit the big time after signing a one-year contract with Birmingham City Football Club as a defender.

Remeao Hutton scored his big break while playing for Hednesford Town FC’s Academy, a training programme delivered by Sutton Coldfield College.

“I want to keep getting better as a player,” said the 18-year-old, also from Sutton Coldfield.  “12 months from now I want to have made it on to the first team’s bench and shown everyone what I can do.”

Remeao completed a sports performance and excellence course at the college and was part of Hednesford Town FC Academy’s First Team.  He also played for the college’s men’s football team where he helped to win the Association of Colleges (AoC) national knockout cup.

“I first came across Remeao when he was four-years-old,” said his college coach, Nick Heath.  “Even then his determination to be a successful footballer shone through.  It’s rare to come across someone so driven and focused.  He constantly asks questions about training methods and how he can improve his performance.

“Everyone at the college wishes him well.  His success is all the more special to us as he came through an Academy programme we had developed.”

It was during a FA Youth Cup game involving Hednesford Town Academy and Tamworth Football Club Academy that Remeao was first talent spotted by the club.

“I completed a trial for them in March and haven’t been away from the club since,” continued Remeao.  “In April I came on as a sub in an under-23s game against Bristol City and felt really comfortable playing at this level.  Signing a contract is an amazing step up and so is the time I’ve spent at the training ground.

“The college has fully backed me through all this.  They set up flexible lessons so I could commit to training sessions and keep up with coursework.

“There’s so much more I still want to do,” he added.  “Fitness is a big part of my plans.  I go to the gym every day on top of going to training.  It’s my way of making sure I achieve all my ambitions.”

Richard Beale, Blues’ Senior Professional Development Coach commented: “Remeao came in on trial and impressed us in the games he played and in training.  We like his attitude and determination to improve and be the best he can be.

“His contract was deserved and we look forward to helping him to continue to develop.”

Absolute Sanctuary, Asia's top wellness resort has unveiled a new look and concept to reflect its positioning.

Part of Absolute You, Asia's leading health and lifestyle brand, Absolute Sanctuary is proud to announce its new positioning as Asia's first and only Fitness Wellness resort.

Fitness Wellness is a new integrating concept that combines physical and mental well-being to promote long lasting health. Through its affiliation with Absolute You, Absolute Sanctuary has successfully integrated Absolute You's uniquely designed exercise programs including Yoga, Pilates Reformer, Core suspend, rhythm cycling and food programs with world- class Detox programs , emotional and healing spa therapies to offer cutting edge fitness wellness programs, the benefits of which will last a life-time.

“The key to living happy and healthily is to Eat Well, Rest Well and Exercise Well with a right mix of exercise that promotes Flexibility, Core Strength and Cardiovascular Fitness. Absolute Sanctuary embodies the true essence of Fitness Wellness with its Yoga, Pilates, and Rhythm Cycling programs combined with its innovative Superfoods Cuisine.” says Executive Director Claire Bostock.

Ms Bostock explains that over the last decade there has been a growing market of niche travelers looking for a holiday experience where they can immerse themselves in their passion for fitness. Absolute Sanctuary sees itself as a perfect fit for these travelers seeking for a holiday to unplug from the world and reboot themselves with a getaway that promotes good energy and well-being.

Rugby 7s is a fantastic showcase of sport, demonstrating energy, skill and passion, with both players and fans actively engaging in the game.

As one of the Midlands’ premier sports stadiums that successfully hosted Rugby World Cup fixtures for the 2015 Championship, Villa Park Stadium, with 42,700 seats and home to English Football League club Aston Villa, was the obvious choice for hosting Rugby 7s, as part of Birmingham’s 2022 Commonwealth Games bid.

Aston Villa Chief Executive, Keith Wyness, is fully backing Birmingham’s bid and believes the venue will host a spectacular Rugby 7s tournament:

“Villa Park is a great sporting venue and an iconic Midlands sports institute. It has an amazing sporting history dating back to the 1900s and, as well as our regular football fixtures and the two Rugby World Cup 2015 matches, we have hosted many major events over the years, from boxing matches to concerts for music legends such as Springsteen and Take That.

“Rugby 7s is a fantastic event, providing a great day out for sports fans. I am sure that many Villa fans would want to be there and will be thrilled that Villa Park is playing a role.

“Our players and coaching staff would also welcome the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. There will be great opportunities to share information in the pursuit of sporting excellence and it would just be fantastic to be part of the event.

“Everybody at Villa Park said that hosting the Rugby World Cup was one of the most fulfilling things we have done for our community. We are a great community based club and it is important that we play our part in delivering the best ever Games in 2022.

“Being part of Team Birmingham and helping to bring the Commonwealth Games to Birmingham is something we are proud to be doing. This will be another first for Villa and we look forward to playing our role.

“I spent five years managing The Olympic Club for the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games and then seven years on the board of the SECC Hydro Arena, which was a focal point for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games. I have seen multi-sport events close up and know the amazing effect they can have and the positive impact they can bring to a host city.

“It is fantastic to be part of Birmingham’s Bid and with the role of the Commonwealth likely to become more important for Britain going forward, we will do all we can to bring the Games here.

“Bring it on!”

Villa players agree and cannot wait to see the Games come to Birmingham. Aston Villa FC and Wales national team player, James Chester said:

“Villa Park is one of the most inspiring stadiums a sportsperson could wish to compete in. It is both a traditional and iconic arena.

“Emerging from the tunnel and walking out into a wall of noise from all four stands is an uplifting experience. The Rugby 7s teams will have an incredible experience playing at Villa Park during Birmingham 2022 so let’s back the bid. ”

James Rodwell is England’s most capped Rugby 7s player of all time. He won a Silver medal at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games in the sport’s inaugural Games and is a two-times Commonwealth Games player (Delhi 2010, Glasgow 2014). Having studied at University of Birmingham and played for Moseley Rugby Club, Rodwell is championing Birmingham’s bid:

“Rugby 7s is one of the most popular events at the Commonwealth Games. The atmosphere is electric and the fans get passionately involved so, as a player, it is an amazing experience to be part of. I have great memories of competing at the Commonwealth Games and would love to be representing England at Villa Park in 2022. Rugby fans who watched the Rugby World Cup fixtures at Villa Park will agree it was sensational. Let’s back Birmingham 2022 so we can recreate that again.”

Adam Peaty is celebrating the 50m breaststroke world record the only way he knows how, by doing victory laps in his tank at The National Sea Life Centre in Birmingham.

If that sounds a bit fishy to you, it’s because Adam is the aquarium’s golden puffer fish, named after the British swimming sensation when he won gold at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

The real life Adam Peaty has reached the World Aquatics Championships final in Budapest by smashing the world record not once, but twice in one day, beating the 26-second barrier.

Congratulations Adam, from Adam!