The 2022 Vitality Netball Superleague season will start with the traditional 'Season Opener' double-header weekend, at Birmingham's Resorts World Arena.
England Netball has announced that the 2021 champions Loughborough Lightning will kick-start proceedings against London Pulse, before all 11 teams take their place on court across the course of a 10-game opening weekend – with fans due back in venues.
The 2022 Grand Final will be held on June 5 - before attention turns to the 2022 Commonwealth Games in the city.
Clubs are also set to welcome fans back to venues across the UK to enjoy live action with big-name signings from across the world of netball announced across the league during the off-season. Netball’s most exciting international and home-grown talent are already set to showcase their skills and make their mark on the competition as the domestic game returns.
"We are excited to announce plans for the upcoming Vitality Netball Superleague 2022 season, as we look to build upon the success of such a landmark season in 2021," Steve Elworthy, chair of the Vitality Netball Superleague, said.
"The 'Season Opener' double-header weekend will kick-off the 2022 campaign in thrilling style, showcasing the incredible international and homegrown talent in our league and exciting fans for the season ahead.
"With clubs returning to home venues, and fans able to return to support their teams and enjoy live match action once again, it promises to be another exciting season ahead for the league and everyone involved in making it a success cannot wait for February to get it under way."
The season will close with a ‘Grand Final’ held on Sunday 5 June 2022, after which the Commonwealth Games will be held from Thursday 28 July to Monday 8 August.