In 2026 Jazmin McKay signed with the Adelaide Thunderbirds as a training partner. This made her the club’s first mother‑daughter signing, a historic step for the team.

Sarah Sutter was one of the first Thunderbirds players in 1997. She helped the team win premierships in 1998 and 1999 and later served as vice‑captain.

Sutter also won gold medals at the 1995 Netball World Cup and the 1998 Commonwealth Games. She is well known in Australian netball, especially for her strong defence with Kathryn Harby‑Williams.

Jazmin McKay has already shown success. She has played in the state premier league grand final for three years in a row with Contax Netball Club, and her team won each final.

The Thunderbirds are a strong side. In the last four years they have won three premierships. Their defence includes world‑class players such as Shamera Sterling‑Humphrey and Latanya Wilson.

"I've seen how hard Jazz has worked on and off the court, and to be the first mother daughter, I couldn't be any prouder," Sutter said. "Growing up I'd always talk about, 'My mum played for the Diamonds, my mum played for the Thunderbirds', but I didn't realise how much hard work it took to actually get there," she said. "It's really special to do that alongside her, cause she's the one who's taught me how to throw catch, all the tips and tricks, so it's really special," McKay said.

Their story shows that family support, hard work and good mentors can help young players reach the top level. It also highlights the growing role of women in professional netball.