The Isle of Man women’s netball team will compete in the Singlife Nations Cup in Singapore next month.

Taking place at the OCBC Arena between November 2 and 8, the Manx will line-up against the hosts and various other nations from across the globe.

The islanders are first in action on the opening day of the tournament taking on the hosts and three-time champions Singapore immediately after the competition’s opening ceremony.

Last year’s beaten finalists and world number 22, Singapore, enter the tournament in good form, having reached the final of the UAE Netball Cup, and will aim to use the Nations Cup as a springboard to December’s Southeast Asian Games in Thailand.

The next day the Manx face Singapore A, before a match against a Papa New Guinea side that are ranked two places below the island in September’s world rankings in 33rd spot.

On November 5, Malaysia will prove the opposition before holders Kenya (world number 23) round out the Manx side’s group campaign on November 7.

The final play-off matches and closing ceremony take place the following day on November 8.

To help with travel costs the squad is hosting a ‘Bongos Bingo’-style fundraising night at Rushen Football Club on Friday, October 17 starting at 7pm.

To get a ticket, which costs £20, for the 18-plus event, email [email protected] or contact 07624327650 via WhatsApp.

- Isle of Man Netball is hosting a special dinner at the Empress Hotel in November to mark its 40th anniversary.

Taking place on Friday, November 14 at 7pm, the evening includes a two-course meal and a disco.

Tickets are available by emailing [email protected]