It's exciting to have international sport back in the city this week, and even more exciting that it's set to be a sell-out.
Tomorrow night the Silver Ferns take on England at the Energy Events Centre. They will play for the Taini Jamison Trophy, named after a Rotorua netballing legend.
The New Zealanders have a lot to prove after their recent 4-0 test series defeat to the Aussies, so hopefully Rotorua will see them fired up and at their very best.
Netball may not be everyone's cup of tea as a spectator sport - there can be a lot of whistle and stop/start play which can be frustrating at times.
However, watching top level netball live is a completely different matter. Up close you can see, hear and almost feel the speed, skill and physicality of these sportswomen. It's not a sport for the faint-hearted and it's certainly hard contact.
