TAMWORTH native Kate Jenner is set to make her first appearance for the Hockeyroos since 2015.
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Jenner was recalled into the Hockeyroos squad to take on New Zealand on ANZAC Day after injuries to Mariah Williams, Renee Taylor, Karri McMahon and Stephanie Kershaw created an opening.
The 28-year-old will take her place in the side for the first time since August 2015 and will be accompanied by 17-year-old Amy Lawton, who will make her international debut.
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Hockeyroos coach Paul Gaudoin said Jenner's recall was based on her strong form in the Australian Hockey League.
"Selection was pretty tough. We're going to expose some new players," Gaudion said.
"Kate Jenner is coming back after playing a few years ago. She had an excellent Australian Hockey League last year.
"She has performed well in our Visiting Athlete Agreement in Perth, so she gets an opportunity."
Having starred for the Hockeyroos during the 2012 London Olympics, Thursday's clash against New Zealand will be Jenner's 117 Hockeyroos appearance.
The clash against New Zealand will begin a Pacific leg of the Hockeyroos FIH Pro League and will see Jenner also line up against Argentina and America.
