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π inc newsletterπ The excitement of netball season is upon us! With a thrilling lineup of matches: Opens and SSG will take place on Saturdays, Open Men's games on Mondays, and Year 7/8 on Wednesdays. Itβs inspiring to see so many teams embracing the NetballSmart warm-up on the court. Remember, warming up not only enhances your performance but also helps you stay in the game longer. Keep at itβonce you feel confident, donβt hesitate to mix things up and make it your own! Weβre proud to have 20 junior umpires from INC, proudly wearing their teal shirts as they officiate across Year 7/8 and in SSG and Opens. Letβs rally together to support them with patience and encouragement; your support is vital in helping these juniors build their confidence and skills. May 24, 2025, we look forward to reminiscing about the rich history that has developed over the past 100 years. We are excited to have Bernice Mene as our guest speaker. Enjoy delicious food and hit the dance floor with The Yardmen! πππSee you out there! πππ ππ Celebrating 100 Years of Netball in the South! ππ Invercargill Netball Centre is proud to mark 100 years of netball in the South! For a century, our courts have been filled with passion, teamwork, and unforgettable moments, shaping generations of players, coaches, umpires, and supporters. This milestone is a testament to the dedication of our netball communityβpast and present. Join us as we honor our history, celebrate our successes, and look forward to an exciting future for netball in Invercargill! πππHereβs to 100 years of netball and many more to come! πππ Celebration weekend 24th May 2025 Registrations are closed  |
Clash of the Clubs A new competition was initiated earlier this year and was a great success, featuring two grades. The teams enjoyed the competition and are looking forward to next year. This event showcased impressive netball skills and sportsmanship. Thanks go out to all who volunteered their time, including officials, umpires, and coaches, as well as the team behind the scenes who made this possible. Photos below are the winners of each grade, congrats. |
Invercargill Netball Centre (INC) and its predecessors, the Southland Netball Union and Southland Basketball/Netball Association, have been providing netball competitions in Invercargill since 1925. |  |
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The Southland Netball Association was founded in 1974, and all netball activities were held at Surrey Park Pavilion. In February 2001, as the landscape of netball in New Zealand changed with the creation of five Zones, the Invercargill Netball Centre was established and became part of the South Zone, where we remain today. With over 20 years of experience as INC, along with decades of combined experience from our predecessors, itβs safe to say we love netball! We are proud of our history and excited about our future as we continue to provide quality netball opportunities to the Invercargill community. |  |
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Coach & PLAYER DEVELOPMENT |
INC Year 7&8 Netty Fest Tuesday 27th May 9 β 3pm Spot Prizes for best dressed β Over the Rainbow At ILT Stadium Registrations are closed |  |
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Ariana and Wynetta visited Southland Girls High School and James Hargest College to conduct development sessions and skills at trials. We began with the NetballSmart Warm-Up, incorporating some fun games before moving into the development activities. The focus of the sessions was on fitness and fundamental skills essential for netball. By mastering these basics, players will find it easier to develop more advanced skills. Coaches from James Hargest College were present to assist during the sessions and provided valuable insights on key skill areas to concentrate on for future training. Additionally, INC conducted a coaching session for the Southland Girls coaches, emphasizing the NetballSmart Warm-Up and exploring effective methods for teaching basic skills to players. It was a pleasure working with both schools, and we look forward to future collaborations. |
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Discover the excitement of social netball! It's not just about the game; it's about building friendships, expanding your social circle, and having an absolute blast while staying active. Join the most vibrant social netball competition in town and experience the thrill for yourself! Wednesday Night Social Block 3 starts on the 14 May 2025, games from 6 pm, registration's are closed. Thursday Night Social Block 2 starts on the 1 May, games from 6 pm, we have introduced Walking Netball into Thursday night if you are keen to give this a go contact the office on 032199361. Registrations are closed for Thursday Nights Block 2. |
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Calling all Premier/Senior Coaches and Umpires! Netball South are thrilled to bring Liana Leota β Assistant Coach of the Southern Steel β and Kristie Simpson β International Umpire (IUA) β to Dunedin for an exclusive afternoon of learning and development! Sunday, May 25 Dunedin, Edgar Centre Coach Workshop with Liana Leota Umpire Workshop with Kristie Simpson Practical and interactive sessions Whether you're on the sideline or holding the whistle, this is an incredible opportunity to upskill with two of the best in the business. Learn new techniques, sharpen your decision-making, and connect with others passionate about the game! For more info or to sign up, head to https://www.sporty.co.nz/viewform/357582 |
 | This workshop was a great success and fun to do, it helps coaches see what is happening during a game, recognise set plays by an opposing team and taking stats, we also had the umpires along that look at positioning on court, reading play and understand what calls are being made. |
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Netball season is here, and teams are being formed. Coaches, what are you doing for warm-ups? NetballSmart offers a warm-up designed to help keep your teams injury-free. The NetballSmart Dynamic Warm-Up (NSDWU) is specifically tailored for netball and prepares players for the physical demands of each game and training session. It enhances players' movement skills, warms them up, and helps reduce the risk of injuries. Please click on the link for more info: https://netballsmart.co.nz/netball-smart/resources.html |  |
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 | Walking Netball has begun, and our ladies are enjoying their games! We are looking for players to join our Thursday night Social Walking Netball. If you or someone you know is interested, please contact the office at 032199631, and we will assist you in finding a team. |
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INC launched an engaging development program for our Year 2 to Year 6 children, running for an exciting six weeks. Throughout the program, participants learnt essential skills like landing, pivoting, and passing while enjoying interactive games that reinforced their learning on the court. It was truly inspiring to witness their enthusiasm and growth as they developed their abilities and formed lasting friendships. This program enhanced their skills and made learning a fun and memorable experience! We look forward to seeing you all play for your school |
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