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1 vs 1 with Ball Transfer

Player 4 marks player 3 while aiming to intercept the pass between the two blue players (feeders). If Player 4 makes their move too soon the feeders should try to play the ball over the defender's head to player 3.

Defence

10 passes before shooting

The three attackers start at the transverse line and must make five passes before passing to shooters. A further five passes must be made before a shot can be made. The attackers should be aiming to receive the ball on the edge of the circle when they come to pass to shooters.

Shooting

Attackers Providing Options Around the Circle

2 feeders, 2 attackers (WA, C) and 2 defenders and a GS set up as shown. Attackers have to get the ball to the circle edge and then in to the GS The feeders can swing the ball (pass between themselves)

Attack

Centre Pass Defence

Have the feeder start on the centre circle. Set up two boxes starting in the middle of the court and ending at one edge, with the bottom edge of the boxes being the transverse line. The feeder's aim is to pass to the attacker, in either box. They will be marked by one defender in the box and another defender behind the box, who will only move in if the first defender over-commits to an intercept and becomes unable to recover their position. The defenders are aiming to make sure the attacker doesn't receive the ball in the inside box. Ideally they would intercept the ball. In his scenario of a Centre pass it would be the Centre defending from in front with the WD ready to come into the box from behind.

Defence

Christmas Stocking Warm Up

4 teams have a 'Christmas stocking' (box 2m x 2m) each and they each start with 4-5 objects that are 'presents' (spare shoes, coloured cones, bibs etc). They learn which objects belong to their team and each team puts all their objects in a ball bin (or coned area) in the middle. Play starts, only one person from each team can run forward to collect an object from the middle at each time.  The other players can steal presents from other teams, but they have to put it back in the box in the middle.  Teams can try to defend their stocking. Teams are aiming to fill their stocking again with the presents they had originally.

Warm ups

Lob Pass - dodging

For this drill your players will need to get into groups of 4, with 1 ball between them. 2 players work inside the grid whilst the other 2 stand on opposite sides. The defending player is only allowed to stay on the line (marked out with cones). The player without the ball starts next to defender and can only receive the ball behind the defender. The feeding player with the ball has to pass the ball to this player, aiming to pass without having the ball intercepted. On receiving the pass this player pivots and passes the ball to the other player.

Passing

Tag the defender

Set up a triangle (or square) with players as the corners about 3m apart. Inside this area there are 2 attackers and 2 defenders. The attackers' aim is to tag the defender using the ball. They can also use the players on the corners, who are fixed in position but can pass and tag. When an attacker has the ball they are not allowed to move and so they need to get into position close to a defender before they are passed the ball. The defenders are aiming to run into spaces and avoid being tagged for as long as possible. Once one defender has been tagged they can then intercept passes between the attackers who continue to try and tag the other defender.

Movement

Through Court Backup Options

A game using the full court, 4 attackers, 4 defenders, 2 trailers. Split the court in half, 2 attackers, 2 defenders in each half. Both trailers in one half with attacking players "1". Attackers are aiming to move the ball from one end of court to halfway (and then on to the other end of court) 10 reps, keeping score (this can be reduced if you have a bigger squad). Rules: Defenders are fixed to their attackers up to halfway 2 original trailers are fixed to their half A1s can go anywhere. As they cross the halfway line they become trailers for the other attackers. (You can separate the court and just have the halfway aim for each side if players at one end are not getting the opportunity to be as active)

Decision making

WD/GD Interceptions

Feeder, 2 attackers, 3 defenders. Feeder starts play from the Centre Circle. The attacker runs forward off the third line into the middle third to receive the ball, marked by a defender. They then pass a lateral ball to the feeder who has moved out to the side, where there is another defender acting as a 3ft mark. The attacker runs into a space in the end third to receive the ball back. When they have received the ball again they pass to an attacker in the circle, who is also marked. The defender in the circle (GK) can help the other defender if they get shut out. However if both defenders get drawn to the attacker then the feeder can pass straight to the GS in the circle.

Group practices

When to use Backup

A game using the full court, 5 attackers, 4 defenders, 1 trailer. Split the court in half, 2 attackers, 2 defenders in each half. trailers in one half and the last attacker in the centre position. Attackers are aiming to move the ball from the end of court with the Trailing player to halfway (and then on to the other end of court) 10 reps, keeping score (this can be reduced if you have a bigger squad). Rules: Defenders are fixed to their attackers up to halfway Original trailer fixed to their half Attackers from the trailer's half can go anywhere. As they cross the halfway line they become trailers for the other attackers. The Centre is undefended.

Decision making

In pairs shooting Shooting - N...

2 players 1 ball 1 post. The player at the top of the circle starts with the ball and passes it to the other player to receive it back under the post. to take a shot . After the shot the other player moves to the top of the circle to receive the ball and the shooter moves wide out of the circle. The practice then starts again.

General

Dodge/Shoot/Rebound Rebounding...

Blue player 1 dodges to receive from blue 2. The player inside the circle then returns the pass and dodges again. Before being allowed to make the shot the circle player must receive 5 passes. After 5 passes the defender takes the rebound, moves out of the circle and becomes the feeder so all 3 players rotate.

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Tired Shooting Shooting - Netb...

Players must sprint from one cone to another as fast as they can, making sure they bend down and touch each cone.After the final cone they should drive into the circle to receive the pass from the coach.Players must stop and play the shot as best they can.

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Cones - run/balance/shoot Move...

One player, the feeder, starts on the edge of the circle. The other player, the worker (number 1 in the diagram) runs around one of the cones set out on the edge of the shooting circle, then drives back into the circle to receive the ball before making the shot. Shooter collects the successful shot or rebound, passes back out to the feeder and repeats with an alternative cone.

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1 vs 1 with Ball Transfer Defe...

Player 4 marks player 3 while aiming to intercept the pass between the two blue players (feeders). If Player 4 makes their move too soon the feeders should try to play the ball over the defender's head to player 3.

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Shoulder Pass Fundamentals - N...

Place your throwing hand behind the ball with your fingers spreadEnsure your arm is creating a right angle Step forward with the opposite leg to your throwing arm and transfer your body weight forward Ensure your pass is flat and direct to your partner - you will accomplish this by fully extending your arm and fingers where you want the ball

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3 v 2 to score Footwork - Netb...

The challenge in this game is for the attacking players to use the extra player to help them score.  

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Reach and Receive Rebounding -...

Player 1 feeds the ball for player 2 to reach out and retrieve with or without a jumpPlayers to be 1m apart as this will increase reactions

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Rebound & Restricting Reboundi...

3 stage progression drill aimed at improving defenders ability to be first to rebounds.Players split into pairs.Stage 1 - attacking players starts behind defending player. On the coaches signal, attacker tries to get round the defender, with the defender using their body to prevent the attacker from reaching the ball. Attacker and defender switch after every go.Stage 2 - same as above but the movement is initiated by the defending player bouncing the ball.Stage 3 - same again with the movement starting after the attacker has taken a shot. The defender here is trying to be the first to claim the ball off the rebound.

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Reaction Defence - Netball Dri...

White player 1 initiates a move towards either ball( on a cone). Red player 1responds and tries to get to the ball before.

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Receive from the left and pass...

Players set up two sets of lines which are facing one another. The two lines which start without the ball both sprint into the middle of the area to receive the pass from the left. After receiving the ball they then pass it straight over and follow their pass. The front players in the two lines which don't have a ball now both drive into the middle to receive the pass from the left and then throw the ball straight over and follow their pass.

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Overhead Pass Fundamentals - N...

Spread your hands around the ball in a 'W' shaped positionPlace the ball above your head and slightly bend your elbows but keep them close to your bodyThe ball should be in line with the centre of your bodyStep forward with either leg, usually your most dominant, and push through with the ball transferring your body weight forward as you push throughYour hands and fingers should be pointing towards the direction you want the ball to goYou don't want the ball to be loopy as it is easier to intercept - instead you want it hard and fast so aim just above your teammates chest Ensure your arms are fully outstretched upon release

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Popping over Shooting - Netbal...

Blue shooter (Blue 1) has the ball inside the circle.<BR>Pretend to shoot, with white 1 defending, instead of the shot, blue 1 pops the ball over the defender to blue goal attack(number 2) who has held her position with the defence behind her.<br>Defenders stay in for 10 attacks. Attackers pass and follow and then go to the back of the line after shot.

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Two Handed Bounce Pass Fundame...

Spread your hands around the ball in a ‘W’ shaped positionBring the ball to your chest and ensure your elbows are down next to your bodyStep forward with either leg (usually your more dominant) and push through aiming the ball at the groundYou should aim to release the ball from waist height and use the power from your arms and knees as you push the ball forwardThe ball should travel ¾ of the way to your partner and bounce up to their stomach

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Circle Edge Driving Drill Atta...

4+ players set up on half court. One stationary feeder to set up in front of the centre circle with the ball. One defender to hover just inside the shooting third.Two attacking players, one from each sideline, run to meet in the middle, high five and then run out in a &quot;V&quot; to space.Defender to pick up either of the attackers.Feeder delivers the ball to the free attacker. They are to then pass to the attacker with the defender on them. The attacker needs to work hard to receive this pass on the circle edge. Play the ball back with the defender receiving the next pass and back to feeder.

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Split lead to maintain possess...

Set up as shown in diagram.Two attackers, one defender. Attackers drive in different directions and the feeder has to pass the ball to the attacker who the defender chooses to mark.Split lead: start staggered, front attacker leads. One attacker should wait for the other to move first and then move into the other space so that both attackers don't end up going the same way.Attackers drive out in separate directions and the defender chooses one to markOnce the first attacker has received the ball, the other attacker then cuts back ready to receive the next pass. If the defender fails at the first intercept they should drop back to the 3ft mark ready to attempt an intercept on the 2nd pass.

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Receive and return to the free...

There are five players on the outside of the circle, with three balls between them, and two players inside the circle. The players inside the circle have to move around the circle quickly, calling for the ball. When they receive the pass they need to pass to a player without a ball (not the same player who passed to them originally).

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Hula Hoop - Landing Practice F...

Place 3 hula hoops, chalked circles or use intersecting lines on the ground.The player runs to land in the first hoop on 2 feetThey then run to land in the second hoop landing on their right foot first, then place their left foot on the ground.The player then runs to the 3rd hoop and lands on their left foot first followed by the right foot.

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Attackers Providing Options Ar...

2 feeders, 2 attackers (WA, C) and 2 defenders and a GS set up as shown.Attackers have to get the ball to the circle edge and then in to the GSThe feeders can swing the ball (pass between themselves)

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Shadowing Defence - Netball Dr...

Players run in pairs along the length of the court. The defender runs alongside the attacker, trying to keep the attacker on the outside edges of the channel by turning their body as the attacker jogs/ changes direction. Do this four times and then swap roles.

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Chest Pass Fundamentals - Netb...

Spread your hands around the ball in a 'W' shaped position Bring the ball to your chest with your arms close to your bodyStep forward with either leg, usually your most dominant, and push through with the ball transferring your body weight forwardAim for your partners chest

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Through Court Backup Options D...

A game using the full court, 4 attackers, 4 defenders, 2 trailers.Split the court in half, 2 attackers, 2 defenders in each half. Both trailers in one half with attacking players &quot;1&quot;.Attackers are aiming to move the ball from one end of court to halfway (and then on to the other end of court)10 reps, keeping score (this can be reduced if you have a bigger squad). Rules:Defenders are fixed to their attackers up to halfway2 original trailers are fixed to their halfA1s can go anywhere. As they cross the halfway line they become trailers for the other attackers.<em>(You can separate the court and just have the halfway aim for each side if players at one end are not getting the opportunity to be as active)</em>

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Creating a clear Shooting opportunity

Improve your players' movement and Shooting skills with this hitting the target session - designed to fine tune their netball shooting technique
aiming ANSWERS
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hi i jut started playing GK for a local netball team?

hi i jut started playing GK for a local netball team and i am struggling abit, im not sure on what i can and cant do, ie jumping and waving my arms etc plz help

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Advice on becoming a better GA

Hi, I am a 13 year old girl who plays netball every Saturday. I have been playing netball as a centre since I was about 9 yrs old. When I moved teams I changed to GA cause they needed a GA. I had also been playing basketball so when I moved into GA I shot like a basketballer. I only just recently started trying to shoot like a netballer, but it is't really working. Our GS is usually the player that shoots most of our goals but she broke 2 fingers and is out for the finals. I need some advice to help me to be a better GA and step up a shoot lots of goals to see our team go into the grand final.I need help learning to shoot better but my coach is young and plays defence. p.s. I am the only other shooter in my team.

Laura Henshaw Coach, Australia

doe's anyone now any good getting free tips?

hi guys, im jada i just made it into a rep team but i want to get even better with my movement in the circle, i'am a goal shooter and i'm really tall 5, 10 to be exact i'm also only twelve years old but i want to be unstoppable as a shooter because i hate being second. so could you please help me on anything to do with getting free like dodging or something just some sneaky tricks?? thanks guys regards jada

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Netball Training Program - Cardio, muscular and agility

​I'm looking at designing a training program for a netball team. It's an assessment piece for HPE at school, and the following factors must be implemented into the program: Ways to improve on Cardio Vascular fitness, muscular power, muscular speed, and agility and co-ordination. The training plan should be 18 weeks in length, incorporating the Preparatory and Competitive Phases of training. I am aiming for the team to 'peak' on the competition day during the 19th week. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

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Try outs U12’s School sports

Hi allI’m after some feedback on what selectors are looking for in U12’s for School sports for mid court players?Thanks Asked using Sportplan Mobile App

carie williams Coach, Australia

Improving you passing technique

How do you improve passing (shoulder pass) with your less dominant hand?

Nicole Ogunlaja Coach, England

Is there anyway to download animations for a powerpoint.

I am aiming to use the animations I have created for a coaching presentation and therefore it would be great if I could attach the animation in the powerpoint directly. (I am on a MacBook so using Keynote however this shouldn't make a great difference).Thanks

Joshua Newbold Coach, England

hi i jut started playing GK fo...

hi i jut started playing GK for a local netball team and i am struggling abit, im not sure on what i can and cant do, ie jumping and waving my arms etc plz help

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Is it obstruction if the shoot...

When a shooter steps in when taking a shot the defender does not have to move. Is this rule still current or have they changed it because on saturdays game my defenders were not moving when the shooter stepped in but they were being pulled for obstruction every time. Also if the shooter steps in and you keep your feet still but move your arm is this still obstruction?

niki Coach, Australia

IN NEED OF AVDICE, girls bored...

Our girls have recently become unmotivated and bored with netball, i want to make training tonight fun and exciting, does anyone have any ideas of what we can do. Drills and or bonding excersies? xx

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Netball Training Program - Car...

​I'm looking at designing a training program for a netball team. It's an assessment piece for HPE at school, and the following factors must be implemented into the program: Ways to improve on Cardio Vascular fitness, muscular power, muscular speed, and agility and co-ordination. The training plan should be 18 weeks in length, incorporating the Preparatory and Competitive Phases of training. I am aiming for the team to 'peak' on the competition day during the 19th week. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

Archived User Coach

Advice on becoming a better GA...

Hi, I am a 13 year old girl who plays netball every Saturday. I have been playing netball as a centre since I was about 9 yrs old. When I moved teams I changed to GA cause they needed a GA. I had also been playing basketball so when I moved into GA I shot like a basketballer. I only just recently started trying to shoot like a netballer, but it is't really working. Our GS is usually the player that shoots most of our goals but she broke 2 fingers and is out for the finals. I need some advice to help me to be a better GA and step up a shoot lots of goals to see our team go into the grand final.I need help learning to shoot better but my coach is young and plays defence. p.s. I am the only other shooter in my team.

Laura Henshaw Coach, Australia

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