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Catch and Pass

4 cones are placed as shown in diagram and players work in pairs with one ball. The worker (red) runs to any cone, changes direction and receives ball from feeder back in the centre. This practice works on a quick change of direction.

Passing

Defending footwork with ball

In pairs ball between two player 1 holds the ball infront. As player 2 comes round the back player 1 releases the ball ( by lobbing the ball 10cm and retracting her hands)for player 2 to intercept

Defence

Follow My Leader

In pairs. One person takes the lead and the other must follow as close as possible. On the command from the teacher the pair change direction and therefore change the leader.

Movement

One handed passing

Stand about 2 metres apart. In pairs with one ball between two. 1 ball, 2 players face each other. Both players pass the ball to their partners right hand then change to the left. ProgressionsChange the height of the ball (e.g from shoulder to waist) Add movement - forwards/backwards/sideways. Move as a pair.Add 2 balls

Ball skills

Shadow Dancing

In pairs, one player moves quickly from left to right, using small side steps while their partner tries to keep up. Both players are facing each other.

Defence

Side to Side Pass

Players work in pairs with 1 ball. The worker (white) receives the ball from feeder (blue) at shoulder height while moving left and right alternately (approx. 1 metre either side of central position). Encourage workers to land on their outside foot (ie. on right foot when moving to the right and vice versa) and then step towards feeder with second foot to release the ball.

Warm ups

Sprinting with defenders

In Pairs.Blue players stand in front of white. White players run towards one line, sudden change of direction and sprint back to try and lose the defence. Defence start as static defence, then become active.

Defence

Statue of Liberty

In pairs, 1 player - the statue - holds a ball aloft in one hand. Partner runs, leaps and snatches the ball, lands with the correct footwork, Once theabove is achieved with balance, add a turn once the player has landed so player is facing the same way she has come from and returns the ball to partner. Once the ball has been snatched, the statue could sprint to another point to receive the ball before the exercise is repeated. Progress this practice through all 3 stages until all players are balanced

Footwork

Tails

All players have a bib tucked into the back of their waistband (must be visible). On the whistle, players attempt to catch as many bibs as possible - whilst keeping their own one in the back of their waistband.

Warm ups

Turn and Pass

Players work with one ball in pairs inside a square area. The player without a ball (Red 1) sprints across the box to receive the ball on the other side. Player 1 then turns as they receive the pass. Red 2 then runs across to receive ball on the other side etc. Make sure players are balanced and are in control before they make the next pass. The worker must not move across the square until the feeder is ready to release the ball.

Movement

Passing in Pairs Ball skills -...

Player work in pairs and stand 1m apart. Players pass back and forth while facing one another as they move along the length of the court and back.

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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.

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Communication in pairs Warm up...

2 workers, 2 feeders, 2 balls, 1/3 court space.1. Workers are in pairs. Starting in the middle of the feeders. Workers side step to the outside then back to centre of the court.2. Feeders deliver a pass as workers cross over. Workers pass back. 3. Workers meet in the middle and navigate around eachother to receive a front pass from the feeders.4. Workers pass back then straight drive towards the feeder, worker moves around the feeder.5. Workers drive diagonallly from behind the feeder to receive a long pass from the opposite feeder in front of them.

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Communication in pairs Extras ...

2 workers, 2 feeders, 2 balls, 1/3 court space.1. Workers are in pairs. Starting in the middle of the feeders. Workers side step to the outside then back to centre of the court.2. Feeders deliver a pass as workers cross over. Workers pass back. 3. Workers meet in the middle and navigate around eachother to receive a front pass from the feeders.4. Workers pass back then straight drive towards the feeder, worker moves around the feeder.5. Workers drive diagonallly from behind the feeder to receive a long pass from the opposite feeder in front of them.

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The Clock Passing - Netball Dr...

Split players into groups of at least 10 players, with one ball between them inside a square grid (half a third).Players work in pairs (1-4) who start opposite one another. The ball starts with the number 1 (top left corner).The ball is passed around the outside of the grid. After the player has thrown the ball they switch places with their partner.Players do the skill practice for 1 minute then rotate clockwise to the next numbers start point.Challenge - if players do not make it to their point in time and miss the ball they are out.

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Chest pass Passing - Netball D...

Players in pairs with one ball about 5 metres apart.

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Follow My Leader Movement - Ne...

In pairs. One person takes the lead and the other must follow as close as possible. On the command from the teacher the pair change direction and therefore change the leader.

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Give and Go in pairs Passing -...

Players work in groups of 4, with two feeders, two balls and two workers.The workers receive the ball from the feeder opposite them and return the passThey then accelerate quickly to receive from the other feederDrill should be continuous.

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Statue of Liberty Footwork - N...

In pairs, 1 player - the statue - holds a ball aloft in one hand. Partner runs, leaps and snatches the ball, lands with the correct footwork, Once theabove is achieved with balance, add a turn once the player has landed so player is facing the same way she has come from and returns the ball to partner. Once the ball has been snatched, the statue could sprint to another point to receive the ball before the exercise is repeated.<BR> Progress this practice through all 3 stages until all players are balanced

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Defend as a Pair Zone defence ...

The two defenders are covering the space inside the circle - and a bit like piggy in the middle they are trying to win back the ball. As one defender moves towards the player with the ball and tries to prevent one pass, the other defender attempts to cover the space for the other pass.

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10 Balls Anywhere Warm ups - N...

Have the players get into pairs. One player starts with the ball and drops, places or throws the ball in random places around a semi circular area. The other player in the pair stands around a metre opposite keeping a close eye on the ball. They need to react as quickly as possible to gather the ball either before it bounces or after only 1 bounce. After 10, have the players swap over so that the passer is now reacting to the ball.

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Shadow Dancing Defence - Netba...

In pairs, one player moves quickly from left to right, using small side steps while their partner tries to keep up. Both players are facing each other.

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Clock Face Passing - Netball D...

In pairs one ball each group.On the command of the feeder,ie. 3 o clock, worker moves out to that time and receives the ball that is released on the command.

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Super Star Movement - Netball ...

Split players into pairs with 1 ball between them and set up as diagram (half a third each if available).Black C is the feeder and has the ball. The white C is the worker and will be working for 2 minutes and will then swap roles with the black C.The worker starts in the corner - side steps the horizontal lines then changes pace and direction, while sprinting the vertical lines.The worker then heads towards the feeder to receive a pass when the feeder wishes to put the ball in.The worker then sprints back to the corner changes pace and direction back to a side step then repeats around the whole grid creating a star shape.The worker works for 2 minutes trying to complete as many circuits of the star as possible in the 2 minutes.The feeder can only pass the ball to the worker when they are driving forwards to start with.

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Passing and Moving in pairs Wa...

<b>Starting position</b> Player A is 5m away from the wall and player B standing with her back to the wall, 1m away <BR><BR><b>1</b> Player A passes to B, player A runs towards the wall further down the wall to receive a 2nd pass <b>2</b> Player A passes the 3rd pass against the wall straight in front of her for player B to receive the rebound following movement to get to the correct position<b>3</b> Player A runs to player B's starting position and receives a pass<b>4</b> Player B runs to the starting position of player A and receives a passRe start the practice

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Reverse Hand Control DIY Drill...

Get into pairs with one ballStand approximately 2 meters apart One player will be the worker and the other the feeder The feeder will pass the ball in at different positions to the worker The worker will use their reverse hand to control the ball and pass it back to the feeder

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The Star Passing - Netball Dri...

This practice encourages concentration and awareness. 3 players (A, B and C) stand on the cones making the top three points of a star (they are static during the practice), the fourth point in made up of a queue of players in pairs. The first pair start. Players 1 passes the ball out to player A and follows their pass, running around them. Player 2 runs staright forward and receives the pass from player A in the centre of the star. Player 2 then passes out to player B and follows their pass running around them. Meanwhile player 1 has run back into the centre to recieve from player B. Player 1 then passes it out to player C and follows their pass around them. Player 2 runs in to receive the pass from player C in the centre Player 2 then passes the ball out to player 1 and player 1 passes it to the next pair. They both then join the back of the line. Rotate the static players as and when.

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Super Star Passing - Netball D...

Split players into pairs with 1 ball between them and set up as diagram (half a third each if available).Black C is the feeder and has the ball. The white C is the worker and will be working for 2 minutes and will then swap roles with the black C.The worker starts in the corner - side steps the horizontal lines then changes pace and direction, while sprinting the vertical lines.The worker then heads towards the feeder to receive a pass when the feeder wishes to put the ball in.The worker then sprints back to the corner changes pace and direction back to a side step then repeats around the whole grid creating a star shape.The worker works for 2 minutes trying to complete as many circuits of the star as possible in the 2 minutes.The feeder can only pass the ball to the worker when they are driving forwards to start with.

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Islands Small games - Netball ...

Create all different islands on the court by using cones. Players need to get in pairs with 1 ball between 2. You need 1 or 2 catchers in between the islands (catches are not allowed on the islands). The aim of the game is that the players in a pair have to try and visit all the islands but to be able to move to the next island they need to pass the to their partnerand avoid the catchers. Catchers are not allowed to intercept the ball. Only tag players inbetween the islands.

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One hand lob pass Passing - Ne...

Put your players into pairs, about 2-3 metres apart from one another with one ball. Using one hand players must lob pass to one another (don't forget to transfer your weight onto your front foot when passing).

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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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Ball Balance Injury Prevention...

Get into pairs with one ball Stand directly facing each other approximately 1 meter apartBoth stand one one leg (it can be either leg) and slightly bend your knee Pass the ball between you You can test your partner by throwing them high, low, out to the side etc. Swap legs

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Super Star Footwork - Netball ...

Split players into pairs with 1 ball between them and set up as diagram (half a third each if available).Black C is the feeder and has the ball. The white C is the worker and will be working for 2 minutes and will then swap roles with the black C.The worker starts in the corner - side steps the horizontal lines then changes pace and direction, while sprinting the vertical lines.The worker then heads towards the feeder to receive a pass when the feeder wishes to put the ball in.The worker then sprints back to the corner changes pace and direction back to a side step then repeats around the whole grid creating a star shape.The worker works for 2 minutes trying to complete as many circuits of the star as possible in the 2 minutes.The feeder can only pass the ball to the worker when they are driving forwards to start with.

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Netball: Partner Side Plank - ...

Get into pairs with one ballOne player (the worker) will get into a side plank position The other player will be the feeder Whilst the worker holds the side plank position the feeder will pass the ball to the workers free hand

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Tag Intercept Interception - N...

Players in pairs with 1 ball between them. They have to keep possession of the ball by passing it around and running into spaces, whilst 1 or 2 catchers are nominated to try and intercept the balls. When a pair lose the ball, they move out of the area and those intercepting continue to do so until all balls have been intercepted OR a time limit is reached.

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Defending footwork with ball I...

In pairs ball between two player 1 holds the ball infront. As player 2 comes round the back player 1 releases the ball ( by lobbing the ball 10cm and retracting her hands)for player 2 to intercept

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3 Man Weave Passing - Netball ...

Players pass the ball out to the side and then follow their pass and run behind the player they passed the ball to. Both the ball and all players should be moving steadily at all times.

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Defensive Movement to Successfully Secure Possession

Develop your player's defensive movement, in order to intercept the ball or force errors to secure the win.

Improving Reactions - Games and Challenges Session

How fast are your reactions? Quick reactions can win matches so use this plan to get your players bursting out the blocks - ahead of their opposition

Defending Principle - Tight teamwork to maximise the ZONE defence

Don?t underestimate the value of defending. It?s the only way to start an attack!

Defend off the player: Time your run to swipe the ball

Improve your players' ability to read the game and regain possession with this mixture of man-marking and zonal defending session

Ideal Footwork: Landing Correctly on the Outside Foot

Don't be caught off balance. Improve your players' footwork to help them protect the ball and pass up court with a speedy forward pass!

Working on defence - Shadow and Interception Session

Develop your players' fast feet, defensive stance and peripheral vision to improve your defensive game and limit the number of goal your opposition can score

Handling and Passing - Fun Skills, Games and Challenges

Plenty of games and challenges in this netball plan to test your players' passing accuracy, as they develop their teamwork and ball handling skills
in pairs ANSWERS
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what are some good drills/exercises to increase the?

what are some good drills/exercises to increase the jump of the defensive players

shirley Coach, Australia

Circuits

How often would you put a fitness circuit into netball training, and what key exercise could you suggest?

Archived User Coach

What should I do on a first coaching session ?

What should I do on a first coaching session ? I don't want the girls to get bored, i want them to want to come back next week.

Archived User Coach

In my first training session what should i start off?

In my first training session what should i start off with as i dont know the level of ability?

Archived User Coach

What to do as coach when you come up against a rough, aggressive team?

How do you advise your team as Coach when they come up against a rough and agressive team?  What is the best way to cope with rough play. Thanks

Jane White Coach, Australia

How do I get my under 10's to contest the ball.

Hi there, Can someone give me some drills/games/ideas to help my girls to attack the ball. They are not contesting the ball at all or chasing it down, they are being way too polite. Thanks

Archived User Coach

Can I get some strategies for my U10s to handle physical opponents?

Hello can I please gets some ideas for what strategies to tell my 10 year olds to use when their opponent is getting rough or pushy. Especially in and around the circle and at the centre pass

Jodie Power Coach, New Zealand

How do I teach my defenders to jump for rebounds?

I coach U11's who seem to expect the ball to fall into their hands rather than jump for it. No matter how much I teach them, they simply don't jump! 

Charmaine Coach, Australia

Helping 11 year old shooters use the space better in goal area?

My shooters tend to bunch up in the goal area or pass 5-10 times around the goal area to get closer to the goals without success. Do you have any ideas on how to better use footwork in the goal area?

Archived User Coach

I have seagulls on the court!

Hi there.I am looking for a session to help me with my 9 year olds to teach them to find space on the court. At this point the ball is a chip and they are the hungry sea gulls squawking for it. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks in advance

Archived User Coach

Shooting set up drills and movement in the circle

I need shooting drills for around the circle to help my team on weekends. I don't want drills that have nothing to do with moving the ball around the circle and shooting. I want shooting set ups for game day please.

Archived User Coach

Infront for a pass instead of dropping back.

Whats a good drill to help with coming infront of their partners instead of the immediate thought of dropping back for a pass?

Jordan Mills Coach, New Zealand

Fun warm up for teenagers

Can anyone suggest a fun warm up for a group of skilled 14-15yr olds please.Thanks!

Helen Coach, England

Grade 1 0/7 first time players

Hi im coaching the grade 1 netball team this year. Its my first time coaching so i just want some tips on how to start with practice. Some easy drills and things to do with them to make it fun and so they can learn.Thank youLindie

lindie swarts Coach, South Africa

What do I do on the first lesson back?

What can I do on my first lesson back with my aged 7-11 aged girls? (Year 3-6 in school)! Any idea will be really good! Asked using Sportplan Mobile App

Seren Howells Coach, Wales

First Training Session

I'm coaching a team for the first time on my own this year. So my question is what do I start with and include in the first training session? They are 13 year olds and I'm unaware of the ability.

Jacinta Biddulph Coach, Australia

What should I do on a first co...

What should I do on a first coaching session ? I don't want the girls to get bored, i want them to want to come back next week.

Archived User Coach

How can I improve lob passing ...

During my class session, few of my students are poor in lob passing. Their technique of passing is wrong. How can I improve their lob passing skill, with an interesting games approach?

Archived User Coach

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