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Criss-Cross Pass - Land on outside foot

Split your players into 4s or more with 2 balls. Both blue players start with a ball. The blue players both throw the ball to the Red players who in turn return the ball. After returning the ball the red players swap places. Repeat once more. Time the cross-over moves so that players receive on the move.

Footwork

Marking player and intercepting

Blue 1 and 2 passing to each other. No. 3 is dodging from side to side. White 1 defends. Feed can come in at any time to no. 3 and defence attempts intercept.

Defence

One handed passing

1 Ball, 2 players face each other. Both players pass the ball straight alternating between left and right hand (with hand at shoulder height) Progression2 Balls, 2 Players face each other. Both players pass the balls straight and at the same time.

Ball skills

Pass and Move

Groups of 6 with one ball per group. Player 6 starts with the ball, with player 5 starting to move in to receive the ball before passing the ball onto player 1. Player 5 goes behind player 1. Player 1 then passes the ball to player 6 who has made a run to receive the ball. Progression -Having fed out, the player defends the next pass i.e Player 5 passes to player 1 and then defends the pass from player 1 to player 6.

Group practices

Prevent the middle Pass

Players work in groups of 5 - 3 passing players on the outside of the triangle, one attacking player in the middle and one defender who is marking the central player. The defender has to prevent the attacker from getting free to receive a pass from the outside players.

Defence

Run, receive and pass

Split the group into 3s. 1 Ball per group. Blue 1 runs between white 1 and 2 to receive the ball. They jump, land and turn and then feed on to white 2. After 10 passes rotate.Repeat, receiving on the other side.ProgressionBlue 1 turns in the air before landing.

Movement

Running the Gauntlet (with ball)

To be played in groups of 8. 2 defenders stand in each section of the court. 2 attackers work their way down the court passing the ball between them. They must make a given number of passes in each third before progressing to the next third. Defenders must stay within their own third. ProgressionYou could put 3 defenders in each third.

Getting free

Side Steps

Pair your players up, with 1 ball per pair. The player that is the worker receives 3 passes to the left over an increasing distance, then repeat with 3 passes to the right (worker runs back to centre each time.) Encourage the worker to try to land on their outside foot.

Footwork

Workers in a Square

Split your group into 8s (2 balls are needed for this pass and move exercise). The balls start on opposite corners and are passed clockwise. Each worker, after having passed the ball, swaps places with the player across the square that passed the ball at the same time.

Group practices

Netball: 'Bump' quick passing ...

Players work in pairs over varying distances depending on the pass type. Each pair should stand opposite their partner. Each pair are given a number. The first pair are 5, the following pair are 10 and so on, going up in denominations of 5. Players have to make their allocated amount of passes. Once they have done that they shout 'bump' and swap places with the pair next to them with the higher number. They then start their passing again, but add 5 to their original number. The pair who were 'bumped' have to start again, subtracting 5 from their starting number. The aim is to move up the group and have as high a number as possible. Work for 2-4 minutes, then stop the players to see if they have moved up or down.

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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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Passing into Leading Player Pa...

In pairs with 1 ball between 2. <br /> 1 passes to 2 then moves to next cone to receive return ball. Other player does the same. Players must always receive the pass on the move, so timing of the move is very important.

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10 passes to score Small games...

1 team starts with the ball and tries and make 10 consecutive passes. The other team can send 1 or 2 players across to try and win the ball for their side. If the other team wins possession back for their team the roles reverse in other area (10 passes scores a point.)

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Netball: Catch and Pass - Spor...

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.

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Follow your pass (Zig Zag) Pas...

Workers pass the ball to the person at the next cone and then immediately follow it each time. Once the ball reaches the final cone the final player passes the ball to the waiting players and then sprints to join the back of the queue.

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Chest pass Passing - Netball D...

Players in pairs with one ball about 5 metres apart.

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Netball: Wall Pass - Sportplan

Players stand in a line 3 metres away from a wall with one ball per line. Player 1 throws a powerful high pass against the wall, after throwing the ball they move aside and jog to the back of the line, all the time facing forwards. The next player in line catches the ball and the drill continues.

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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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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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Netball: Hour Glass Passing - ...

Both W1 and W2 simultaneously receive the ball from the feedres, as shown in the diagram, and return the ball to the same feeder. Then both W1 and W2 move around the cones in a figure of 8 receiving the ball at each cone from a feeder W2 will always be one station behind W1

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Box Drill Passing - Netball - ...

A min. of 8 players standing in four corners of 1/3 of the court, one player with a ball. Player 1 passes the ball into the space ahead of player 2 who runs on to receive the ball and passes it into the space ahead of player 3 etc. Players move on to next group after the pass.Progressions:Change direction.Second ball starts opposite the first.Shrink and stretch the square.

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Moving sideways and passing Pa...

In pairs moving up the court passing the ball to each other while side hopping and facing each other at all time.

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Netball: Around the cone - mee...

Two passers (blue) start with the ball on the outside red cones.Two workers (red) start on the blue cones. One worker goes one way around the outside cone and the other goes the other way around the cone.As they reach the middle of the square they receive a pass from the passers and pass back to the player who passed the them.Repeat 4 times and then change direction.

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Netball: Side to Side Pass - W...

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.

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Triangle Chasing Game Passing ...

2 teams (standing alternate) 2 balls. <BR> 1 team starts passing the ball in one direction around their team. The other team then passes their ball the same way to try and overtake the ball from the team that started.

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Pass and Move around the box P...

The red players around the outside square have a ball each and move anti-clockwise around the box. Red players must make a pass inside to the blue players when they are on a corner and receive the return pass when they reach the half way point down the line. They then play another one-two pass receiving the return pass on the corner of the square.

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Pass and Follow Relay Passing ...

The player with the ball starts by passing using a shoulder pass to the player opposite them They sprint to follow their pass to the back of the opposite line Next player shoulder passes then follows the ball, joining the back of the opposite line. Drill should be continuous.

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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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Netball: Wall Drills - Partner...

Good fundamental skills in partners.Any number of player can take part, one ball between 2 and wall space.You can get creative with rotational ideas but here are some:1. Right hand wall taps.2. Left hand wall taps3. Overhead with two hands4. Chest passes5. Figure of 8 and 2 passes6. Around your partner7. Pass behind your back

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Passing coordination 4 Passing...

Three feeders stand on a line and start with two balls, opposite the worker.The feeders take it in turns to pass to the worker who must return the pass to the player without the ball (not the same person who passed to you).After passing the ball feeders must run to the next line behind them, before driving forward to receive the pass from the worker - in a different position to where they ran from.

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Netball: Turn and Pass - Sport...

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.

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Hoop ball Passing - Netball Dr...

3v3 in 1 third. <br /> A goal is scored by bouncing or placing the ball in the hoop (or chalk drawn circle) placed at all corners of the third. After a goal is scored the opposition gains possession.

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Netball: Run through - Two bal...

Divide your players into two equal lines, with one ball with the first player. Two feeders stand in the middle on either side of the two lines. The first player passes to the feeder on their left and then runs out to receive the return pass. They catch the ball and then pass to the next player in the opposite line before joining the back of that line. Drill continues.

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Developing passing power and accuracy to maintain possession of the ball

Develop your player's ability to execute powerful, accurate passing in a game in order to gain dominance over the opposition.

Mini-games and Warm Up Drills

10 fun games and ideas to improve your warm up - Bring the WOW factor to your next practice and prepare your players, mentally and physically!

Fitness Session 1 for optimal performance

Build on your players existing stamina and endurance through fun and competitive practices and games, ensuring they maintain their performance under fatigue.

Developing confident, decisive players up and down the court

Develop your players decision making and communication skills in order to gain or maintain possession of the ball and control the pace of the game.

Move into space to receive the ball and lose the defence!

Develop your player's ability to get free and move into space to receive the ball effectively under pressure, ensuring they lose their defender to maintain possession.

Effectively finding space

Develop your players ability to create and penetrate space, working as a unit to provide offers for the ball carrier.

Developing basic fundamental skills

Help your players master the basic ball control skills to move onto executing more complex and advanced skills as players develop their knowledge and playing abilities.

Developing attacking skills to ensure the ball carrier numerous options!

Develop and progress your players attacking play, focusing on giving the ball carrier a number of options up and down the court under pressure and in a competitive environment.

Developing confident feeders!

Develop your players feeding in order to feed the ball accurately into the circle, whilst also improving their confidence.

Giving the first time ball to get the ball A to B as quick as possible

Develop your players understanding the importance of giving the right pass and giving a first time ball.

Working the circle to maximise shooting options

Build upon your players shooting technique and movement inside and outside the circle. Focus on getting your players to work together as a tight attacking unit to maximise chances on goal.

Taking on a defender 1v1

Develop your player's ability to get free from their opponent quickly and effectively to maintain or gain possession of the ball.

Effective feeding of the circle

Work on your player's attacking capabilities using a change of pace and direction to lose their opponent and hit the circle edge to successfully feed the circle.

Back to Basics - Effective Footwork

Go back to basics and develop your team?s footwork, helping them to land effectively and make the next pass quickly!

Passing options, accuracy and handling

Providing options to the ball carrier, accurately passing and possessing good ball handling skills, allowing your attackers to fly through the court!

Defending Principle: Developing the 1m mark to apply maximum pressure on the ball

Develop your teams defensive capabilities by encouraging tight marking to limit the ball carriers passing options and to create the interception.
passing ANSWERS
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Who can send me an example of a training session for?

Who can send me an example of a training session for a A3 team where the training lasts 1 hours from warn up to warm down

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Does anyone have any exercises or drills to stop my girls passing to th other team??

Does anyone have any exercises or drills to stop an entire team of girls from passing the ball to the defenders instead of their own team mates...? THey can all throw a pass to each other in training, I've tried adding pressure situations where they have defenders to evade to replicate the real game but in games they cannot seem to get it together...help!

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Tips for coaching ball skills to 8 year olds

I'm coaching ball skills to 8 year olds who have never played before. I have a good idea of sessions to run but any top tips from coaches with experience in this age group would be welcomed!

Sharon Baker Coach, England

Passing against strong arms over ball defence

I am trying to find a video of this skill to show players how to pass around strong over the ball long arm defence to avoid getting the pass deflected. Any links or ideas?

Karen Grant Coach, Australia

How can I improve lob passing in netball with games approach??

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?

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Drills to practice at home

Needing some drills that can be practices at home! (Not shooting or sprints!)

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Coaching the very young team yr 1-3 age 6-9

I'm coaching the very young team yr 1-3 age 6-9 and was wondering what's the best drills to teach them ball skills passing quick and basic rules? Thanks Mikaela

Mikaela Coach, Australia

Players passing is poor

Lately my players have been passing to the other team. Their timing is off and their play is way to fast down court.

Aligirl Coach, Australia

Passing pace, using the 3 seconds

What drills are best to help slow down the pass, in other words use the 3 seconds allowed. To help players reposition for the next pass. Training is too fast a pace. Asked using Sportplan Mobile App

Lauren Kiddell Coach, England

Help to slow down-Hot Potato!

I organise a ladies netball group of varying abilities but mostly beginners. Despite constantly telling them to slow their play down, they are determined to pass the pall on as soon as its in their hands often resulting in sloppy passing. Any suggestions on how to slow the pace down and hopefully, improve their passing?

Michelle L Jempson Coach, Scotland

Need help to get started with school girls.

Hi. I am a welfare worker at a primary school and had a bit of interest with playing netball in our lunch break once a week. We only have one net so we can only play half court and we have about 10 players.I only know netball through my daughter playing every weekend otherwise I've had zero experience.Do you have any suggestions how to get the girls started? Most of them never had played netball or even seen a game!Thank you

Haley Goodwin Coach, Australia

NetSetGo Girls Training

I’m new to coaching and have a team of 9 NetSetGo girls aged 8/9. While they have played two seasons already, they lack basic skills such as chest passing, shoulder passing, pivoting, etc.Does anyone have any helpful tips or useful drills which could be used to help teach the girls these skills. Asked using Sportplan Mobile App

Celeste Coach, Australia

attacking

what is the best tactic or strategies to use to bit the opponent defence?

victor nesphory Coach, United Kingdom

First time Netball coach

Hello, it will be my first time ever doing something netball related specifically coaching so I was just wondering if I could get help starting and initiating plans. I am experienced in Basketball so I am hoping this will help with drills and excerise.

paradise 0 Coach, Australia

First Time Coaching Year 2s.

I have played netball pretty much all of my life, but this week I will be starting to coach year 2's (age 6/7/8). I am sure they will all be new to the sport, and I could really use some advice on what to do. Any tips, or training excersices, or videos I could watch would be amazing.

Matilda Mackie Coach, Australia

Small group of mixed ages

I am coaching family netball to teach the basics. I have 3 x adults and 3 x children. Anyone got any good games I can play with them that would work for such a small group (of different heights) please?

Georgia Johnson Coach, England

Players passing is poor | Spor...

Lately my players have been passing to the other team. Their timing is off and their play is way to fast down court.

Aligirl Coach, Australia

U10's making space and passing...

Hello all, I have been coaching my u10's currently for 2 years now. They are a fabulous little team i.e. gs holds and defence box out etc however we are never winning games! They are currently playing up a year and after sitting back and watching what is going wrong I had noticed they all seem to be in one area so no-one can drive into a space to receive a direct fast ball. When this occasionally does happen the ball is not released fast enough and consequently intercepted! I was wondering if anyone has an tips on space, driving into space, and early passes! This team could be amazing if we sort this is out! Please help!!!!!!!!!

Mia Kersey Coach, England

Passing, defending, getting fr...

I'm coaching u/10's and have an excellent A team, but the B team have learners who haven't been playing netball so long. Does anyone have one or two basic activities, easy to understand (for them) which I can drill them with for passing, defending and getting free, as well as something for the shooters. They are always all over the place (we do practice channels) and really struggle to get free - they run a bit and then just stop to wait for the ball. Anything, even just some advice would be appreciated! :)

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Two weak U13 players in my tea...

coaching u13s have 6 good players and 2 that this their first season.For this first half of the season most of their training has been catching and throwing .I find that they are not improving so on game days the other players are reluctant to pass it to them as they either drop the ball or pass it to the opposition.I am struggling to know what to do 

Michelle Thomas Coach, Australia
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