NetballSmart is an evidence based framework developed by Netball New Zealand and ACC. A number of resources have been developed for coaches, players and umpires that are designed to help enhance performance and prevent injury.

Check out their website here, or have a look at some of their resources below.

Pre-season Phase:

As players and umpires enter this phase they should be considering developing and maintaining the following:

Developing:

• Muscular strength
• An aerobic endurance
• Speed and agility (late pre-season)
• Muscular power (late pre-season)

Maintaining:

• Flexibility
• Core strength and stability
• Aerobic endurance

The "NetballSmart Preseason Preparation Programme" resource supports all Netball players/umpires with a programme to prepare for Netball. Included is a weekly calendar to help you to plan your preparation. Grow your physical capacity, fitness and strength, core and balance using this four to six week programme so you are ready for the Netball when it starts and also to support your game play during the season. In addition exercising regularly helps with overall health and mental wellbeing.

Grow your capability, reap the rewards and enjoy your Netball

The programme has been developed for the Secondary School players in mind but is a useful resource that can be used for all Netball players/umpires who want to prepare well for a season and get the most out of their Netball. It complements other Netball Programmes that have been developed by Netball New Zealand (NNZ) - link through "Preseason Preparation Programme" button below