Kiwi Sox - U11

(8yrs - 10yrs)

 About

 Kiwi Sox is an exciting new school programme developed by Softball New Zealand, to increase Softball participation among Kiwi children. This programme is about introducing   participants (children, teachers, parents and coaches) to the fundamental skills of Softball and various forms of the game. This programme consists of 2x 8 sessions per season.

  • SNZ Aim: Provide more opportunities for Kiwi kids to get active through Softball - anytime, anywhere
  • SNZ Vision:
    • Increase the number of hours that primary and intermediate aged children engage in physical activity
    • By engaging primary and Intermediate school aged children, we want to boost Softball as a sport of choice by providing a positive, fun and exciting experience
    • Kiwi Sox is flexible and simple so those who haven't been involved in Softball before will still understand it and find it enjoyable
  • SNZ Objectives:
    • To increase the opportunities for primary and intermediate aged children to play Softball in school, after school or in a club/ association setting
    • To increase basic Softball skills in an enjoyable environment focusing on fun, participation, modified games and activities
    • To provide a positive introduction to an individual's long term involvement in Softball
    • To provide a platform so teachers and children can engage in Softball in the classroom, or at home
    • To promote Softball as a sport that can be played anytime, anywhere

 Check out SNZ Free Kiwi Sox Resources for teachers!


 What improvements have WBOPSA made?

 Mechanical Pitching Machine: This is a pitching machine set at a specific pace, suited for primary school level players to be able to hit the ball. This will be essential for WBOP in   the future to use.This method has been successful in other regions.

 Fees:

 FREE 

 Registrations:

 Team Registration (Coaches/Managers Only): Click here

 Player Registration: Click here


 For further inquiries please contact Paul Goodall via email: [email protected]


 Kiwi Sox Rescources

 The Kiwi Sox rescource is free for teachers interested in delivering this great programme at a primary or intermediate school. To recieve this rescource, please   email [email protected] with your name, name of school and school postal address

 or

 Download a free copy onto your desktop Click here


 Kiwi Sox Coaches Accreditation

 Please contact Paul Goodall  [email protected] or Roger Marshman [email protected] for more information or view Softball New Zealands website   here Click here