Offseason Outlook: Recharge, Reconnect, and Refocus for 2026

As the netball winter season winds down, the offseason offers a golden opportunity to recharge, reflect, and grow. Whether you're a player, coach, parent, or passionate supporter, this time of year is perfect for exploring new sports, setting fresh goals, and prioritising wellbeing.

Spring is a season of change, and that’s certainly been true within our Mainland team. We’ve recently farewelled Crystal Wilkinson, who is stepping into an exciting new chapter as a mum of three! At the same time, we’re thrilled to welcome two new faces: Kate Carpenter, our new Mainland Coach and Umpire Lead, and Jane Wilson-Fouracre, our new Pathways Development Lead.

You can read more about Kate and Jane in the articles below, we can’t wait for you to meet them both as we visit Centres over the coming months.

Ngā mihi nui

The Mainland Team

Congratulations to Mainland Umpires, Amanda Harris and Niamh Galligan, chosen to umpire at the NZ Secondary Schools Champs this week.  Make sure you check out all the action and support our Mainland Schools:

• Nayland College
• St Margaret's College
• St Andrew's College

Follow the draw and results at https://bit.ly/4mPmBgk

Live streaming is available at https://www.netballnz.tv (Fees apply)