WELCOME TO GISBORNE NETBALL

Gisborne Netball is a place where people come together, grow their skills and enjoy the game. Our courts are filled with tamariki, rangatahi, seniors, umpires, coaches and whānau who support each other and create a positive space for everyone. Whether you are playing, learning, helping or cheering from the sideline, you are part of our netball family.

Haere mai. Join us and feel at home here.

WEEKLY SKILL DEVELOPMENT:


GAME FORMAT:


. WEEK 1

The focus for Week 1 is Balance (Stable Body Position)

Activity 1: In the River, On the Bank - Video Link: 

Activity 2: The Orchard - Video Link: 


. WEEK 2  

The focus for Week 2 is Ball Skills (Passing & Catching) 

Activity 1: Shrink & Grow - Video Link: 

Activity 2: Target Ball - Video Link: 


. WEEK 3

The focus for Week 3 is Shooting

Activity 1: Shooting Rounders - Video Link: 

Activity 2: Shooting Relay - Video Link: 


. WEEK 4 

The focus for Week 4 is Pivoting 

Activity 1: Line Race - Video 

Activity 2: Pivot Tag - Video Link: 


. WEEK 5 

The focus for Week 5 is Dodging

Activity 1: Dodge Protect - Video 

Activity 2: Dodge & Collect - Video Link: 


. WEEK 6 

The focus for Week 6 is Defence 

Activity 1: Read the Intercept - Video Link: 

Activity 2: Shake the Shadow - Video Link:


.WEEK 7

The focus for Week 7 is Shooting 

Activity 1: Numbers Netball - Video Link:

Activity 2: Elevens - Video Link: 


. WEEK 8 

The focus for Week 9 is Take Off & Stop 

Activity 1: Rats & Rabbits - Video Link:

Activity 2: Treasure Chest - Video Link: 



Woolworths futureFERNS Year 3&4 

AIM: 

This level is designed to be fast paced and fun by maximising participation and touches of the ball. The modified equipment and less players on court allows 5 v 5 Netball to be less complicated


REGISTRATION:

Individual player registrations will be accepted if schools are unable to provide a team for the player. GNC will create teams from these individual players. Please contact:gncgamedevelopment@outlook.com to register any individual players. 

Registration Close:  TBC


TIMES & DATES:

Our Year 3&4 games play on Friday afternoons.

  • Games are at 3.30pm and 4.15pm
  • Length of Competition: 9 weeks

  • Start Date: 24 July 2026

  • Finish Date: 18 Sept 2026

    No Play Dates: N/A



FutureFERNS RULES:

Players are not to be specialised into positions at this level, and should be rotating positions so they learn skills for, and experience them all.  Every player should play a minimum of half a game. 

Reminders for all Players:

  • Players fingernails need to be short, and all jewellery removed (exception taped medic alert bracelet)
  • No scores are taken.
  • KIA PAI – Keep it Positive and have fun.

Each week after skill development, teams will play two 8mins 5v5 games.


GAME DAY FORMAT:

Each round is allocated the following times which will be run on timer:

  • 10mins - NetballSmart Mass Warm Up with GNC Facilitators.
  • 10mins - Skill Development - Team Coaches (see WEEKLY SKILL DEVELOPMENT)
  • 3mins - Transition to Game
  • 4x 7mins -  5v5 Game - Court number as on draw
  • Cool Down

  • Please ask at registration or see GNC Facilitators if there is any assistance needed, look out for anyone wearing a Hi-Vis vest.