DAY 1: U17s/Defenders

U17s DEFENDERS NETBALL CLINIC – LEEDERVILLE & JOLIMONT

DAY 1 – DEFENSIVE FOOTWORK & AGILITY

DAY 2 – SPEED/ACCELERATION & VERTICAL/ELEVATION

Designed specifically for developing netball athletes aged 15–16 years, this 2-day clinic series focuses on the athletic and technical skills required to become a faster, stronger, more explosive and effective defensive player.

Suitable for GK, GD and WD players, with each day connecting physical development directly to the movement demands of defensive positions. Athletes will develop their ability to anticipate attacking movements, apply defensive pressure, close down space, recover quickly and create more intercept and turnover opportunities.

DAY 1 – DEFENSIVE FOOTWORK & AGILITY

Developing the quick footwork, agility, body positioning and change of direction defenders need to stay connected to their opponents, react to attacking movements, control space and maintain effective defensive pressure.

This session focuses on improving defensive movement efficiency, reaction speed and the ability to execute quick transitions while maintaining balance and control.

ATHLETES WILL WORK ON:

• Defensive footwork and movement mechanics

• Agility and explosive changes of direction

• Quick hip transitions and recovery footwork

• Lateral movement, shuffling and crossover steps

• Defensive body positioning and marking techniques

• Closing space and maintaining defensive pressure

• Anticipating and reacting to attacking movements

• One-on-one defensive movement and recovery

• Defensive movement around the circle edge

• Position-specific defensive footwork for GK, GD and WD

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DATE: Friday, 18 December

TIME: 2-3PM

LOCATION: Loftus Recreation Centre, Leederville

DAY 2 – SPEED, ACCELERATION & VERTICAL ELEVATION

Developing the explosive speed, acceleration, jumping ability and aerial timing defenders need to close down attacking space, recover quickly, contest high balls and create more intercept and turnover opportunities.

This session focuses on improving defensive explosiveness, vertical elevation, aerial body control and the ability to compete confidently for possession while maintaining strong defensive positioning under pressure.

ATHLETES WILL WORK ON:

• First-step speed and explosive acceleration

• Defensive closing speed and quick recovery

• Short-distance acceleration and changes of pace

• Explosive drives to intercept attacking passes

• Reacting and accelerating into passing lanes

• Vertical jump development and explosive take-offs

• Single and double-leg jumping mechanics

• Jumping, landing and aerial body control

• Timing for intercepts, tips and high-ball contests

• Defensive elevation, full extension and hands-over pressure

• Aerial contests, rebounds and securing loose balls

• Applying speed, acceleration and elevation to GK, GD and WD movements, including circle defence, intercepting around the circle edge and defensive transitions

DATE: Saturday 19 December

TIME: 3:00pm–4:00pm

LOCATION: Gold Netball Centre, Jolimont

AGE: 15–16 years only

POSITIONS: GK|GD|WD

COST: $90 AUD per athlete or $180 for both days

LIMITED TO ONLY 12 ATHLETES

Keeping the clinic to just 12 athletes allows for more individual coaching, technical corrections and position-specific feedback throughout the session.

Secure your place early to avoid missing out.