DAY2: U15s/Defenders

U15s DEFENDERS NETBALL CLINIC – LEEDERVILLE & JOLIMONT

DAY 1 – DEFENSIVE FOOTWORK & AGILITY

DAY 2 – SPEED/ACCELERATION & VERTICAL/ELEVATION

Designed specifically for developing netball athletes aged 13–14 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 players, with each day connecting physical development directly to the movement demands of defensive positions, helping athletes improve their ability to read attacking movements, apply pressure, contest possession and create turnovers.

DAY 1 – DEFENSIVE FOOTWORK & AGILITY

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

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

• Position-specific defensive footwork for GK, GD

  
  

DATE: Friday, 18 December

TIME: 12:00pm–1:00pm

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, aerial body control and the ability to compete confidently for possession 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

• Position-specific speed and aerial movements for GK, GD

DATE: Saturday 19th December

TIME: 1PM-2PM

LOCATION: Gold Netball Centre,

Jolimont

AGE: 13–14 years

POSITIONS: GD|GK

COST:

$90 AUD per athlete, per day

$180 AUD for both days

Athletes can attend one or both days, with each clinic providing a different midcourt-specific training focus.

Our goal is to develop midcourters who can move efficiently, create space, apply pressure, transition quickly and maintain quality movement at game intensity.

LIMITED TO ONLY 12 ATHLETES PER SESSION

Small numbers allow for more individual coaching, technical corrections and position-specific feedback.

Secure your place early to avoid missing out.