PREMIER TRIALS

CAP Academy – Premier Team Trials 2026

Kapi Mana Netball Competition

Welcome to Centurion Athletic Performance (CAP) Academy.

We are proud to announce our CAP Premier Teams for the 2026 Kapi Mana Season, marking our third year competing in the competition.

For 2026, CAP will be entering:

• Premier 1

• Premier 3

• Championship 2

  All teams are open for trials.

  
  

Our CAP Journey

2023

🏆 Premier 2 – Winners

2024

🏆 Premier 1 – Winners

🥈 Premier 3 – Runners-up

🏆 Championship 2 – Winners

2025

🥈 Premier 1 – Runners-up

5th Place – Premier 3

🏆 Championship 2 – Winners

Why CAP Academy?

CAP is not a club, we are an academy.

We focus on high-performance athlete development, providing pathways, systems, and support that extend beyond just netball. With over 9 years of experience, our academy helps athletes develop the physical, technical, and mental foundations required to perform at the highest level, across multiple sports.

While we respect the strong clubs within Kapi Mana, CAP offers an environment built on:

• Elite development standards

• Athletic foundations and mechanics

• Accountability and growth

• Long-term performance pathways

  
  

Premier Trials Overview

This registration is for athletes trialing for our Premier teams.

Attendance at both trial days is mandatory to be considered for selection into Premier 1 or Premier 3.

We are seeking athletes who demonstrate:

• High-level ability

• Strong work ethic and commitment

• Coachability and growth mindset

• Desire to compete at Premier level

  
  

Season Information

Competition Nights

• Wednesdays | 6:00–9:00 PM

• Te Rauparaha Arena, Porirua

  
  

Season Dates

• Wednesday 6 May – 14 August

Premier 3 Invitation Tournament

• Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 April

  
  

Training

• One training per week (2 hours)

• Training day to be confirmed

• Designed to accommodate rep, school, and multi-sport athletes

  
  

Trials & Combine Information

Eligibility

• Open to Year 9 and above

• College-aged athletes and older

• Athletes below Year 9 cannot be accommodated

CAP Combine Day

Saturday 7 March

3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Akau Tangi, Wellington

Athletes will be assessed on:

• Fundamental movement skills

• Athletic mechanics

• Speed, strength, and coordination

Strong foundations create great athletes.

CAP Combine Games Day

Saturday 8 March

12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Akau Tangi, Wellington

Athletes will be grouped based on Combine results and will play games to showcase:

• Netball skills

• Game sense and decision-making

• Team play and competitiveness

  
  

Final Team Announcements

Thursday 12 March – 12:00 PM

Selections announced via email and the CAP website

Trial Fee

• $10 per athlete

• Must be paid prior to attending trials

• Non-refundable, even if all sessions are not attended

  
  

Important Commitment Notice

Before registering, please carefully consider your availability and willingness to commit to:

• All trainings

• Weekly games

• Possible tournaments throughout the season

  
  

Premier-level teams require full commitment.