DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM
The EHNA Development Program is designed to challenge, inspire and support athletes as they grow through netball.
Athletes in the program will:
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Develop strong fundamental and advanced netball skills
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Build confidence, resilience and game awareness
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Learn what it means to train and compete in a development and performance environment
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Be supported by experienced coaches who focus on growth and progression
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Gain a clear understanding of the pathways available within netball
Whether you’re building your foundations or ready to push into higher-level competition, the program provides the tools, guidance and opportunities to help you take the next step — at the right time.
Every athlete’s journey is different, but the EHNA Athlete Pathway shows the opportunities available as you progress.
Your pathway begins in club netball, where you learn, compete and develop a love for the game. From there, athletes can progress into the EHNA Academy, focusing on skill development, confidence and preparation for higher-level netball.
Athletes selected into EHNA Representative Teams train and compete in a high-performance environment at Association Championships, where commitment, consistency and growth are key. From this level, opportunities may open into Fever-In-Time and WANL Underpinning programs.
There is also a Premier League pathway for Representative athletes, offering additional competitive experiences for those ready to be challenged.
Progression through the pathway is earned through effort, development and readiness — and every step is an opportunity to learn, grow and push your potential.
ACADEMY
11 - 16 year olds | 6 weeks
Designed to develop strong foundational skills and game understanding, preparing athletes for winter netball and representative pathways.
Entry into the EHNA Academy is by selection through Phase 1 (September) and Phase 2 (December) trials.
The Academy provides a structured development environment focused on strengthening fundamental skills, building game understanding, and preparing athletes for the demands of winter netball and representative pathways.
For athletes aged 12–16 years, the Academy is the primary development pathway and provides eligibility for selection into EHNA Representative Teams.
The 11-year-old Academy program offers younger athletes an introduction to the development training environment
COST
$100 (payable at registration)
Uniforms can be purchased but not compulsory.
*All costs are indicative and subject to change
TRAINING
Every Monday 9 Feb 2026 through to 16 Mar 2026.
4:30 - 6pm 11-13yrs
6:00 - 8pm 14-16yrs
Please arrive 10 mins before training to be ready to warm up at your start time.
PARENT-PLAYER MEETING
A Parent–Player meeting will be held at the start of the first training session to go over key information, expectations and answer any questions.
Monday 9 Feb
4:15 - 4:25pm 11-13yrs
5:45 - 5:55pm 14-16yrs
ILLNESS & ABSENCES
Our coaches dedicate significant time to planning training sessions tailored to the athletes attending. If your child is unable to attend training, please notify us as early as possible so sessions can be adjusted accordingly.
Absences must be submitted via the Development Contact Form on our website.
This form will automatically notify the ADO and your child’s coaches.
INJURIES
Please inform your coach of any injuries prior to training.
If an athlete has sustained a serious injury that has been treated by a medical professional, a medical clearance letter must be provided to the coach before returning to training.
REPRESENTATIVE TEAMS
To develop high-performing athletes capable of competing at association championships, with an emphasis on advanced skill execution, tactical understanding, and high-performance behaviours.
Athletes are selected from the EHNA Academy (juniors) or trials (seniors) to represent the association at the Association Championships in June.
Rep Teams train in a high-performance environment that focuses on:
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Advanced technical skill development
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Tactical and positional understanding
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Game awareness, decision-making and adaptability
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Physical preparation, resilience and professionalism
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Team cohesion and competitive mindset
Athletes are challenged to consistently perform under pressure and to apply their skills effectively in a competition setting.
Participation in Rep Teams provides athletes with a pathway to higher-level opportunities, including:
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Selection into the Fever-In-Time program (14-16yr olds)
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Opportunities to compete in additional competitions or carnivals, which may vary from year to year.
12 – 16 yr olds
Athletes are selected from Academy to represent EHNA at the association championships in June.
These athletes train in a high performance environment over 7 weeks and can aspire to being selected for the Fever-In-Time program.
Athletes may also have various other competitions to compete in, this will vary from year to year.
Please note: Athletes must be registered to play in the EHNA Saturday winter competition to be eligible. Please contact me if this is an issue.
Training
Mondays 30 Mar - 25 May 2026
4:30 - 6pm 11-13yrs
6:00 - 8pm 14-16yrs
(see Important Dates for more details).
Please arrive 10 mins before training to be ready to warm up at your start time.
U20s, Opens & Masters
U20s (17-20 yrs), Opens (21yrs+), Masters (35yrs+)
Atheletes are selected from trials held in February to represent EHNA at the association championships in June. They train for 5 weeks leading up to the long weekend.
Fitness is the athletes responsibility. A high intensity will be expected at training and fitness will develop.
Please note: Athletes must be registered to play in the EHNA Saturday winter competition to be eligible. Please contact me if this is an issue.
Training
Sundays 26 April - 24 May 2026.
5 - 6:30pm TBC
(see Important Dates for more details).
Please arrive 10 mins before training to be ready to warm up at your start time.
COST*
Program fee
$150 TBC (payable at registration).
Includes;
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Competition fee for Association Championships
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Dress hire
Compulsory Uniforms
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EHNA Training top $35
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EHNA socks $12
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EHNA jacket $65
Awards Night
$50 Ticket
Other Competition fees
*All costs are subject to change and are indicative only
PREMIER LEAGUE
What is Premier League?
KDNA Premier League is an elite, high-performance Friday night competition for teams across the region. It’s designed for athletes who want to be challenged in a higher standard environment, with strong opposition and a more competitive intensity than standard competitions.
EHNA has previously entered teams in 17 & Under and 20 & Under divisions, and we’re proud to share that our EHNA 20s team are back-to-back Premiers, winning the Grand Final two years in a row.
2026 SEASon
For the 2026 season, EHNA intends to nominate three teams, one in each division:
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17 & Under
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20 & Under
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Open
Final nominations will depend on athlete availability, trials/selection outcomes, and competition confirmation.
Competition Details
Season starts: 1 May 2026
Venue: Ray Owen Sports Centre, Lesmurdie (indoor courts)
Game times: 6:30pm and 8:00pm
Focus: High-performance, elite standard netball
Divisions & Eligibility
17 & Under
Born 2009, 2010, 2011 (2012 by exception)
20 & Under
Born 2006, 2007, 2008
Open
Born 2005 and older
COST*
$150 TBC (payable at registration).
Includes;
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Competition fee
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Dress hire
*All costs are subject to change and are indicative only. There may be additional fees if an athlete is not a member of EHNA.
TRIALS
If you’re interested in being considered for an EHNA Premier League team in 2026, register for trials:
Training
Training for U17s and U20s will be Sunday nights. Opens training is TBC depending on athlete availibity.
Important Note for Athletes
Premier League is intended for high-ability athletes and teams. This is a competition for players who are ready for a strong challenge and an elite standard environment — not an additional social game.
EHNA expects athletes to:
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commit to weekly Friday night matches
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train with purpose and maintain high standards
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demonstrate consistent effort, coachability, and teamwork
BOYS
13 – 17 yR OLD BOYS
Boys over the age of 13 yrs are invited to join our program to compete in the Association Championships in an all-boys team.
If there are not enough athletes to form a team for Association Championships, they will train with the girls and join a boys team from other Assocations for the long weekend.
Please contact the EHNA ADO to register your interest.
Trials
Trials are held over two Phases for selection into Academy.
Athletes are selected for Representative Teams from Academy.
U20s, Opens and Masters only attend 1 trial.
There is only 1 trial for Premier League.
If you cannot attend a trial please contact the EHNA ADO.
Ages as of 31 December 2026.
DEVELOPMENT PHASE 1
11 & 12 yrs
BORN 2014 & 2015
Monday 1 Sept 2025
6 - 8pm
Mundaring Arena
Registrations closed
13 & 14 yrs
BORN 2012 & 2013
Monday 8 Sept 2025
6 - 8pm
Mundaring Arena
Registrations closed
15 & 16 yrs
BORN 2010 & 2011
Monday 15 Sept 2025
6 - 8pm
Mundaring Arena
Registrations closed
17 yrs +, MASTERS & OPENS
BORN 2009 & up
Monday 2 Feb 2026
6:30 - 9pm
Mundaring Arena indoor courts
Registrations close 1 Feb 11am
DEVELOPMENT PHASE 2
11 & 12 yrs
BORN 2014 & 2015
Sunday 30 Nov 2025
8 - 10am
Mundaring Hardcourts
Registrations closed
13 & 14 yrs
BORN 2012 & 2013
Sunday 7 Dec 2025
8 - 10am
Mundaring Hardcourts
Registrations closed
15 & 16 yrs
BORN 2010 & 2011
Sunday 14 Dec 2025
8 - 10am
Mundaring Hardcourts
Registrations closed
Uniforms
Our uniform represents our association. Wear it with pride, it represents our knowledge and motto as athletes, coaches and managers.
Uniforms are available for purchase through PlayHQ.
Uniforms and merch can be collected on Monday nights.
Dresses are loaned for competition and do not need to be purchased.
Important Dates
Below are key dates for the 2026 season.
Dates are subject to change
FEBRUARY
ACADEMY PARENT-PLAYER MEETING
MONDAY 9 FEB 2026
Academy Athletes
4:15 - 4:25 pm
U11 | U12 | U13
5:45 - 5:55 pm
U14 | U16
ACADEMY TRAINING STARTS
MONDAY 9 FEB 2026 4:30 - 8 pm
Academy Athletes
4:30 - 6 pm
U11 | U12 | U13
6 - 8 pm
U14 | U16
Uniforms will be distributed before training starts.
MARCH
HUB DAY
SATURDAY 28 MARCH 2026 10 - 3pm
Rep Team Athletes
Connection between our team mates is vital if we want success in playing as a team. Our hub day is about building trust and and a raport within our teams, between our players and our coaches. It's fun day with a fair bit of rivilary between our teams.
Which team will win the grand prize for Hub Day in 2026?
Compulsory for all selected representative athletes (junior and senior).
JUNIOR TEAM TRAINING STARTS
MONDAY 30 MARCH 2026 4:30 - 8 pm
Rep Team Athletes
4:30 - 6 pm
U11 | U12 | U13
6 - 8 pm
U14 | U16
APRIL
SENIOR TEAM TRAINING STARTS
SUNDAY 26 APRIL 2026 6:45 - 8:30 pm TBC
Rep Team Athletes
U20 | Opens | Masters
MAY
DRESS PRESENTATIONS & PHOTOS
WEDNESDAY 13 MAY 2026 6 - 8pm
Rep Team Athletes
Covers important information for the Association Championships long weekend including;
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Hubs and times
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Meeting zones
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Rules and expectations
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Team kits to managers
Each athlete receives their dress for the long weekend and have their team photo taken.
ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIPS
30 MAY - 1 JUNE 2026
Rep Team Athletes
JUNE
PREMIER LEAGUE TRAINING STARTS
SUNDAY 7 JUNE 2026 5:30 - 7:30 pm TBC
Premier League Athletes
U17 | U20 | Opens
AWARDS NIGHT
SATURDAY 27 JUNE 2026
Rep Team Athletes
Celebrate our season in style. Dress up for a beautiful night along the river to celebrate our achievements, hardwork and award winners.
Contact
For more information contact;
Gemma Twidle
EHNA Association Development Officer