ELEV8 NETBALL ACADEMY

The netball season is approaching quickly, and whether you are a seasoned player or new to the game, preparation is key to performing your best on the court. Getting ready involves more than just showing up on game day. It requires physical conditioning, mental focus, and strategic planning. This guide will help you build a solid foundation so you can enjoy the season and improve your skills. Players warming up on a netball court before the season Building Physical Fitness fo

Dear Elev8 Athletes & Families, That’s a wrap on 2025 – and what a year it’s been! To our athletes: thanks for the hustle, the growth, the laughs, and the very confident appeals to the umpire. You’ve levelled up this year and we love seeing the work you put in every session. To our parents: thank you for the lifts, the sideline cheerleading, and for trusting us with your athletes (and your calendars). Now… 2026 👀 We’re turning up the heat and going global. We’re excited to w

The final whistle has blown, the courts are quiet, and the season is officially over. While the offseason might seem like a time to put...

Whilst I realise some Associations are into Grand Finals - were we play - we only start Semis tomorrow - so this one is for you starting...

The season’s done, the final goals have been scored, and your netball shoes might be looking (and smelling!) like they deserve a holiday...

When preparing for a 3-day netball tournament, it’s not just your training that matters — your nutrition plays a massive role in your...

As the school holidays draw near, young athletes have an incredible opportunity to boost their skills and make the most of the break....

Rainy weather might dampen the court, but it doesn’t have to dampen your netball performance. While wet conditions can make the game...

In the fast-paced, high-energy world of netball, success on the court comes down to more than just natural talent. It requires...

How Do I Get Better Skills for Netball? Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been playing netball for years, there’s always room to...

Why I Love Playing Netball – More Than Just a Game There’s something about stepping onto the netball court that makes the world quiet...

Staying in shape over summer for netball requires a mix of fitness, skills training, and recovery. Here are some practical tips: Fitness...

To have a winning edge - start before the competition. For the next two weeks make sure we work on fitness goals - here are a few...

Warm-up: Jog 2 laps of the oval, then stretch; Calves, quads, glutes, hamstrings, hip flexors and adductors. Complete 2 more laps of the...

As we are coming into the Christmas Break - what are some things you can do to keep your fitness up? Over the next week we will show some...

As the netball season has finished the next few weeks we will be posting advice on what to do for trials. Have a Plan Ensure you have had...

You would think that with the end of the season coming, it is time for a bit of R&R - the reality is, this is the time to start working...