Sunbury Netball Association is marking 50 years, celebrating its role in promoting netball and providing a place for the community to come together and enjoy the sport for decades.
President Tracie Quigley said throughout those 50 years the association always had a team of passionate volunteer committee members striving to give young netball players a fantastic and enriching netball experience.
“Our goal today is not only to develop athletic skills in young players, but also to foster values such as teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship,” she said.
“We have designed an inclusive netball competition for all ages and genders. Also offering a representative program for aspiring netballers, focusing on skills development, physical fitness and character building.”
The association started in 1974 when netball was played outside at Clarke Oval.
Today, there are more than 2000 registered players ranging from NetSetGo, nine and under, 11 and under, 13 and under, 15 and under and, senior ladies and mixed competitions and most recently an all-boys competition was introduced.
Secretary Melissa Lofts said that aside from playing, the association also offered a number of other exciting opportunities for development.
“Our coaching consists of dedicated individuals who are experienced and provide mentoring for our younger players.
“Our umpiring mentorship program provides a solid foundation for novice umpires to develop the skills and confidence needed for successful officiating.”
The official 50-year celebration will be held on Sunday, November 17 at Witchmount Estate Winery, Plumpton.
Details will be announced on the club’s social media at a later date and attendees can expect an afternoon filled with history, stories and memorabilia plus an exciting panel of speakers.
Details: sunbury.netball@gmail.com
