DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
Netball Samoa is proud to deliver structured development programs that are made possible through the generous support of the Pacific Netball Partnership, funded by the Government of Australia. These programs are designed to strengthen and grow netball across all levels in Samoa, ensuring that our athletes, coaches, officials, and administrators are continually supported and developed.
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At the core of these programs are key objectives that guide our ongoing efforts. One major focus is on expanding local development pathways creating clear opportunities for players to progress from grassroots through to elite levels of competition. In addition, we are committed to building capacity within our communities by equipping coaches, officials, volunteers, and leaders with the necessary skills and knowledge to foster a strong, supportive netball environment.
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Another important pillar of these programs is the focus on corporate growth and long-term sustainability. By developing strategic partnerships and strengthening operational capabilities, Netball Samoa aims to ensure that the sport continues to thrive and remains financially stable for future generations.
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Through these targeted initiatives, Netball Samoa continues to lay a solid foundation for the future of netball in the country, while promoting participation, excellence, and opportunity for all.
KIDSNET
The KidsNET development program is continuing and played in every Government, Mission and Private School in the country. Teachers have been coached and trained to deliver and officiate the sport and are provided with opportunities to increase their capacity in netball. For two years we have held a Primary School Girls Competition on Saturday mornings. We have seen an increase of teams entering into this competition each year.
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In addition to the School Girls Competition, we conducted Netskills Clinic for players in Year 3-8. The participants in the clinics showed an improvement of their skills and awareness of the game during the competition.
TEENSNET
TeenNET is an advanced netball program for more experienced younger players in College sector. Players at this level are selected and trained towards the annual International School Girls Competition. These young ladies are provided further opportunity for development through their introduction and involvement in the National Netball League. To support the TeensNET program, a Samoa Accelerant Program was established for players between
14-18 years old.
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Samoa Accelerant Program provides development, education and support structures for athletes, coaches and umpires to easily integrate to the next level of the elite athlete pathway and focuses on individual development. The program follows three core strands that promote holistic athlete development.
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SAMOANET
Netball is the highest participant sport for females and males alike in Samoa. The sport is promoted via its popular development programs throughout primary and colleges as well as the larger community. Netball Samoa has a very engaging role in the community and boasts a tangible reach in the tens of thousands of people that come into direct contact with NS staff and volunteers at various clinics, workshops and netball events.
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Netball Samoa has developed a close relationship with the National University of Samoa Faculty of Education through the delivery of core netball skills as part of the Health and PE Program for new teacher trainees at the Primary and Secondary level.
Development programs in the above categories can range from four to 12 weeks and engages a specific genre of people that are directly involved over and over again.