Netball
We look forward to
welcoming you to our Club in 2026
RAVENS NETBALL
All players aged from 6 years can join us on the netball court in 2026. All games will be played at Eastwood Ryde Netball Association’s new courts at West Ryde. Netballers play in their teams at the same time each Saturday. The 2026 season kicks off on Saturday 2 May.
There are many ways you can get involved and play netball with Ravens:
JUNIOR
Children turning 6 on or before December 31, 2026 join all 7, 8 and 9 year old’s in playing modified netball.
Children turning 10 by December 31, 2026, play games using the normal rules of netball, including full length goal posts, however there are no finals for this age group.
All other ‘Juniors’ are aged 11 to 17 years. Girls turning 14 years or over by December 31, 2026 can play in a Senior Netball team.
SENIOR
There are multiple divisions for seniors teams to play in at Eastwood Ryde Netball Association.
We also have teams playing Walking Netball. For more information on this format of the game visit this page.
Junior (modified)
players aged 6 – 9 years
Junior
Players aged 10 – 17 years
Senior
Players aged 18+ years
JUNIOR (MODIFIED)
REGISTRATIONS now OPEN
In 2026, children turning 6 on or before December 31, 2026 are eligible to play netball. They join all 7, 8 and 9-year old’s in playing modified netball at Eastwood Ryde Netball Association’s new courts at West Ryde.
These teams are not graded – players are grouped together, usually with other players their age, to form teams of 8-10 players.
The 2026 Winter competition will commence on Saturday 2 May 2026.
If you would like more information or to get in touch with us directly, please email us at netball@gladesvilleravens.com.au. You can also register to play with Gladesville Ravens via this LINK.
JuniorS aged 10-17 years
REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN
The 2026 Winter Day Competition commences on 2 May 2026 and will run through to the end of September.
Children turning 10 by December 31, 2026 play games using the normal rules of netball, including a full-length netball post, however there are no finals for this age group. Juniors competing in age groups from 11-17 years are eligible to play finals.
Junior netballers aged 10-14 are required to attend grading before being placed in a Ravens team for the season, with players grouped together of equal/similar ability. This grading is scheduled to be held on Friday 6th March and Sunday 8th March at Boronia Park Netball Courts.
Older junior teams are not required to attend grading.
Players turning 14 years or over by December 31, 2026, can play in a Senior Netball team.
If you would like more information or to get in touch with us directly, please email us at netball@gladesvilleravens.com.au. You can also register to play with Gladesville Ravens via this LINK.
Senior
rEGISTRATIONS FOR 2026 senior NETBALL
REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW OPEN
The 2026 Winter Day Competition commences on 2 May 2026 and will run through to the end of September.
Gladesville Ravens also has teams entered in Walking Netball and All Abilities.
If you would like more information please email us at netball@gladesvilleravens.com.au. You can also register to play with Gladesville Ravens via this LINK.
RAVENS NETBALL UNIFORM
All players must wear the mandatory Ravens uniform when playing in the winter and summer competitions.
The Ravens playing uniform consists of:
Option 1: Playing dress and boyleg shorts OR
Option 2: Playing singlet and shorts OR
Option 3: Playing singlet and black knee length tights with Ravens logo
Our uniform can be purchased at the Gladesville Ravens online shop. Our training singlet and lightweight jacket are also available through the online shop. If you need to try on the uniform, please arrange an appointment with Cooper Teamwear by calling 02 9807 4411.
Please note, Warm hoodies will also be available for purchase prior to and throughout the winter season.
It can take 6 weeks to receive your uniform and we encourage all members to place their orders well in advance of playing.
Additional Information
NETBALL GRADING POLICY
All Junior players aged 10 to 14 years will be required to attend grading where they will be placed into teams consisting of players of equal or similar ability.
Grading is a complex process with selectors looking at skills, ability, commitment, and attitude. Our selectors also need to consider the team as a whole, ensuring where possible, players are filling the required positions on the court.
At Ravens, for those players who have played with us before, we are able to view coaches’ reports from the previous season and if required, factor this into the selection process.
We also know, players can develop at different times, and we see new players joining the Club each year, which can impact the final composition of our teams.
Our selectors are experienced in selecting and score each player independently before consulting with the other members of the grading committee on team formation. It is a very thorough, fair, and transparent process where we aim to ensure our players have a positive and enjoyable season playing with teammates who are of equal or similar ability.
All players will need to be registered with Netball NSW to attend grading.
umpiring
Umpiring is a fantastic way to be involved with the sport of netball, with some great opportunities and pathways available to umpires at a Club, Association and State level.
During the winter season, Ravens is required to supply umpires for up to 30 games every Saturday. We also provide umpires for rep carnivals, gala days, and grading.
We have many wonderful umpires who have been a part of the development program available through the Club who continue to umpire games every weekend.
We also welcome experienced umpires who are interested in umpiring for the Club, particularly in the afternoons during the winter season.
WET WEATHER
During the competition season, wet weather notifications will be shared by Eastwood Ryde Netball Association through the PlayHQ app.
ERNA’s new courts are all weather and dry quickly, so always assume that games are ON unless otherwise advised.
Regarding training, please check the Ravens Facebook page if it relates to pre-season activity or contact your coach /manager for regular team training updates.
Contact Us
Bree Totman
NETBALL COACHES & MANAGERS INFORMATION
We are a Club that can only exist with the help of volunteers. We need volunteers to fill coaching and managing roles.
We also have opportunities for young players to learn how to become a coach, as part of our Junior Coach Mentoring Program. If you are aged 14+, and are interested in coaching, please get in touch.
All coaches and managers attend an information session prior to the start of the season with coaches also invited to our ‘Coach the Coach’ sessions.
SPONSORSHIP
Sponsorship of the representative level teams plays an important part in their success. We are not a large Association with 100,000 members, nor do we have the might and financial resources of the larger historical men’s programs. We are a stand alone FEMALE representative program that supports and encourages empowerment of women. If this fits your corporate or personal principles, then please think about becoming a sponsor, so we can grow and empower the womens game together.
If you would like to hear more about our sponsorship packages, then please CONTACT US HERE
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