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WelcomeWelcomeWelcomeWelcome 3

Values of the ClubValues of the ClubValues of the ClubValues of the Club 4

What is available?What is available?What is available?What is available? 5

Net Set Go 5

7 to 11 Years 6

12 to 17 Years 6

18 Years & Over - Open 6

Codes of BehaviourCodes of BehaviourCodes of BehaviourCodes of Behaviour 7

Players’ Code of Behaviour 7

Officials’ Code of Behaviour 8

Coaches’ Code of Behaviour 9

Parents’ & Spectators’ Code of Behaviour 10

Club PersonnelClub PersonnelClub PersonnelClub Personnel 11

Club AdClub AdClub AdClub Administrationministrationministrationministration 11

Committee Responsibilities 11

Officer Terms 12

Officer Roles 12-13

Club Meetings 14

Team Manager Roles 14

Roster Example 15

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Club Uniform 16

Trophies 16

Subscriptions & VNA 16

Annual General Meeting 17

Interest in Coaching 17

Interest in Umpiring 18

Umpire Remuneration 18

Other PoliciesOther PoliciesOther PoliciesOther Policies 19

Asthma Policy 19

Selection Criteria 19

Borrowing Players 19

Finals and Grand Finals 19

Playing Positions 20

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WELCOMEWELCOMEWELCOMEWELCOME

St. Patrick’s Netball Club welcomes all Players and Parents. We hope you enjoy your netball experience with us. We are a friendly club providing all players with the opportunity to play netball at a level appropriate to their team ability. It is important that every child and parent enjoys himself or herself, improves their skills, plays in a team sport and makes friends. For this reason we have developed this Information and Policy Manual to assist with the administration of the Club. This manual has been developed through experience and over time will be updated as required. It formalises the values that promote good relationships between all parties and it is required that any changes to this Manual be made and approved by the Committee. Happy Netballing, St.Patrick’s Netball Club Committee

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VALUES OF THE CLUBVALUES OF THE CLUBVALUES OF THE CLUBVALUES OF THE CLUB St. Patrick’s Netball Club is a member of Waverley City Netball Association. The competition is played at Waverley Netball Centre, Corner of Waverley & Jells Roads, Glen Waverley. Competition is held on a Saturday where we promote participatory elements of the sport as well as the competitive aspect. St Patrick’s Netball Club values participation in physical activity, skill development, fair play and good sportsmanship whilst providing an opportunity to meet and make friends. St. Patrick’s places value on the recreational participant as well as the potential champion. St Patricks Netball Club support the player and also encourage further growth for those players interested in umpiring, coaching and/or representative netball.

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WHAT IS AVAILABLE?WHAT IS AVAILABLE?WHAT IS AVAILABLE?WHAT IS AVAILABLE?

• A Child must be turning 8 years of age during the year they commence playing in Saturday competition.

• Teams are formed according to birth dates NOT friendship groups or school classes... Any exception to this rule is considered on a case-by-case basis and is done at the discretion of the Committee.

The Committee will make final decision on selection for all teams.

• Players in 11 and under teams will be rotated in all positions evenly. Skill development and participation is the number one priority for St. Patrick’s Netball Club 11 and under players.

• Whilst playing within the Waverley City Competition, Waverley City Netball Association will grade St Patrick’s netball teams according to age and standard of play for relevant ages.

Net Set Go

Net Set Go is offered to children in grades 1, 2 and 3 and is organised by the Net Set Go Coordinator. During these years, children will learn basic netball skills. Simply being active and learning co-operative play are important aspects of this period. Net Set Go takes place during Term 2 of the school year and usually takes place at St. Patrick’s Primary School on a Wednesday afternoon. The Club strongly recommends that players participate in the Net Set Go program for at least one, ideally two terms before playing competitive netball on a Saturday morning. Children must have paid their VNA insurance, before they can participate in the program. This charge is incorporated in the Net Set Go subscriptions that are paid to the Club. The VNA insurance cost is determined by the Victorian Netball Association on a yearly basis and must be renewed each year.

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Net Set Go is a stepping-stone for young girls to be part of the St Patricks Netball Club. We encourage those that are graduating from Net Set Go, to join our club, as the girls before them have.

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7 - 11 YEARS

In these years there is increased skill development, made possible by better co-ordination. At this age children understand rules and strategies and compete quite well as team members.

• Training once per week for a Saturday game. Training details are confirmed and advised prior to the commencement of each season.

• Girls are eligible to try out for selection for Waverley City Representative team.

12 - 17 YEARS

This is a period of rapid growth physically and emotionally, which can make young people feel awkward and self-conscious. Girls in particular, have concerns, which can affect their attitude to involvement in sport. During these years teenagers are seeking their identity. It is a challenging time personally, socially and physically. It is a time when the idea of sport and physical activity may become a lower priority.

• Training once per week for Saturday game. Training details are confirmed ad advised prior to the commencement of each season.

• Girls are eligible to try out for out for Waverley City Representative Teams.

• Encourage players to participate in umpiring courses and umpire for the club from Year 8.

• Encourage players to participate in the coaching of the younger netball teams.

• Encourage players to participate in Club Administration.

18 YEARS & OVER – OPEN

• Saturday Netball – Waverley City Netball Association – Jells Park.

• Monday Night Netball – Waverley Night Association – Jells Park.

• Encourage players to participate in umpiring courses, umpire for the Club, and become a badged umpire.

• Encourage players to coach the younger teams of the Netball Club.

• Encourage players to participate in Club Administration.

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CODES OF BEHAVIOURCODES OF BEHAVIOURCODES OF BEHAVIOURCODES OF BEHAVIOUR PLAYERS’ CODE OF BEHAVIOUR

• Remember you are representing the St. Patrick’s Netball Club and are part of a team.

• Wear correct clothing and footwear at all times.

• Always play by the rules.

• Never argue with an Umpire. All umpire decisions are final. If you disagree, do not approach any officials, report the incident to your Team Manager or Coach, Club President or Club Secretary for them to follow up.

• Control your temper. Verbal abuse towards umpires or players is not acceptable.

• Deliberately distracting, unduly rough play or provoking an opponent is not acceptable or permitted in any sport.

• Work hard, firstly for your team and then for yourself.

• Be a good sport. Applaud all good plays whether they are by your team or your opposition.

• Treat all players as you would like to be treated. Do not interfere with, bully or take advantage of another player.

• Co-operate with your coach, teammates and opponents. Without them there would be no competition.

• Train and play hard, but also for the fun of it, not just to please parents and coaches.

• Commit to co-operating and listening to your coach.

• Participate fully in training.

• Be an inclusive team player, respectful of all skills levels of teammates.

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OFFICIALS’ CODE OF BEHAVIOUR

• Modify rules and regulations to match the skill levels and needs of children.

• Compliment and encourage equal participation to all players.

• Be consistent, objective and courteous when making decisions.

• Condemn unsporting behaviour and promote respect for all opponents.

• Emphasise the spirit of the game, rather than the errors.

• Encourage and promote rule changes that make participation more enjoyable.

• Be a good sport yourself. Actions speak louder than words.

• Keep up to date with the latest trends in officiating and the knowledge of growth and development of children.

• Remember, you set an example. Your behaviour and comments should be positive and supportive.

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COACHES’ CODE OF BEHAVIOUR

The successful coach invests more in the wellbeing and interests of the players than in their win-loss record.

• Be reasonable in your demands of the young player’s time, energy and enthusiasm. Remember that they have other interests.

• Teach your players that rules of the game are mutual agreements, which no one should evade or break.

• All players deserve equal court time.

• Remember that children play for fun and enjoyment and that winning is only a part of it.

• Never ridicule or yell at the players for making mistakes or losing the competition.

• The scheduling and length of practice times should take into consideration the maturity level of the players.

• Develop team respect for the ability of opponents, as well as for the judgement of officials and opposing coaches.

• Remember players need a coach they can respect.

• Be generous with your praise when it is deserved and set a good example.

• Make a personal commitment to keep yourself informed on sound coaching principles and the principles of growth and development of children.

• Implement appropriate discipline to players who show contempt to player’s code of behaviour.

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PARENTS’/SPECTATORS’ CODE OF BEHAVIOUR

• Parents/Spectators are not permitted to approach an umpire or coach during the game or at training.

• Any concerns, suggestions or opinions about your child's performance are to be directed to your Team Manager. If required, the Team Manager will consult either with a Committee Member and/or coach and provide feedback to you.

• Children participate in sport for FUN. They are not participating for the entertainment of spectators only, nor are they miniature professionals.

• Encourage children to participate, do not force them.

• Focus on the child’s efforts and performance rather than winning or losing.

• Applaud good performances and efforts from each child. Congratulate all children on their performance regardless of the outcome of the game.

• Encourage children to always participate according to the rules.

• Never ridicule or yell at a child for making mistakes or losing the competition.

• Remember that children learn best by example. Applaud good plays by all teams.

• Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities.

• Respect the Coach’s decisions and teach children to do likewise.

• If this code is not adhered to, the Committee reserves the right to impose a ban from game day attendance or refuse parents to register their child to play for the Club.

• The code is in place to make netball an enjoyable game and to protect all involved – our children, team managers & coaches alike.

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CLUB PERSONNELCLUB PERSONNELCLUB PERSONNELCLUB PERSONNEL CLUB COMMITTEE

PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER REGISTRATION OFFICER SOCIAL COORDINATOR PURCHASING OFFICER UMPIRES COORDINATOR COACHING COORDINATOR NET SET GO COORDINATOR

COACHES

Each team, U11 – U15 will have at least one coach and perhaps one assistant coach. Teams U17 and above are deemed old enough to “coach” themselves.

TEAM MANAGERS

Each team will have one nominated person as Team Manager to liaise with the Committee, team members and their families.

CLUB ADMINISTRCLUB ADMINISTRCLUB ADMINISTRCLUB ADMINISTRATIONATIONATIONATION COMMITTEE RESPONSIBILITIES

The main focus of the club is the Saturday Competition and promotion of the participatory element of sport; hence the committee is responsible for the following:

• Saturday competition / Other competitions as required

• Training Issues

• Net Set Go

• Players

• Coaches

• Social Functions

• Monthly Meetings

• Policy Development & Enforcement

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• Communication of information from WCNA and Netball Victoria

OFFICER TERMS

All positions on the Committee become vacant at each Annual General Meeting. Officers are eligible to renominate for the same position.

OFFICER ROLES (BRIEF DESCRIPTION ONLY)

President

• Chair Meetings

• Ensure the smooth administration of the Club

• Provide support/advice to players, coaches, parents, other Committee members as required.

• Resolve conflict issues

• Promote leadership

• To Liaise with the webmaster for the Website

Vice President

• To Support President and act as President in their absence

• To be the main point of contact for Team Managers

• Main contact for player replacements for game day

Secretary

• Attend to correspondence

• Prepare agenda

• Record minutes

• Receive correspondence

• Communicate information to Committee, Team Managers and Players/Families as required.

Treasurer

• Bank monies and pay accounts

• Prepare monthly report for committee meetings

• Attend to all financial matters

Registration Officer

• Receive and co-ordinate all registrations

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• With consultation of Committee, submit teams to be registered with relevant competitions

Social Coordinator

• Organise social functions Purchasing Officer

• Attend to ALL equipment requirements

• Ordering and distribution of all new uniforms. Umpires Coordinator

• Prepare roster for umpiring of games

• Inform umpires of any updates etc.

• Remuneration of Umpires

• Refer to Official’s Code of Behaviour

• Encourage members to be involved in umpiring

• Liaises with Netball Victoria for upcoming testing/courses etc.

• Liaises with the Waverley Umpire Co-ordinator as to the progression of our Club Umpires.

Coaching Coordinator

• Co-ordination of all Coaches

• Development of coaches – training sessions/courses/feedback

• Endorse Coaches Code of Behaviour

• Assists coaches with player positions on game day and finals, as required

Net Set Go Coordinator

• Co-ordinate the Net Set Go Program

• Promote the participatory nature of the sport

• Promote good sportsmanship

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CLUB MEETINGS Meetings are held once a month at a venue as advised by the Secretary. TEAM MANAGER ROLES

To provide a positive and supportive adult presence and to liaise between players, coaches and Committee. Checklist of Responsibilities

• Keep up to date with “club policy” and “happenings” and provide relevant information to parents/coaches/players.

• Support and assist coaches with resolving any difficulties or answering any queries.

• Ensure that the “team bag” is at every match and game balls are pumped up.

• If your team is first named collect the score sheet from the Control Box, if not first named, arrange for a St. Patrick’s representative to stand with the opposition scorer.

• Each week check the score sheet is filled in correctly with names, new player details etc.

• If a player that is filling in is playing two games on the day, a WCNA form must be completed and signed by the Club Secretary as well as a WCNA Committee representative, prior to the game and attached to the score sheet.

• If the player does not have a current VNA, go to the Control Box and organise for either their yearly VNA to be paid or purchase a single game day voucher. Please note that single game day vouchers are for those players who play one or two games per year.

• Prepare a roster for scoring, provision of captains and any extra requirements. (Refer to example)

• Check if there is a colour clash with the opposition’s bib colour, and if so arrange for replacement bibs from the St. Patrick’s representative at the courts.

• Liaise with team members and committee.

• It is an expectation that each parent will take a ‘turn’ at being the team manager.

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EXAMPLE OF TEAM ROSTER

Welcome to the Netball Winter Season for 20XX.

Please ensure the girls arrive at least 20 minutes before game to allow for warm up.

Game time is ______. As we have 9 players there is no player rostered off this season so please let your coach know if you are unable to play so she can arrange team positions for the day

When it is your turn to score you will need to collect the Score Sheet and complete. Also bring lollies & oranges for the girls.

If you are unable to do duty on the day allocated, please arrange to swap with another parent. We look forward to a great season with the girls and would like to thank all parents for their support.

DATE DUTY

13th March Red Family

20th March Brown Family

27th March Blue Family

17th April Green Family

1st May Black Family

8th May White Family

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CLUB UNIFORM

The following is required to play netball:

• Lycra Body Suit - Navy with silver grey cyclones.

• White St. Patrick’s Netball Socks.

• Runners - suitable for Netball.

••• Nails must be cut short.

• All earrings must be removed.

• Newly pierced ears/earrings must be covered/taped correctly with flesh coloured tape... In this instance, a pass must be obtained from the WCNA box on game day and passed to the umpire before the game. This is the responsibly of the child/parent, not the team manager or the coach.

• NO other jewellery is permitted including charity bands, anklets and soft leather bracelets.

• Plastic or metal headbands are not permitted. SUGGESTED/OPTIONAL EXTRAS:

• St Patrick’s Cyclone Club Jacket. TROPHIES

Should a team win a Grand Final, all original team sheet members shall receive a medal from the Club.

SUBSCRIPTIONS & VNA FEES

The Club will endeavour to keep costs to parents at a minimum. Subscriptions are paid prior to the commencement of each season, Winter and Spring. The Committee will determine fees. Once fees are paid they cannot be refunded. No GST is charged on fees. These fees are advised to members at the beginning of each year.

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

An Annual General Meeting will be convened in February / March every year. Team Managers will be advised of Committee vacancies and Pre-Nomination forms will be circulated prior to the meeting via email. A listing of members attending will need to be compiled and the following should be conducted at the AGM: Treasurer’s Report Re-election of Office Bearers

INTEREST IN COACHING

Interested players may begin coaching. Initially they would become assistant coaches under the supervision of an adult. Coaches must be 16 years of age and will move from Assistant Coach to Coach at the discretion of the committee. Progression to coach is based on performance, maturity, commitment, ability and course participation. All coaches must complete a Foundation Course during the tenure of their coaching. Coaches are allocated teams at the discretion of the Committee, and these teams may change from season to season. There are a number of courses that coaches may wish to attend to enhance their coaching expertise. The Coaching Co-Ordinator will keep interested applicants up to date.

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INTEREST IN UMPIRING

Interested players may begin umpiring once they reach Year 8.. Before they umpire they must have completed and passed the Theory Exam and attend a Junior Introduction to Umpiring Course. Interested applicants will be kept up to date with courses made available throughout the year. Club Umpires will be selected/identified by Waverley Umpire Co-ordinator for “Badge” opportunities.

UMPIRE REMUNERATION

Prior to commencing umpiring, interested persons must sit a theory exam and attend a junior – Introduction to Umpiring Course. Umpires are paid according to their level of expertise. The rates are as follows: A Badged $30 (1 Hour Game) B Badged $25 C Badged $20 Unbadged $15 Umpires are paid weekly. The Umpire Co-Ordinator is responsible for preparing the roster and the payment of umpires.

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OTHER POLICIESOTHER POLICIESOTHER POLICIESOTHER POLICIES ASTHMA POLICY

All players who suffer from asthma and require medication must have their medication with them AT ALL TRAINING SESSIONS AND GAMES. Because of the seriousness of a sudden asthma attack, players who do not have their medication with them will unfortunately be unable to take part in the relevant training session or game. SELECTION CRITERIA

All teams will be selected according to their dates of birth. Any exception to this rule will be considered on a case-by-case basis and is done at the discretion of the Committee. The Committee will make final decision on selection for all teams. There will be a maximum of ten players (10) per team. If a vacancy is immediately available new players may fill the vacancy otherwise they will have to be placed on a waiting list for the following season. BORROWING PLAYERS

In the event of one of our teams not having enough players on the day of competition, they may borrow a player from a lower section. A player may also be given special permission from the Waverley City Netball Association to play two (2) games in one (1) day. For permission to play two (2) games, refer to the Club Secretary.

FINALS/GRAND FINALS

Any pennant/ flag won by a premier or runner-up team in grand finals will remain the property of the St. Patrick’s Netball Club. It will be added to the Club’s banner.

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PLAYING POSITIONS POLICY

It is the aim of the club that all players will have developed a working understanding and ability to play in all positions. To assist with this aim the Club has developed a Playing Positions Policy for the guidance of coaches. 11 Years and Under

• Coaches in 11 & under shall regularly rotate players through all the playing positions.

• It is recognised that when a team has a number of inexperienced players and some experienced players; it is beneficial to the team to play the more experienced players in the key positions early in the season.

• However over the season it is expected that each player will be given experience both at training and in games in all positions.

• All players to play minimum of half game in any game including all finals.

13 Years and Under

• Coaches in 13 & under grades shall rotate players through different playing positions. This may be achieved by selecting: for example, 3 positions per player.

• A Coach can rotate players in different positions during the course of a game that meets the players’ strengths and / or benefits the team during that game.

• At training, however, it is anticipated that all players shall have their experience and expertise in all positions expanded.

• All players to play minimum of half game in any game including all finals.

15 to 19 Years and Under

• Coaches are encouraged to discuss the implementation methods to achieve aims with the other coaches in their age group to ensure a consistent approach is maintained. It is also anticipated that at this stage, players will become more accustomed to set positions. The Club acknowledges this and playing positions will be decided at the coaches’ discretion.

• All players to play minimum of half game in any game including all finals.