Unfortunately, due to the ongoing situation caused by COVID-19 and the uncertainty of how long the lockdown may continue, the difficult decision has been made to cancel the remainder of the 2021 IWSNA Winter competition.

IWSNA will award 1st and 2nd places as at the end of the first full rounds e.g. Round 6 and Round 7 (depending on number of teams in a division).

We are all very disappointed at having to make this decision and that our competition could not continue.

At this time no decision has been made regarding a Summer competition given the uncertainty around ongoing restrictions. We will provide further information when it becomes available.

To all ANC players and family members we thank you for your ongoing support and ask that you all stay safe and well!!

After the latest advice of the NSW Government the 2021 season continues to be on hold until further updates are received.

The IWSNA Executive is monitoring the situation and reviewing possible options for a safe return to court once given the go ahead.

We will continue to provide updates as information becomes available.

Let's do everything we can to stop the spread:

• limit your movement
• follow hygiene and mask guidelines
• get tested if you show any symptoms.

Dear Players and Parents

With the announcement today of the extended lockdown in Greater Sydney we have been advised by Netball NSW and Public Health of the continuation of the Public Health Order of the 26th June requiring us to immediately cease all netball training and/or games.

This means that the games set down for IWSNA this Saturday 10 July have been cancelled.

Training sessions at the courts at Croydon Park are also on hold till further notice.

We will provide all our members with updates as we receive them. 

Take care everyone and stay safe.

The 2021 season will commence on Saturday 24 April 2021 at IWSNA, Cintra Park, Crane Street, Concord.

Ashbury will field 29 teams from 8s through to Seniors, along with our Mini Magpie program.

• The competition fixture is now available from the Inner West website. Select drop down - 2021 Winter and select relevant age/grade.
• Coaches, please make sure that players, especially new players, have a meeting place or court number to meet on the first day. Court Plan,
• Parking is very congested around Cintra Park and I would ask you to leave plenty of time to get to the grounds and to please be considerate of the residents and DO NOT PARK IN DRIVEWAYS.
• There is no March Past again this year.

COVID RESTRICTIONS

A number of the restrictions that were in place in 2020 have now been removed.  All games are now back to their usual times and there are no limitations on the number of people who can attend the courts on Saturdays as we come under the current Government and Health guidelines.  We do need to still adhere to the following:

• ALL attendees MUST register their attendance by way of the QR Code located on the back of the score sheet; on Post pads and other entry and exit areas.  This does not apply to players as this is recorded on the scoresheet.
• Social distancing should be maintained at all times.
• If anyone is unwell or experiencing COVID like symptoms they are NOT to come to netball and should get tested.

SCORE SHEETS AND SCORING

• One team to nominate a scorer for the whole game (no swapping) who will be responsible for scoring AND ticking player participation in the appropriate space on the score sheet.   If a player is absent the tick box should be left blank. It is generally accepted that the first name team should score but this is not a rule.
• Scorer to record all details of any players playing up e.g. Full name printed legibly PLUS the team they are playing up from.
• There will be no photo cards used this year.    
• Score sheets will be placed in the centre circle before each game and picked up from the centre circle at the end of each game as per last year (volunteers to help with this welcome)

Any questions regarding scoring please email ashburynetball@gmail.com or seek out a member of the ANC Committee on the day.

UNIFORMS

• Please also remember, strict guidelines for uniforms apply - green and white dress, mainly white socks and appropriate footwear, black sports briefs (NO BIKE PANTS).
• Any enquiries regarding uniforms, please contact our Uniform Coordinator, Merrill Sells (ashburyuniforms@gmail.com)
• NO JEWELLERY (this includes ear-rings, nose-rings, rings, bracelets etc.  ALL MUST BE REMOVED.
• If anyone has had their ears pierced recently, they cannot be TAPED, ear-rings must be removed. Please leave all jewellery at home so it doesn't get lost.
• If players have long hair, it must be tied back and out of their eyes.

WET WEATHER

In the case of wet weather during the season, a decision is usually made on the morning of the game, although in some instances the grass courts may be closed the night before by Council.  Team Coaches will be advised about wet weather decisions and messages will be posted on our website and Facebook page.

The Vision and Mission Statements of the Ashbury Netball Club will be underpinned by demonstrating the following values:

Attitude                  A positive mind-set produces a positive outcome

Safety                     Always put safety first and always play safe

Honesty                 Look at yourself first

Behaviour             Set yourself high standards

Understanding    Be considerate of fellow members playing ability

Respect                 Be considerate of fellow members and your surroundings

You                        Ashbury is your Netball Club

Wishing everyone a successful season.

REGISTRATIONS FOR 2021 WINTER COMPETITION HAVE CLOSED

The 2021 Winter Competition will run from 24 April to 4 September 2021.  Registrations CLOSED on 10 February 2021.  ALL FEES MUST BE PAID BY 9 APRIL 2021.

All games are played at Cintra Park Netball Courts, Crane Street, Concord on a Saturday.  Game times will not be available until mid-March 2021.

The Active Kids Program will be available from 1 January 2021.  Login now and obtain your voucher through SNSW before registrations open.  PLEASE ENSURE YOU USE YOUR VOUCHER WHEN REGISTERING ONLINE.  CLICK HERE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.

All registrations are processed online via MyNetball - Club:  ASHBURY NETBALL CLUB only
Register HERE for NetSetGo NET - 5-7 years (Mini Magpies - no uniform required) $120 per player 
Register HERE for NetSetGo SET - 8-9 years (Modified) $180 per player
Register HERE for Junior (10 years - 15 years) $180 per player
Register HERE for Cadet (16 and 17 years) $220 per player
Register HERE for Senior (18 years and over) $240 per player
Please follow the appropriate link for your AGE (age as at 31 December 2021)
Here is the link to the  MyNetball Participant User Manual Version 2018 v01.18.pdf

You can also update your personal details and access your free MyNetball Learning portal through your account.
Please ensure if you are a new player that you provide a copy of your birth certificate or passport as proof of age (if under 18 years of age).

Age is determined as at 31 December 2021.

Thank you to everyone who attended our Annual General Meeting on 2 December 2020.  The 2021 Committee is listed here.

On Saturday 28th November at the IWSNA AGM it was with great pleasure that the President, Leanne Blackmore was able to award The Shirley Prideaux Award to Catherine Nealon and Anne Tait from Ashbury Netball Club.

"Aunty Shirl" was the epitome of a volunteer and this award is the highest accolade a volunteer can receive from IWSNA.

Both Catherine and Anne have for many years now given over and above to both the Ashbury Netball Club and Inner West Netball and this award couldn't be more appropriate for them.

Congratulations and thank you Catherine and Anne for all the time you spend at Cintra and behind the scenes supporting our members and Netball. Its very much appreciated.

Training Venue:  Croydon Park Bowling Greens (Netball courts), Brighton Avenue, Croydon Park.  

THERE WILL BE NO PARKING ON THE GROUNDS WITH THE EXCEPTION OF COACHES.

Players should make sure they come with plenty of water, wear appropriate footwear and comfortable clothing for training.