Raiders Allstars Netball Club

At this weeks training we will have hoodies and socks available for purchase (card only, no cash).

Look out for Paul who will set up at the control desk.

As always, you can order our uniform items online too for pick up.

https://raiders-all-stars-netball-club-inc.square.site/s/shop

🤩 Raiders 29 coming together after a hard game, celebrating the positives in their play. 👏

💙 Super close game between Raiders 2 and Raiders 3 ❤️

Our two Raiders Men’s teams had their first official match against each other on the weekend, helped out by some of our super subs to make up the numbers!

Registrations are still available if you or someone you know is keen, welcome for all ages 14+.

🤗 Raiders 24 & 25 after their game (13 years Div 1)

🤍 Umpire Ash doing a great job on court 🥳

Raiders 40 3/4 time chat with coach Sienna. Great win team! 👏

❤️💙 As we move through the season, we would like to remind all parents and spectators of the important role umpires play in our game and the expectations we have around sideline behaviour.

Netball simply cannot be played without umpires.

Each week, our umpires give their time and effort to ensure games can take place, and they deserve the respect and support of everyone involved.

Like players, coaches and officials, umpires are human. Players may occasionally step, drop a pass, miss a shot or make an error in judgement. Similarly, umpires may not see every infringement, may miss a call or may occasionally make a mistake. This is a normal part of sport.

We ask all parents and spectators to:

• Respect all umpiring decisions, even when you disagree with them.
• Refrain from questioning, criticising or commenting on umpiring decisions from the sideline.
• Allow coaches to coach and players to play.
• Encourage all players, not just your own child.
• Demonstrate positive sportsmanship at all times.

Please remember that only team captains may respectfully approach an umpire during a break in play to seek clarification on a rule or decision. Parents and spectators should not approach umpires before, during or after games regarding umpiring decisions.

Many of our umpires are young people who are developing their skills and confidence. Today's young umpire may become tomorrow's senior representative umpire. Encouragement, patience and respect from the sideline help them develop and stay involved in our game.

Our players are always watching and learning from the adults around them. When they see parents displaying respect, resilience and good sportsmanship, they learn valuable life lessons that extend well beyond the netball court.

At Raiders, we pride ourselves on being a family-friendly club where players, coaches, umpires, volunteers and spectators feel supported and valued. We thank you for helping us maintain this positive culture.

Thank you for your ongoing support of our players, coaches and umpires throughout the season.

DPNA have determined that the grass courts have become waterlogged and unplayable due to the amount of rain experienced over the past few days.

The 7/8/9 years games scheduled for play on the grass courts 30th May WILL NOT TAKE PLACE and will be rescheduled for Saturday August 29 as per the calendar.

ALL GRASS COURT GAMES CANCELLED - 7/8/9
White, 7/8/9 Maroon, 7/8/9 Purple, 7/8/9 Rose, 7/8/9 Gold, 7/8/9 Sapphire, 7/8/9 Emerald

ALL HARD-COURT GAMES WILL GO AHEAD -
7/8/9 Red, 7/8/9 Green, 10s to Opens

See Wet Weather section in the Fixtures Book for more information on DPNA’s wet weather policy.

This Saturday, May 30, is our annual Indigenous Round. As part of the day, we are honoured to welcome a member of the Turrbal Peoples who will perform a Welcome to Country at 11:00am (after the conclusion of the 10:00am round). We encourage all members to attend this ceremony and to note the changed game times for the 11:10 + later rounds.

We will have a variety of items for sale featuring the DPNA Indigenous Artwork commissioned by Quandamooka Artist, Tallulah Mewett, including keyrings, socks, tote bags and croc charms. We will also have ribbons available for sale. These items can be pre-ordered via our shop and collected on Saturday, or can be picked up on the day!
https://downeypark.majestri.com.au/shop