NetballSmart is the official injury prevention and performance enhancement programme of Netball New Zealand. This holistic programme works by connecting at all levels, from coaches, players and parents to officials and governance.
NetballSmart is embedded into coaching resources within New Zealand and is a part of the netball community, from grassroots through to performance and high-performance.
NetballSmart’s four key strategies are:
- Decrease serious injuries (ankles & knees).
- Increase engagement of NetballSmart philosophies into netball practices.
- Improve player wellbeing and welfare.
- Develop Physically Capable Competent Movers (PCCM) who can cope with the demands of the game.
South Zone NetballSmart Development Officer
Meet our NetballSmart Development Officer Paula Shortall
Paula supports Netball Centres in the South Zone to develop NetballSmart strategies and practices, as well as delivering the NetballSmart principles to coaches, players, parents, and umpires.
As an experienced physiotherapist, Paula Is a passionate advocate of improving players movement patterns, performance and wellbeing whilst reducing the risk of serious injuries.
If you are interested in how NetballSmart can work with your netball community, please contact Paula
For more information, visit www.netballsmart.co.nz
