Netball Manawatū Academy 2026

Netball Manawatū Academy

The Netball Manawatū Academy is designed to provide our community with meaningful opportunities to grow holistically as players, umpires, coaches, and individuals, while fostering physical, mental, and social well-being.

This pre-season programme is targeted at Year 9–13 secondary school students, helping you prepare for the netball season ahead. The Academy will run over two days of a weekend and include a 6-week block of training activities packed with extension opportunities to support your ongoing development.

This programme is open to all, making it an inclusive opportunity for anyone at any stage of their netball journey.

Ready to take the next step?

If your interested please see below information or email michaela@netballmanawatu.org.nz for more information!

Key Dates 2026​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Michaela Darmody

Academy Lead

Kia ora everyone,

I am really excited to be facilitating this programme for players, coaches, umpires and individuals who are wanting to participate in this programme!

I am looking forward to seeing how each individual flourishes over the programme, and what goals can be achieved through this!

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or queries regarding the programme. I will be willing to help you!

Looking for to this exciting new opportunity!

Ngā mihi,

Michaela Darmody

Academy Information 2026