Netball Manawatu

All players eligible for selection:

Important Note* In 2026 all U14 players wanting to trial for a Representative or Betty Steffensen Team must be born in 2012 or 2013 (As required by Netball Taranaki for the North Island Junior Netball Championship Event). Anyone younger will be eligible and encouraged to participate in our Year 7 - 8 PDP Programme.

must be UNDER the respective age as of 1 January the year of trials.
must be affiliated and competing in a Netball Manawatu competition (excluding U18 & Mens)
must be able to attend ALL trials, trainings, team activities, and tournaments.
agree to abide by the Netball Manawatu Code of Conduct and Ethics (available on the NM App or website).
agree to pay fees as set down in the schedule of fees.

NB: In 2026 NO refunds will be given to players for missed tournaments. Dispensation may be granted by Netball Manawatu on a case-by-case basis.

All parents and spectators associated with players eligible for selection agree to abide by the Netball Manawatu Code of Conduct and Ethics (available on the NM App or website).

Prep U14 players for representative netball trials.

Calling any player who may be interested in trialing for a U14 Netball Manawatu Representative or Betty Steffensens team in 2026. This THREE-week program is an opportunity to dust off any cobwebs, touch up on your skills, and get netball ready for the up-and-coming Netball Manawatu Representative & Betty Steffensen Trials.

Each of the three sessions will involve Netball Smart components, game-based activities, ball skills, and a chance to connect with other netballers.

Prep 4 Rep is the perfect stepping stone for aspiring rep players who are ready to challenge themselves and take the next step in their netball journey.

COST:

$15 for Three sessions ($5 per session).

Dates:

Wednesday 18th March- Session 1

Wednesday 25th March - Session 2

Wednesday 1st April - Session 3

Timings:

U14 - 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Sessions will be held at Netball Manawatu - VAUTIER PARK

Please note that this program is NOT compulsory for players wanting to trial for Representative Teams - Just an opportunity that we are providing for players to brush up on their skills before the trials.

U14, U16, & U18 Team Tournaments 2026

Majorie Jendon Tournament

Saturday 30^th May – Sunday 31^st May 2026, Paraparaumu

Teams Attending

U14

Te Matau-a-Māui

Sunday 7th June 2026, Hawkes Bay (Mitre 10 sports park)

Teams Attending:

U16, U18

Betty Steffensen

Sunday 14th June 2026, Palmerston North (Vautier Park)

Teams Attending:

U14, U16, U18

Wellington Centres Combined Invitational

Sunday 21^st June 2026, Lower Hutt (Taita Netball Courts)

Team Attending:

U16

Dale Wortman Invitation Fixtures

Sunday 21st June 2026, Wellington (Akau Tangi)

Team Attending:

U18

Netball Whanganui Tournament

Sunday 28^th June 2026, Whanganui (Laird Park)

Team Attending:

U14

North Island Junior Championships

Sunday 5th July- Tuesday 7th July 2026, Taranaki

Teams Attending:

U14 & U16

NNZ U18 Championships

Monday 13th July- Thursday 16th July 2026, Christchurch

Team Attending:

U18

Betty Steffenson Development Team Tournaments 2026

Betty Steffensen

Sunday 14th June 2026, Palmerston North (Vautier Park)

Teams Attending:

U14, U16, Development Teams*

Viking Tournament

Sunday 21st June 2026, Dannevirke (Anderson Park)

Teams Attending:

U14 & U16 Development Teams*

Netball Whanganui Tournament

Sunday 28th June 2026, Whanganui

Teams Attending:

U14 & Development Teams*

Open Men's and Women's Tournaments 2026

Netball Manawatu Opens Fixture

Sunday 2nd August 2026, Palmerston North

Team Attending:

Open Women's

Netball Wellington Centre Open Grade Fixtures

Sunday 23rd August 2026, Wellington

Team Attending:

Open Women's

NNZ Open Grade Championships

Thursday 10th September 2026- Sunday 13th September 2026, Christchurch

Team Attending:

Open Women's

REPRESENTATIVE PLAYER REGISTARTION