Netball

Netball requires a base level of fitness and skill level for sound performance so a player can perform tasks without onset fatigue. In a game of netball an athlete's body needs to be able to provide and sustain energy aerobically. This is dependant upon the individual's cardiovascular system to transport and efficiently use oxygen during the sustained exercise. In specific, aerobic training is significant for netball players due the stamina required to maintain intensity throughout the course of the game. The different type of aerobic training; continuous/ uniform (A single exercise sustained for an extended period, generally at low to moderate intensity- approximately 65%-80% of an athlete's maximum heart rate), fartlek (Frequent and random…

Overview/background Being the fifth time Australia has staged the event, the Gold Coast will host the 21st commonwealth games. With 300 days of sunshine, gazing on a 55 km stretch of golden sandy beaches, world heritage listed rainforests, lots to do, surrounded by friendly faces the Gold Coast is the ideal location to hold the Commonwealth Games. It is Australia’s sixth largest city, one of the fastest growing regions in the country and one of the most diverse year round tourism destination in…

The Castle (1997), directed by Rob Sitch and Strictly Ballroom (1992), directed by Baz Luhrman both succeed in displaying the idea of Australian dreamers. They both to show that Australia is a land where working hard can make dreams come true. Scott, from Strictly Ballroom, dreams to win the Pan Pacific’s, and more importantly, to dance his own steps. Darryl, The Castle, just wants to keep living his simple life in his house with his family. While both ideals and characters vastly contrast, they…

Dodging enables changes of direction to take place within a game of netball. When performed correctly, a dodge challenges the defending player, making it more difficult to obstruct and intercept the played ball. It can cause the dynamics of the game to change completely, allowing you to avoid the defender by a sudden quick movement. I play wing attack, and occasionally goal attack, therefore it is my job to pass the ball up the court and into our goal. In order to do this, I regularly break free…

P.E. Studies Sport: Netball Injury: Ligament tear Location: Ankle How the injury occurred: • Player is landing after receiving a catch but as they land they roll their ankle outwards Ways to prevent injury: • Wear supportive shoes designed for netball • Make sure the surface is flat and made with appropriate material • Tape or wear an ankle support • Warm-up before commencing exercise • Stop activity when any pain is felt even mild pain Steps involved in immediate assessment of injury: •…

The sport I have decided to choose is netball and the position is Goal Keeper (GK). The main task of the Goal Keeper is to defend the goal, to prevent the ball from making it to the goal circle and to stop a goal from being scored. The contrasting opponent is the Goal Shooter. Key tactics – Goal Keeper: • Close defence of the goal shooter. • Work well/communicate with the Goal Defence in the goal circle. • Defence • Catch the rebound/missed goals. • Be quick in order to intercept balls from the…

Each session needs to be well planned to improve fitness for a specific fitness level depending on the type of sport. The sport, which I have decided to discuss for health and fitness, is Netball. It is a game that is very exciting, which involves running, jumping, throwing, catching, and it is well known internationally. Yes, mostly a female game and not much played in the USA. It is very similar to basketball and the training must include: warm up and warm down, practicing skills and…

Introduction Sporting code of choice is Netball Netball is a sport played with a ball and two teams of seven players. Netball games are played on a rectangular court surface with two raised goal posts with rings on the top. The rings are used to shoot the ball in. Each player has a specific position to play on the court and certain players are restricted to a certain place. Each team has a Goal Shooter, Goal Attack, Wing Attack, Centre, Wing Defence, Goal Defence and Goal Keeper. A…

Why Netball is Fun!!! Everyone knows that playing sport is good for you physically. It gets you out of the house and away from the screen-based activities –TVs, computers and video games. But the immediate health benefits, while significant, might almost be outweighed by the long-term benefits playing a team sport like netball can have. “A recent research summary report by the Women’s Sports Foundation, highlights that girls who are physically active, including those who play team sports have a…

Access and Equity at Brisbane State High School Netball An individual’s decision to participate in a particular sport can often be influenced by contributing social factors that can directly and indirectly shape their opinions with respect to that specific sport (Houlihan et al 2008). Such factors can be illustrated and understood utilising Figueroa’s framework, outlining exactly how they can influence and impact one’s decisions (Amezdroz et al 2010). Netball is an enjoyable yet highly…