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Omega Netball Club Coach & Team manager Handbook

Omega Netball Club’s purpose is to promote and encourage the game of Australian Netball in accordance with the rules of the All Australian Netball Association and to encourage participation and enjoyment in

the sport of Netball as a means of improving health, fitness, the quality of life and good sportsmanship.

Omega Netball Club Coach & Team manager Handbook Page 2

INDEX: Letter of Welcome Page 3 Positions & Responsibilities Page 4‐5 Team selection Page 5 Training : Style of coaching

7 steps of progression Page 6‐8 Duty of Care Page 8 Club Duty Day Page 9 Match Day Page 9‐10 Rotation & Record keeping of players Page 10 Grading of Players Page 11 Wet Weather Page 11 Coach’s Kit Page 11 Medical Information Page 12 Asthma First Aid Page 12 Handling an Emergency Page 13‐14 Awards: Rising Star award / Presentation day Page 15

Appendix:

Match Team sheets Page 16 Training sessions pro forma Page 17 Grading sheets & Criteria Page 18‐20 Medical / Indemnity form 1 Coach’s Kit checklist Page 22 Fees policy Page 23 Code of Conduct Player Page 24 Spectator Page 25 Coach Page 26 Hot weather Guidelines page 27 For the purpose of this Handbook the following are referred as; Kingston and District Netball Association KDNA Victorian Netball Association VNA The committee of Omega Netball Club the committee The executive committee of Omega Netball Club the executive The Omega Netball Club Match Committee the match committee


Dear Omega Coaches, Assistant Coaches, Junior Coaches and Team Mangers, Thank you for your support of Omega Netball Club. We value your time and efforts that you will

put into this year. We ask if you could please take the time to read the information carefully as

it affects your team and your club.

Remember you have the support of the Omega Netball Club and committee to assist you with any concerns or problems that you may encounter. We are aiming to have NO fines from KDNA this year and are asking you to assist Omega Netball Club to achieve this. Please remember there is no such thing as a silly question. If you are unsure please ask? If you don’t you could also lose 4 points for your team and the club is issued with $50.00 for every infringement. We will be providing you with a data base for all players contact, emails, and phone numbers. This information is not to be transferred in any format. We ask that you make contact with each player in your team 1 week before the first training session. This can be done via email or phone. Fixtures and Match times will be determined by KDNA and disseminated once available from KDNA. Teams can be regraded up to week 5 into a season. If the team is re‐graded then % will be averaged for the team entering the new section.

Remember you are the face of Omega! We hope you have an enjoyable year with your team. Omega Netball Club


Coaches ‐ Adult and Junior Coach Appointed by the match committee for 1 year 2 seasons per year. Appointments to team will

be made post team selections.

Adult Coaches, Assistant Coaches and Team Managers must hold a Current Working with Children’s check.

Coach, Assistant Coach, Junior Coach and Team Manager application forms require applicant to sign that they have read and abide to uphold the VNA Coach’s Code of Conduct.

1 Adult Coach per team will be registered with the VNA. This will be paid for by Omega Netball Club.

Adult Coaches are deemed as the supervising adult

Junior Coaches will have a team manager appointed for support. Coaches are responsible for taking weekly training sessions throughout each season with age appropriate drills and the coaching of their appointed team for matches at KDNA. To ensure data is updated during season by informing Omega Netball Club secretary of any changes. Responsible to disseminate all newsletters and information to all players in their team throughout the season/s

Assistant Coaches will be appointed for 1 season by the Omega Netball Club Match committee. Assistant Coaches are responsible to assist Coaches in taking weekly training sessions throughout each season with age appropriate drills and the coaching of their appointed for matches at KDNA.

Assistant Coaches may step in as the supervising adult in the event that the Coach is absent at training or any match.

Team Managers are appointed for 1 season with the consent of the committee. Coaches may appoint a Team Manager to assist the Coach with the consent of the Committee.

The Team Manager is there to support the Junior Coach / Coach with the dissemination of information to all players and parent contact.

Team managers for Junior coaches are deemed as the supervising adult.

Team Managers of Junior Coaches need to attend all meetings on behalf of the Junior Coach.

Team Managers of Junior Coaches need to attend training sessions and KDNA matches. We understand that this may not always be possible and another Omega Netball Club Adult Coach may step in, who holds a current working with Children’s check and has been approved by the committee.

Team Manager to ensure data is updated during season by informing Omega Netball Club secretary of any changes.

Team Selection Process Team selection for each season is the responsibility of the Match Committee. The Match Committee will consist of each Adult coach of the previous seasons teams. In the event that a Coach cannot be present, a Team Manager or Assistant Coach may attend on the Coaches behalf.


Training Playing Netball gives a great opportunity to belong to a team, and to assist in keeping a healthy body and mind. Most players (in particular children) participate in netball activities for fun. The final result is secondary, and as parents / coaches you can support this by applauding good performance and efforts by all players. Training should be fun for all, but also focusing on developing skills and team play. Coaches play an important role not only in the sporting arena but also the everyday life of the participants they coach. Coaches have the potential to influence not only the development of sport specific skills and sporting performance, but also the participants development as a person and their approach to other aspects of their life. While at times it can be challenging coaching can also be an immensely satisfying role. To be effective as a coach, it is important to understand the required role and responsibilities, the advantage and disadvantages of different styles of coaching, why people get involved in sport and how to develop effective relationships with everyone involved. Coaching styles: Regardless of the role and responsibilities expected of a coach, the way that they carry out those jobs will generally determine their ultimate success. A coach’s style will quickly be noticed by participants as well as parents, partners, carers, officials and administrators and this can be either help or hindrance.

What style of coach are you? There are advantages and disadvantages to all of the following styles. Different coaching styles are appropriate for different situations and different participants. Coaches need to identify their natural style and may need to adapt to suit their coaching circumstances. Authoritarian Coach The authoritian type coach is very strict. They punish frequently and while there is good team spirit when the athlete or side is winning, dissent occurs when losing. The authoritian has a personality to handle being ‘hated’ in order to have respect. Business‐like coach The business‐like coach is not very people orientated They are keen on seeing the job done and expect 100 per effort at all times. Nice‐guy coach The nice‐guy coach gets on well with participants of similar temperament who are self‐disciplined. Participants sometimes take advantage of the nice‐guy coach’s personable, cooperative nature. Intense coach The intense coach can easily transmit anxiety through their uptight attitude. They are usually focused on the quality of performance and results. Easy‐going coach The easy‐going coach is one who is casual or submissive and who gives the impression of not being serious.


As a coach you need to ensure that players warm up to assist in the reduction of injury You need to think about what you need to focus on at each training session and build upon age appropriate skills. (Please refer to Netball Victoria guidelines for skills in appendix)

“Remember it is the skill in the drill” Skills development for age – please refer to Netball Skills from Netball Victoria.

The 7 Steps of Skill Progression The ability to progress a skill from its most basic form to court application is one that requires regular practice and experience. According to many of Netball Victoria Coaches, skill progression is an area that needs more developing among coaches of all levels. The following skills are the most fundamental in the teaching and learning of skills.

1. Explanation & Demonstration Explain when and why you use the skill so that a player has a clear picture of where it fits into the game. The most salient coaching points should be emphasised during the demonstration. Use key cue words such as outside leg, bend at knee, turn and push off hard when teaching change of direction.

2. Basic movements / No equipment Player should be allowed to practice the skill without any equipment used at this stage. Individual feedback should be given to each player regarding the execution of the skill i.e.: fault detection and correction Corrections should be made where there are errors that do affect the outcome of the skill, Identify the main problem areas first: do not try to correct too much at one time. Players should be given time to practice the skill once feedback has been given. NB: Once you have given feedback to a player(s) ensure you observe their next attempt. Comment on performance.

3. Basic movement with equipment Depending on the nature of the skill you are teaching, the player should practice the skill with appropriate equipment. For example, the use of cones for teaching change of direction or to represent an opponent; the use of a chair if teaching re‐positioning in defence. Feedback should be the same as noted in step 2

4. Add a Ball After players have been given adequate time to practice the skill individually or in groups as the case may be, the ball should be introduce. The ball can be introduced as stationary object held by another player or coach if, for example the player performing the skill is required to keep their eyes on the ball whilst executing the skill. The ball should then be introduced in the ‘on the move; situations the skill requires. Continue feedback.

5. Add an opponent Once the player is able to successfully perform the skills with the ball in play, an opponent should be introduced. You may decide to remove the ball from the skill performance in the initial stages whilst the player is developing body awareness. Continue feedback.


6. Dynamic Drill Players should then be given an opportunity to practice the skill in a dynamic drill situation so as to incorporate skills of timing and decision making. This could involve the use of more players and other skills which are within the capabilities of the level of players. This step may involve a couple if stages and will require plenty of feedback regarding the skill being taught and other relevant skills/movements required.

7. Court Application The skill should then be incorporated into a court situation. This does not necessarily have to involve the whole court or entire team. The application to the game may involve one third or area of the court where the specific skill is executed. Alternatively this stage may involve application to a few court situations used by different positions. Players could be asked to apply the skill to the court in their designated areas i.e. canter court, goals and defence.

When coaching you should continually emphasise coaching points of the the skill you are teaching.

At each stage of the progression

To individuals and to the whole group

To the whole group The ability to teach, progress and fault detect and correct skills require continual practice and planning. There are many courses and workshops that Netball Victoria offer to coaches and Omega netball club is supportive for coaches to attend.

Duty of Care Coaches are not responsible for any siblings of players at training. Netta and U11 parent/s are requested to be present during training sessions unless other arrangements have been made. Coaches have the right to cancel training due to: 1. Weather conditions: heat and wet weather guidelines from VNA 2. Lack of parent/s presence for Netta and U11 3. It is the Adult Coaches responsibility to be present at every training session. Where this is not possible, another Omega Adult Coach or Team Manager may step in. No training session may take place unless one of the ‘Adult Coaches from Omega Netball Club or Team Manager is in attendance. If this is not possible the training session will need to be cancelled. Coaches are not responsible for the players after the conclusion of training unless prior arrangements are made. If an injury occurs during a training session or match, you have a duty of care to remain with the player until a parent or appropriate adult can be contacted and arrange for collection of the injured player.


Club Duty Day Adult Coaches, Team Managers and committee members are responsible to assist with the KDNA Club Duty. The club duty day consist of duty with set up, roster during the day and pack up duty. Failure to undertake this will result in 2 points taken from every Omega Team and a fine.

Match Day Players need to warm up before taking the court. Please set clear expectation of this with parents and your players. When watching a game congratulate both teams upon their performance regardless of the game's outcome. We encourage all parents to assist the coaches of Omega Netball Club in this, whilst being mindful that no directing of play from the sidelines is allowed from parents. It is confusing for players, especially younger age players to hear a number of directions coming from the sidelines whilst concentration on the game play on court. Please leave the coaching to the coaches as they are the ones who have the game plan in mind and the focus of developmental stages of individual players and the team as a whole. If there is a concern then coaches (not parents) can approach the court supervisor but DO NOT approach the umpire at any time during the match. please see your teams coach or Omega committee member. If the concern is not settles then please advise the Omega Committee and we will approach KNDA in the appropriate manner to ensure all are supported. The main points to consider for every match are;

All players must be registered with Omega Netball club to take the court

First name team to collect score sheet

Each team must supply their own scorer, and the scorer from each team must stand together for the match.

Put a line through the name and positions for each quarter of any player not participating in the match on the day.

All players must have positions for each quarter against their name on scorecard.

You must have 5 or more players to take the court.

All players must wear the correct Omega Uniform, Track pants, bike shorts, gloves, hard peak caps and singlet tops are not permitted to be worn. A windcheater may be worn but must be of the same club shirt colour.

All jewellery must be removed.

Nails must be cut


Fill in player; If a team does not have 7 players then a fill in player from Omega may from a lower section may take the court. Their full name, team name, section & age group must be recorded on the front of the score sheet. i.e.: Jane Doe 11/U A2 All Stars A player can only fill in for a team twice in any one season. A player is recorded as playing if on the score card, even if they do not take the court. If a new player, they must be registered with Omega netball club before being able to play. Fill out their full name, address, DOB must be recorded on front of score sheet. Player must have an existing VNA registration or purchase a one game registration from the KDNA office on the day. This must be shown with birth certificate/proof of age to the KDNA office with score sheet at the start of the match.

A player can only participate in 2 matches on any one day

If a player is injured or sick during your match you can use a fill in player from a lower grade Omega team (follow fill in player regulations and you must write why original player left court i.e.: injury / sick on back of score sheet)

The injured or sick player cannot return to court for the rest of the game if she is replaced by a fill in player.

If you require a fill in player for any match, please ask the coach of the appropriate team not a parent. Coaches will rotate fill in players from team.

Rotations & Record keeping Coaches to keep a weekly record of players positions. All 11&U and Netta players must be rotated through all positions so that they develop skills in all playing positions. These guidelines are outlined by Netball Vic in their Junior Player Policy.

Each player plays two (2) positions every game

Players are to experience ALL positions throughout the season

Rotating positions, during any one match, to be within each area (goaling, midcourt, defence)

All players are to experience goaling ‐ even if it’s only a quarter or two

Players not to remain as GS/GK for the entire match ( special needs players are exceptions)

If the margin in any game become significantly high player MUST be rotated into other areas of play (i.e.: goaler to midcourt, defence to goals, midcourt to either defence or goals)

Club Presidents will be notified if any of their 11Yrs/U teams not complying with these guidelines. (In accordance with KDNA regulations) The Omega Netball Club committee may request to sight the records and must be produced upon request for any team.


Grading of Players each season: Adult Coaches and Junior Coaches are required to complete grading sheet. These are to be submitted by the last home and away match of each season. They are for the use of the match Committee for the sole purpose of player’s team placement for the following season. These are not public documents and will be held in confidence Players will be graded against the Netball Victoria age criteria for the following season. I.e.: Julie Corletto is playing U13 but will go to U15 next season. She is to be graded against the U15 criteria. Kate Beveridge who is also playing in the same team and will remain in U13 next season will be graded against the U13 criteria. Adult Coaches are required as part of their position as a coach to participate in grading of other teams across an age section. This is to assist in obtaining a consistent grading of all players in all teams.

Wet Weather Teams must have minimum 5 players present at the start of the match time at the KDNA courts and wait until the match has been declared a wash out. Please remind all of your players of this at the start of the season. Teams may forfeit a match but will be issued a 4pt penalty and a $50.00 fee. KDNA will have the authority to call of any matches during the day – refer to heat guidelines in appendix. Coach Kit Contents of the coach’s kit are to be determined by the committee annually. It is the responsibility of the Equipment Manager to upgrade and replace annually any equipment in time for the autumn season. Coaches will be supplied with a kit at the start of the autumn season. Coaches are responsible for all equipment throughout the year. Any lost or damaged Equipment must be reported to the Equipment Manager promptly. Equipment will not be replace during the season unless it hinders the players to take to court for matches or if the equipment is faulty. Kits to be returned to Equipment Manager at the end each year in clean condition. Coaches to inform Equipment Manager of any replacement requirements for Kit prior to the start of spring season. Coaches, Assistant Coaches and Junior Coaches will be issued with an Omega Coach shirt. This remains the property of Omega Netball Club and is to be returned when they cease to be a coach with Omega Netball Club.


Medical Information Coaches are to ensure that all medical indemnity forms are completed by every player at the start of the season and kept in the medical wallet in Coaches kit at all times. It is your responsibility as the coach to ensure all forms are collected and you become familiar with any medical needs for the players in your team. Coaches, Assistant Coaches, Junior Coaches are required to fill out a medical indemnity form and this is contained in the medical wallet in Coaches kit for the team that they are appointed to. Any medical information needs to be forward onto the Club Secretary to ensure that our data base is updated annually. If a player has “analphaxis” or “Asthma” a management plan needs to be contained in the medical wallet in the coach’s kit which needs to be provided by the parent of the player. In the event of an injury, Coaches are to fill out an accident report and submit to Omega Netball Club Secretary within 7 days of incident. On Match days there is a First Aid officer at the KDNA courts. In the event of an injury, players to report to the First Aid room to receive appropriate care. The incident will be recorded also for the purpose if a VNA insurance claims needs to be lodged for any out of pocket expenses not covered by Medicare. All players and coaches have been registered with VNA which covers any out of pocket medical expenses. This does not include Ambulance coverage.

Asthma First Aid


Handling a medical Emergency


Awards Rising Star Awards – A template will be emailed to you for

The Rising Star award. This is for you to awarded to a player each week to recognise great play, enthusiasm, team spirit with the purpose to encourage players to strive to undertake their best each week. We would like to see this award awarded to each player at least once per season.

Presentation Day Medals A MEDAL for every team member will be presented each year at the annual presentation day held usually in November. We ask that all coaches nominate each player a category which will be engraved on their medallion. (Remember, you are able to nominate the same category for a number of players, e.g. 2 girls may get the ‘most improved’).

Engraving on medal TEAM NAME: _________________COACH: _____________

Omega N.C. 2011

11/U A1

Most Improved

Sharelle Mc Mahon

Engraving on medal Open Team

Omega N.C. 2011

Open B

NAME

Most Determined

Best Team Player

Most Committed Player

Best All Round Player

Most Improved

Most Consistent

Coaches Award

Best First Season Player

Best All Rounder

Most Enthusiastic Player

Most Valuable Player (ONLY for 11A/U and above)


Match Sheet

Team..................... Date:....../...../

Omega v ....................................... Court..... Time......

Name: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Score:

Comments:

Rising Star Award:


OMEGA NETBALL CLUB - ‘PLAYER’ GRADING SHEET

Age Group ................... Current Team.......................................... Coach............................................. .

Person undertaking Review............................................................................ Date.............................. Advanced (5) Established (4) Adequate (3) Developing (2) Beginner (1

COMMENTS:

Players Name:

POSITIONS PLAYED

ATTACKING: Throwing Catching Footwork

Leading (forward) Dodge/Change

Direction

Anticipation/ Spacing/ Timing

DEFENDING:

Defending Chasing

Jumping/Rebounding/ High Catch

Takes Instruction

Team Commitment Training Attendance Attitude – Training /

Games

Total Score /65


Netball Skills CRITERIA Age 5‐10 Age 11‐13 Age 14‐16 Age 17+

Footwork/ Movement

Landing (1/2 foot)

Pivoting Sprinting Side Stepping

Landing (1 foot ‐2 feet)

Pivoting (outside turn)

Sprinting and stopping

Side Stepping

Landing (1 foot ‐2 feet) Pivoting (outside turn) Sprinting and change of direction

Side Stepping Speed of footwork Recovery of footwork Working a number of combinations

Landing (1 foot ‐2 feet) Pivoting (outside turn) Sprinting and change of direction

Side Stepping Speed of footwork Recovery of footwork Working a number of combinations

Consolidate and advance

Defending Shadowing Hands over the Ball

Shadowing Hands over the Ball Three feet (0.9m)

Defend the shot Combine simple movements into defending actions

Shadowing Working hands over the ball

Recovery to three feet (0.9m)

Defending the shot First ball One on one/two on two Positioning front and side Body control/repositioning Defensive footwork Interception Working the ground

Working together in/out of the circle

Communication skills

Shadowing Working hands over the ball

Recovery to three feet (0.9m)

Defending the shot First ball One on one/two on two Positioning front and side Body control/repositioning Defensive footwork Interception Working the ground

Working together in/out of the circle

Communication skills

Consolidate and advance Sagging Split circle Zone

Ball Handling

Chest Pass Shoulder Pass Catch

Chest Pass Shoulder Pass Catch Bounce Pass Introduce one hand control

Chest Pass Shoulder Pass Catch ‐ snatch Bounce Pass One hand control Hip pass Lob Introduce the fake Working hands at stretch

Speed/release of pass Introduce use of ball on either side of body

Chest Pass Shoulder Pass Catch ‐ snatch Bounce Pass One hand control Hip pass Lob Fake Working hands at stretch

Speed/release of pass Use of ball on either side of body

Consolidate and advance Variety of options under pressure

Shooting Basic Shooting Action

Basic Shooting Action

Introduce working together

Rebounding

Technique Working together

Rebounding Shooting situation Concentration Communication skills

Introduce mental strategies

Technique Working together

Rebounding Shooting situation Concentration Communication skills

Consolidate mental strategies

Work rate and the shot


Attacking Straight Lead Dodge Change of direction

Straight Lead Dodge Change of direction Combine into simple movements on court

Straight Lead Dodge Change of pace Double Dodge Two Leads Re‐offer Hold Half roll and full roll Clear and drive Sprint and change of direction

Space awareness Front cut Communication skills

Straight Lead Dodge Change of pace Double Dodge Two Leads Re‐offer Hold Half roll and full roll Clear and drive Sprint and change of direction Space awareness Front cut Communication skills

Consolidate and advance Screens

Strategies/ Games

Introduce competition through minor games

Experience all positions

Establish competition through minor games

Continue development of all positions

Introduce positional roles

Develop court principles and strategies

Consolidate knowledge of positional roles

Develop the ability to read the game and apply

Extend knowledge of positional roles

Perception/Cognition

Introduce awareness of space

Awareness of space and passing angles

Timing of movement

Introduce decision making – simple options in practices (e.g. throw to either player)

Space awareness Introduce awareness of space, player and pass

Introduce movement on/off the ball

Timing

Movement in relation to court situations

Release of pass Vision Basic peripheral vision exercises

Awareness of players in relation to ball and situation

Decision making

Introduce selection of pass for situation

Simple options to players

Balancing space on the court Selection of appropriate options in court situations

Introduce reading the game techniques in response to opponent’s movements

Space awareness Understanding of awareness of space, player and pass

Understanding movement on/off the ball

Timing

Movement

Release of pass Vision Awareness of players in relation to ball and situation under pressure

Decision making

Balancing space on the court Create/Select appropriate options in court situations (e.g. double play [give and go])

Reading the game techniques in response to opponent’s movements

Able to apply to pressured situations

Attitude Takes Instruction

Team Commitment

Training Attendance

Attitude in Training/Games

Takes Instruction Team Commitment

Training Attendance Attitude in Training/Games






Player Indemnity / Medical Form

Players Name ........................................................................................................ Current team ....................................

Player Date of Birth: ................................................................ Coach............................................................................

My daughter suffers from the following:

Existing illnesses, weakness or disability ...................................................................................................................

...........................................................................................................................................................................................

Allergies (drugs, food, etc.) ......................................................................................................................................

...........................................................................................................................................................................................

I list below any medications that my daughter will be carrying with her for any reason. (State what these will be used for):

..........................................................................................................................................................................................

For possible consultation I advise that my daughter’s

Medicare Number...................................................... Ambulance subscription Yes / No Number................................

Private Medical Fund................................................................................Number..........................................................

Medical practitioner is ....................................................................................................................................................

Address: .................................................................................................................Telephone: .......................................

I give permission for my daughter to participate in the training sessions and match for Omega Netball Club, and agree that the code of conduct for players of the Victorian Netball Association shall apply at all times.

I give permission for the Coach to act on my behalf in the case of my daughter and in particular agree that they shall have the right in any emergency to seek medical or surgical or other treatment for my daughter and that I will be responsible for any expenses not covered by insurance in these circumstances.

I further understand and agree that, from time to time, the coach will delegate all or parts of their authority to others (i.e.; assistant coaches, volunteer helpers,) or in any emergency, and that no prior notice need to be given in relation to such matters.

I understand that training and matches are conducted in order to further the development and wellbeing of those taking part and that although proper care is taken, that care is borne in mind in relation to the degree of control exercised. Accordingly I shall in no way hold the coach or members of Omega Netball Club or other persons in authority responsible for any difficulty that a prudent person could not have foreseen, and I release the Omega Netball Club from any claims I, or my daughter, might otherwise have for any accident or injury she may sustain at training sessions or matches, and indemnify the Omega Netball Club in respect of any such claim.

SIGNATURE OF PARENT/GUARDIAN ......................................................................Date.............................................

Home Telephone No: .................................................. Mobile Phone No:: ......................................................................

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENGY CONTACT OTHER THAN STATED ABOVE:

Name........................................................ Relationship to player..........................................Phone No:......................


COACHES KIT CHECKLIST

Spring / Autumn Season

Name: Team:

OUT IN

1 x Sports Bag

4 x Training Balls

1 x Match Ball

1 x Ball Bag

1 x Training Bibs Colour

1 x Set Position patches

1 x Whistle

1 x Drink Bottle Holder

1x Ball pump

6 x cones for training

1 x FIRST AID KIT

- 1 x Nail Clippers

- 1 x Packet Band aids

- 3 x Pairs Disposable Gloves

- 1 x Pair of Nail Scissors

- 1 x Roll of Elastic Leucoplast tape

- 1 x Sterile Wound Dressing

- 1 x Packet Safety Pins

- 1 x Triangular Bandage

1 x Netball Victoria Rule Book 1 X Display folder for Information 1x medical Form wallet 1 x coaches clipboard & marker 1 x Coach Shirt size……….


Code of Conduct All Players, Parents, Coaches, Assistant Coaches and Junior Coaches will abide by the VNA code of conduct for each category and the KDNA By‐laws.

JUNIOR PLAYER CODE OF BEHAVIOUR

1. Participate because you enjoy it, not just to please parents and coaches. 2. Play by the rules:

* Know the rules 3. Participate fairly and safely. 4. Abide by decisions, without argument or bad temper.

* Captains have the right to approach an umpire during an interval or after the game for clarification of any rule.

* Approach the umpire in a courteous and polite way. 5. Cooperate with your coach, and other players.

* Verbal abuse of officials or other players, deliberately fouling or provoking an opponent and throwing/damaging equipment is not acceptable or permitted. * Treat all players as you would like to be treated. * Ensure that at all times your behaviour is fair. * Be a patient and enthusiastic supporter of fellow players.

6. Applaud all good play, by your own team and opponents. 7. Be a responsible team member.

* Always be on time. * Encourage and assist all players. * Attend all training sessions. * Ensure you always bring the appropriate uniform and equipment to training and/or matches.

8. Do not engage in practises that affect sporting performance (alcohol, tobacco and drug use). 9. Respect and acknowledge the contribution of those who create the opportunity for you to play.

*Volunteers (scorers, coaches, timekeepers, administrators and umpires)


SPECTATOR CODE OF BEHAVIOUR 1.Most players (in particular children) participate in netball activities for fun. They are not participating for entertainment of spectators only. 2. Applaud good performance and efforts by all players. When watching a game congratulate both teams upon their performance regardless of the game's outcome. 3. Respect the umpires’ and coaches decisions. If there is a disagreement, follow the appropriate procedure in order to question the decision and teach children to do likewise. 4. Never ridicule or scold a player for making a mistake during a competition. Positive comments are motivational. 5. Condemn the use of violence in any form, be it by administrators, coaches, players, umpires or parents/guardians. 6. Show respect for your team's coach, the umpire and opponents. Without them there would be no game. 7. Encourage players to play according to the rules and the official decisions, and develop your own knowledge of the rules. 8. Demonstrate appropriate social behaviour by not using foul language, and not harassing administrators, coaches, players or umpires. 9. Support the use of age appropriate development activities and modified rules.


COACHES’ CODE OF BEHAVIOUR 1 Treat all players with respect at all times. Be honest and consistent with them. Honour all promises and commitments, both verbal and written. 2 Promote a climate of mutual support among your players. Encourage players to respect one another and to expect respect for their worth as individuals regardless of their level of play. 3 Encourage and facilitate players’ independence and responsibility for their own behaviour, performance, decisions and actions. 4 Involve the players in decisions that affect them. 5 Determine, in consultation with the players, what information is confidential and respect that confidentiality. 6 Provide feedback to players in a caring sensitive manner to their needs. Avoid overly negative feedback. 7 Refrain from any form of personal abuse towards your players. This includes verbal, physical and emotional abuse. Be alert to any forms of abuse directed toward your players from other sources while they are in your care. (Abide by Netball Victoria Member Protection Regulation). 8 Refrain from any form of harassment towards your players. Treat all players fairly within the context of their sporting activities, regardless of gender, race, place of origin, athletic potential, colour, sexual orientation, religion, political beliefs, socio‐economic status, and other condition. (Abide by Netball Victoria Member Protection Regulation). 9 Be acutely aware of the power that you as a coach develop with your players in the coaching relationship and avoid any sexual intimacy with players that could develop as a result. 10 Avoid situations with your players that could be construed as compromising. 11 At all times use appropriate training methods which will benefit the players and avoid those which could be harmful. Ensure that the tasks, trainings, equipment and facilities are safe and suitable for age, experience, ability and physical and psychological conditions of the players. 12 Ensure the players time spent with you is a positive experience. All players are deserving of equal attention and opportunities. Provide training and game opportunities that ensure everyone has a reasonable chance to succeed and to improve/acquire skills and develop confidence. 13 Actively discourage the use of performance enhancing drugs, the use of alcohol and tobacco and illegal substance. (Abide by the Netball Australia Anti‐Doping Policy).


HOT WEATHER GUIDELINES These new guidelines are based on the latest research as well as the expertise of SMA’s medical and scientific members. SMA encourages a common sense approach and consideration of the comfort and well‐being of all individuals including participants and officials. Modification or cancellation of events, training or withdrawal from participation may be appropriate even in circumstances falling outside these recommendations. There are many factors to be considered when clubs and associations are contemplating modifying, postponing or cancelling sporting events or training. Sporting organisations need to be aware of the difficulty of setting “one size fits all” guidelines in this area. For normally healthy active people, the only dangers from heat illness are likely to arise from high intensity exercise such as endurance running. Most community sport does not reach this level for periods long enough to cause serious harm. However, at any time, high intensity exercise in a hot environment, with the associated elevation of body temperature, can lead to heat illness. Heat illness in sport presents as heat exhaustion or the more severe heat stroke. Heat exhaustion

Characterised by a high heart rate, dizziness, headache, loss of endurance/skill/confusion and nausea.

The skin may still be cool/sweating, but there will be signs of developing vasoconstriction (e.g., pale colour).

To avoid heat exhaustion, if people feel unwell during exercise they should immediately cease activity and rest. Further benefit comes if the rest is in a shaded area with some passing breeze (from a fan if necessary) and the person takes extra hydration. Misting or spraying with water can also help. Heat stroke

Characteristics are similar to heat exhaustion but with a dry skin, confusion and collapse.

Heat stroke may arise in an athlete who has not been identified as suffering from heat exhaustion and has persisted in further activity.

Core temperature measured in the rectum is the only reliable diagnosis of a collapsed athlete to determine heat stroke.

This is a potentially fatal condition and must be treated immediately. It should be assumed that any collapsed athlete is at danger of heat stroke. The best first aid measures are “Strip/Soak/Fan”:

strip off any excess clothing;

soak with water;

fan;

ice placed in groin and armpits is also helpful.


The aim is to reduce body temperature as quickly as possible. The athlete should immediately be referred for treatment by a medical professional. Important: heat exhaustion/stroke can still occur even in the presence of good hydration. Dehydration is fluid loss which occurs during exercise, mainly due to perspiration and respiration. It makes an athlete more susceptible to fatigue and muscle cramps. Inadequate fluid replacement before, during and after exercise will lead to excessive dehydration and may lead to heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To avoid dehydration, SMA recommends that: athletes drink approximately 500 mls (2 glasses) in the 2 hours prior to exercise;

during exercise longer than 60 minutes, 2‐3 cups (500‐700ml) of cool water or sports drink are sufficient for most sports.

after exercise replenish your fluid deficit to ensure that you are fully rehydrated, but not over‐hydrated.

refer to SMA’s free DRINK UP brochure available as a web download at http://www.smartplay.com.au or from your local National Pharmacies store.

(Remember not only to take players into account but also umpires, officials and volunteers.)

WHAT STEPS CAN BE TAKEN TO PREVENT PLAYERS GETTING HEAT INJURY? There are circumstances when players are required to participate in hot conditions. The risk of experiencing heat illness, particularly in such conditions, can be reduced by employing any of a number of strategies. These include: 1. Timing of Games Where possible, especially during the summer months, games should not be scheduled during the hottest part of the day (usually between 11am and 3pm, or noon and 4pm daylight saving time). Early morning or night games minimise the risk of encountering unacceptable playing conditions. 2. Hydration To diminish the risk of heat illness fluids should be consumed before, during and after activity. Thirst should not be relied upon as an indicator of a participant’s fluid needs. Fluid taken should be cooler than the ambient (air) temperature. Research indicates that sports drinks such can be beneficial for replacing fluids, energy and electrolytes lost during exercise. Water is also considered an adequate option to replace fluids, but only for activities lasting up to one hour. 3. Player Rest and Rotation In conditions of high risk participants should be provided opportunities to rest through the use of player interchange or substitution. Shortening the length of the match or extending the time allowed for ¼, ½ & ¾ breaks may be appropriate. The positive effects of rest breaks should also be maximised by employing the following strategies:

Allowing players to rest in naturally shaded areas, or providing portable structures that create shade where and when required

Providing fans, ice packs (for application to groin and armpits) or ice vests

Providing additional fluids to allow participants to spray or douse themselves 4. Clothing


Light coloured, loose fitting clothes, of natural fibres or composite fabrics, with high wicking (absorption) properties, that provide for adequate ventilation are recommended as the most appropriate clothing in the heat. OTHER ISSUES Fitness levels/ Athletic Ability of Participant

An overweight and unconditioned athlete will generally be susceptible to heat stress.

Age and Gender of Participant

Female participants may suffer more during exercise in the heat, due to their greater percentage of body fat.

Young children are especially at risk in the heat. Prior to puberty, the sweating mechanism, essential for effective cooling, is poorly developed. The ratio between weight and surface area in the child is also such that the body absorbs heat rapidly in hot conditions.

Child athletes must be protected from over exertion in hot climates, especially when required to exercise for 30 minutes or longer.

Prior Medical Conditions

It is important to know if any of the participating athletes have any medical condition or are taking medication that may predispose them to heat illness. Examples include asthma, diabetes, pregnancy, heart conditions and epilepsy. Some medications and conditions may need special allowances.

Any player that is experiencing a high temperature, viral infection, diarrhoea, or vomiting should be excluded from participating due to the increased risk of heat illness.

Hats and Sunscreen

Hats and sunscreen should also be used to assist in the prevention of heat illness.

Sunscreens should be water soluble. Hats should be well vented.

Veteran participants (player or umpire) may also cope less well with exercise in the heat. Reduced cardiac function is thought to be responsible for this effect.

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