Player Development and Loading
How does load relate across the age/development groups
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Netball New Zealand have developed player development guidelines that provide a clear and gradual progression in both the frequency and duration of practices/games dependent on age and experience. They also highlight, especially in the younger age group the importance of diversity in activity – playing other sports helps build the capacity and skills of the athlete.
Of note is that the emphasis is on the athlete to choose and prioritise the netball contacts that they do – always remember that it should be a player centred approach when developing a plan with your athletes.
Age and development specific Loading recommendations
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Available to download below is a breakdown of the specific maximum loading recommendations for each age group specific to netball. There are further procedures provided for tournament weeks at the end of this section.
