TRAIN LIKE STORM

Train Like Storm is open to athletes aged 14–19 who are currently playing in a 15&U, 17&U or Senior netball competition.

No. Representative experience is not required.

Train Like Storm is designed for athletes who are committed to improving their skills and performance, regardless of whether they have previously represented the Northern Territory.

No. Train Like Storm is an athlete development program designed to help players improve their skills, confidence and performance. Participation does not guarantee selection into any Netball NT representative team.

The program is delivered during the second half of the year, leading into the National Netball Championships Phase 1 trials, making it an excellent opportunity for athletes considering trialling to prepare. However, representative aspirations are not required—Train Like Storm is open to any eligible athlete who is committed to developing their game.

Your registration includes:

// Four Netball NT on-court development sessions

// Goal setting to support your athlete development

// Guidance on how to get the most out of the recommended Northern Territory Sports Academy (NTSA) Open Futures sessions

// Collaboration between Netball NT and NTSA to help support your development throughout the program

No.

The Open Futures sessions are strongly recommended as they complement the on-court program and provide additional athlete development opportunities. Athletes are encouraged to attend as many sessions as possible to maximise the benefits of the program.

No. Athletes do not need any previous experience with Open Futures.

Train Like Storm will provide information about the recommended Open Futures sessions and how they complement your on-court development.

Each Train Like Storm on-court session runs for approximately 90 minutes. This allows sufficient time for a structured warm-up, skill development, match-play activities and a cool-down, ensuring athletes receive the full benefit of the program.

Athletes should bring:

// Suitable training clothing

// Enclosed sports shoes

// Personal ankle strapping or ankle braces

// A water bottle

// A towel

// Any required medication, such as an asthma puffer

We encourage athletes to attend all four Netball NT sessions and as many recommended NTSA Open Futures sessions as possible to gain the full benefit of the program.

If you know you'll miss a session, please let your coaches know as early as possible.

Absolutely. Train Like Storm is open to eligible athletes from all Northern Territory associations.

The on-court program is currently delivered in Darwin and Alice Springs, and athletes are required to attend the sessions at their chosen location.

The recommended Northern Territory Sports Academy (NTSA) Open Futures sessions are available in Darwin, Darwin Rural, Palmerston, Barkly, Big Rivers, Central Australia, East Arnhem, West Arnhem and the Tiwi Islands, giving athletes from across the Territory the opportunity to participate.

Your place is confirmed once you have completed the registration form and payment has been successfully received.

If a session needs to be postponed due to unforeseen circumstances, such as extreme weather, Netball NT will contact all registered participants as soon as possible with further information.

If you have any questions about Train Like Storm or the registration process, please contact Peta Stephens, Head of Netball, at netball@netballnt.org.au