ERNA Youth Advisory Committee

ERNA is proud to launch a new initiative designed to give young people across our Association a voice - inviting them to share their ideas, perspectives, and feedback to help shape the future of netball.

The Youth Advisory Committee policy can be found under the Policies page on the ERNA website HERE

Any questions can be forwarded to Karen Waud OAM president@ernanetball.com.au

Nominations for 2026 are now open! HERE is the link to nominate. Nominations close Friday 24th April 2026.

Heart Kids Cup 2026

Congratulations to our ERNA Hawks Opens, 23U and Futures teams on competing in the HeartKids Cup, helping raise $12,500 for a wonderful cause!

Congratulations to our 23U's who placed 2nd, and to our Opens who placed 5th and finished 3rd in their pool.

The 2026 HeartKids Cup took place on 21–22 March at Netball Central, bringing together all 10 Netball NSW Premier League clubs for a weekend of pre-season competition. Opens, 23U (and emerging teams) hit the court in preparation for the upcoming season, gaining valuable match experience against strong opposition.

Beyond the on-court action, the event plays an important role in supporting HeartKids, raising both funds and awareness for children and families affected by childhood-onset heart disease. We're proud to support our own Marley Aplin (ERNA Hawks Opens player) whose brother was born with a very rare and complex heart condition - The Heartkids Cup was founded by her mum 14 years ago to raise awareness for this charity.

A feature of the weekend was the always-popular Celebrity Charity Match, which added to the community spirit and fundraising efforts. The HeartKids Cup continues to be a key event on the netball calendar, combining high-quality competition with the opportunity to support a meaningful cause.

2026 Junior Representative Camp

The Junior Representative Camp this year was held at Boronia Park, Gladesville, bringing together our 12–15 years Development and Representative squads for an exciting and engaging day. The morning kicked off with a “Survivor Challenge” team-building program, where players were encouraged to collaborate, communicate, and problem-solve as they worked together to complete a series of fun and challenging tasks. It was a fantastic way for athletes to step outside their comfort zones, build trust, and start forming strong connections with their teammates.

In the afternoon, players took part in goal-setting workshops, helping them to focus on both their individual development and their contribution to the team throughout the season. They also gained valuable insights from an informative nutrition session, before being put through their paces in a series of netball skill drills led by our Premier League ERNA Hawks Opens coaches. Speed and biometrics sessions were also delivered by a qualified fitness instructor, giving players a well-rounded and high-performance experience.

What a big day! It was a wonderful opportunity for players to meet new teammates, build friendships, and strengthen team bonds. The day laid an important foundation for teamwork, communication, and a positive team culture as we head into the representative season.