💙 President’s Welcome
Welcome back Dynamites — to what is already shaping up to be a fantastic netball year!
While the official winter season doesn’t tip off until May, with registrations now closed, coaches appointed and completing induction, and grading for players in years 7-12 underway, it certainly feels like the season has well and truly begun.
This year we’re thrilled to have 160 players registered from primary and secondary schools across the City of Vincent catchment and our neighbouring local communities. Each year we continue to grow, reflecting the strong demand for a welcoming, inner-city club where players can connect, learn and thrive through netball.
At Dynamites, our focus is simple — creating a fun, respectful and team-centred environment where players can enjoy the game. Our dedicated coaches are passionate about supporting every player to build skills, fitness and confidence while having plenty of fun along the way. They work closely with our amazing Competition Coordinators, who have been busy behind the scenes over recent months preparing for the season.
A huge thank you to our Volunteer Competition Coordinators for their leadership:
• Gemma Owen (Net Set Go)
• Sarah Miles (Years 5–6)
• Carly Willcox (Years 7–8)
• Sharon O’Reilly (Years 9–12)
Please be sure to thank them when you see them — their time and energy make such a difference.
We’d also like to recognise our wonderful volunteer Committee Members who continue to lead the club this year alongside our coordinators: Sharyn Marrissen, Jodie Gray, Kristy Jones and Brooke Lau. Our club simply couldn’t operate without the dedicated doers in our community — thank you for everything you contribute.
Here’s to a brilliant season ahead. See you on the court!
Ashleigh Brand
President
🌐 Uniform Orders Close 22nd February
Dynamites Uniform orders must be in by this Sunday, 22nd February – late orders cannot be accepted.
Visit our Uniforms page for ordering link.
A buy and sell uniform group will be coming soon to the Dynamites Facebook page.
🏐 High School Grading Session Two – 24th Feb
Our second mandatory grading session is on Tuesday 24th February. Please make your way to court 2 for this session. Parents are welcome to sit on the limestone steps in the shade to spectate. Please remember to fill water bottles before grading as these courts are further from the fountains.
You can read more about Dynamites grading process here.
If you have questions about grading, or your child cannot make a session, please contact your relevant year group Coordinator as early as possible:
Years 7 & 8 – Carly Willcox
📧 yr7_8Coordinator@dynamitesnetballclub.com.au
📱 Mobile 0419 194 993
Years 9-12 – Sharon O’Reilly
📧 snrcoordinator@dynamitesnetballclub.com.au
📱 Mobile: 0449 590 223
📍 Our Biggest Net Set Go Season Yet!
This Winter we’ll have a record 5 teams participating in Net Set Go, including players from years 2 to 5 from six different primary schools – North Perth, Mount Lawley, St Paul’s, Highgate, Bassendean and St Columbo’s. Most teams include a mix of players from different schools, which will be a great opportunity to make new friendships as well as hone skills! Big thank you to our volunteer parent coaches/assistant coaches – Ellice, Shannon, Jack, Brett and Ben as well as our club coaches Robyn and Sienna – coaching is a big commitment and we appreciate you all taking the role on this year. Our coaches will be supported by team managers Jules, Alene, Lisa D and Brooke – thank you for your support also! Looking forward to a fun season ahead.
💬 WhatsApp Club Broadcast
Many parents are not getting emails, so if everyone could please join the club’s WhatsApp announcements feed, we’ll send vital information out there as well. Use this link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IzG78KD3xM81K2W3y7KxB1
Or the below QR code if easier.
🏆 Meet Sharyn
Sharyn Marissen, Coach Team 1 (9-12)
I started my netball journey at Greenwood Primary School as an assistant coach to a parent. I stayed with Greenwood PS until both of my friend’s daughters finished primary school. From there, I continued coaching junior teams while exploring umpiring and becoming involved with WDNA committees.
During this time, I umpired for the U/15 association team and achieved my State C Badge. Enjoying my involvement with association teams, I went on to complete my Level 1 Coaching Course, which allowed me to apply for a role managing — and later coaching — an U/15 association team.
I also coached school holiday programs, senior teams, and umpired at all levels of the game. In addition, I ran the junior competition at WDNA and served on the executive team.
I later returned to netball by supporting Coolbinia Primary School and am now proud to be coaching at Dynamites. In 2025, I completed my accreditation as a Development Coach.
📅 Winter Competition Dates
The Winter Netball Season starts in Term 2 – make sure you are up to date with the PNA Winter Netball Calendar to plan any holidays.
All the info you need for Winter Netball at the PNA can be found on the PNA website.
🙋🏽♀️ Interested in Umpiring?
Has your player thought about joining the Dynamites umpiring team in 2026? Umpiring is a great way to develop skills and confidence on and off the court.
Players interested in umpiring are encouraged to complete an expression of interest.
Our amazing Umpire Coordinator Hannah will be in touch for the 2026 season.
Complete the Umpiring EOI here.
Thank you for being part of the Dynamites community. We cannot wait to see everyone back on court in 2026. Keep Training and Stay Strong!
TICK TICK BOOM 💥
Warm regards
Dynamites Netball Club
