Junior (Years 7-8)
A Whole New Game Awaits!
Ready to step it up? The Year 7-8 competition is where the action gets real! No more modified rules, longer games, and more chances to shine on the court.
Winter Season 2025
You’ll be coached by a passionate parent and/or an experienced coach and graded as a player and a team, following Perth Netball Association guidelines.
Key Dates to Know for Winter 2025
- Grading Starts: 18 February
Grading sessions will help us place you in your team during February and March. - Training Begins: Mid-late March (you may have a break over term 1 school holidays, depending on availability of team and coach). Training generally runs on Tuesdays, 5:00-6:30pm at our Robertson Park Home Ground in North Perth (this depends on coach availability.
- Game Days: Saturday mornings at Matthews Netball Centre, Jolimont.
Depending on your team’s grading division, games are at 10:00am or 11:30am.
Season Timeline
- First Game: Saturday 3 May 2025
- Season Ends: 20 September 2025 (or earlier if your team doesn’t make finals – last game would be 30 August).
- Winter Competition Dates.
Registrations
Winter Season Registrations have now closed.
Spring Season will open in early August and close at the end of August 2025.
And hey, don’t forget to get your parents involved – we love our volunteers!
Contact
Reach out to our Volunteer Year 7-8 Coordinator:
Ashleigh Brand
📧 yr7_8coordinator@dynamitesnetballclub.com.au
📞 0412 868 854
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Year 6 and Year 7-8 competition and games?
There are no more modified rules, longer games 10 minute quarters), now 15-minute quarters, and more chances to shine on the court. Also there is no rotation of Captain and Vice Captain role in year 7-8. These positions are allocated for the whole season.
How many players are in a team?
A minimum of 7 players and a maximum of 12 players are allowed per team . A maximum of 10 players may take the court each game. If the team has more than 10 players the additional players may support from the sidelines but may not play the game even if there is an injury.
Does my child need to come to training?
Yes. Attendance at all training sessions is expected unless the player is unwell. Players must be dressed appropriately for training, no jewellery is to be worn and nails must be cut short. If for some reason the player is unable to attend then they must notify the coach as soon as possible. We will train in rain (the games go on, so the players must get used to playing in the rain). However if it is severe weather or lightening we will cancel training. You will be advised by the team on whatsapp group if training has been cancelled.
Does my child need to play ever game?
Players are expected to attend all games unless unwell. Arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled start, ready to take the court (dressed and strapped) for warm-up. Wear the full uniform, remove all jewellry (PNA does not allow taped earrings), and keep nails short. If unable to attend due to holidays or school activities, notify the coach and team manager by the Thursday night prior at least, or preferably a week in advance if possible.
If your team has more than 10 players, you may be rostered off for a game. Attendance is not required, but your support from the sidelines is always appreciated!
Do I need to help out as a parent?
As a Club run by volunteers we would love you to help out in any way. If you would like to contribute then email our secretary secretary@dynamitesnetballclub.com.au
As a minimum you will need to either score/time a game as per a roster made up by the team manager. In addition please bring some fruit and lollies for the players to share at half time. If you are not available on the day of your rostered parent duty it is your responsibility to advise the team manager and swap with another parent at least a week in advance.