Year 7 & 8 Woolworths futureFERNS

In 2026 Mid Canterbury Netballs Year 7&8 grade netball will be played on Saturday mornings/early afternoons in the New World Junior Competition inside at the EA Networks Centre.

This competitons emphasis is on converting fundamental movement skills to foundation Netball Skills which are essential for success in any sport. Performance, challenge and 'playing' are key motives for this age group. Rotation around positions and equal game time is expected. 

2026 Dates: 14 weeks of competiton 

Grading: Saturday 2nd & 9th May - Teams will play 2x20min games a day.
Round Robin Starts: Saturday 16th May
No play Kings Birthday Weekend and middle weekend of the July School Holidays
Finals: Saturday 15th August

For information on what clubs you can trial for, please see the tab 2026 Player info - Club contacts.

Please note that Ashburton Intermediate School does not field teams, so players will need to trial at a club.

All coaches for this age group are expected to attend a coaching workshop before the season starts. Workshop dates are:

Thursday 9th April: 5.30pm - 7.00pm
Thursday 16th April: 3.45pm - 5.00pm
These will be held at the EA Networks Centre