Woolwich Netball Club Policies
Grading Policy
Aim
This policy aims to ensure Woolwich Netball Club provides our members with the opportunity to grade and play for teams that are competitive within the competition of ERNA.
To do this we ensure all players placed in teams can:
Grading Committee & Committee Responsibilities
The grading committee consists of the President, Secretary, Umpiring Convener, Registrar and Coaching Convener of the WNC and includes a panel of independent graders for grading day. No member of WNC will be involved in the grading of their own children and must notify the grading panel of this and any other conflict of interest.
Other committee responsibilities are outlined in Grading Committee Policy.
Parent/Carers and Players Responsibilities
It is the expectation of the Woolwich Netball Club that parents/carers and players are aware of the Grading Policy and that parents and players are reasonable in their expectations of the grading committee, the expertise of the Woolwich Netball Club and the processes in place to ensure fair and accurate grading.
Age Groups:
13, 14 & 15s
Individual grading will take place if there is more than one team in these age groups. Woolwich Netball Club holds one grading day before the beginning of the season with one wet weather day date allocated.
It is the expectation of the WNC that players that would like to play for WNC in the top two teams attend grading irrespective if they played in this team the previous season. If there are circumstances outside of the control of the player/family, please communicate this to the secretary of Woolwich via email [email protected]
Players can nominate to play in their class group (Year 7, 8 or 9) however players must be eligible for either 13, 14 & 15’s (be 13, 14 or 15 years as at 31 Dec in the year of play). Nominations must be submitted via email in an RSVP form for Grading Day to [email protected]
13, 14, and 15s can nominate 2 friends they would like to be in the same team with. The grading committee will do their best to take these requests into consideration as team formations are based on position, skills and player experience.
When grading, mid court, defence and shooting positions will be taken into account to ensure the distribution of positions into teams.
All players that do not attend Grading Day will be graded into teams based on coaches report (which includes ability, attitude and attendance), mid-season grading review, playing experience and friendship groupings.
Cadet, and Senior Players
Cadets must be 14 to 17 years of age as of 31 December in the year of play.
Seniors must be a minimum of 14 years of age as of 31 December in the year of play.
There is no Grading Day for Cadets & Seniors.
These players must put their own teams together and a representative from each team is to notify WNC of the players in their team via email to [email protected].
WNC always welcomes new players to our club. New players who do not have a team may contact WNC who will assist them in finding a suitable team to be placed in based on previous experience, positions nominated, previous grading, and vacancies will be considered by the Grading Committee.
The Grading Committee will do their best to accommodate all requests however the grading committee will finalise all teams based on positions, skills, and player experience.
Grading Process
There are three information collection points that are considered by the WNC Grading Committee that have equal value in the decisions of the team’s selection:
Grading Day will occur at the completion of registration via Player HQ. RSVP’s to Grading Day must be submitted by completion of the Grading Day form available via email (sent to email nominated on Player HQ) and on the WNC website, indicating age/division and two positions to trial in.
On Grading Day, the following will be taken into consideration:
Each player will trial in two nominated positions. A player may also be asked to trial in a position that they have not nominated to assist with the grading process of other players.
The committee will consider:
The committee will also consider the rules of ERNA for team selection in configuring teams.
We request that parents or other family members do not stand courtside during Grading Day. Parents, players and coaches are also not able to approach the selectors at any time at Grading Day or after the grading process. However, coaches may be consulted by the grading committee if required.
Final Team Selection
After Grading Day, the Grading Committee will meet to finalise the teams and the divisions that the teams are likely to be placed in.
Announcement of Teams
Will take place via the Woolwich website and players will be notified via email of the posting of the teams.
Appeals
If a player/family believes that there has been an unfair placement of their child or themselves, an email to [email protected] must be received within 24 hours of the posting of teams on the Woolwich Netball Club Website. The Grading Committee will review the appeal and the decision will be reported via email. All appeals will be handled with absolute confidentiality.
Confidentiality
All grading, coaches and mid-season reports and selectors discussions are strictly confidential. Parents/players or other family members will not approach the grading committee for information.
Late Registrations
Late player registration after being advised of cut off via email and via the WNC website are at the discretion of the Grading Committee. Players will be advised by the Woolwich Registrar via email with instructions. If there is availability, registrations will be reopened.
Late Withdrawals
Once teams have been announced, players wishing to withdraw will be accommodated however it remains at the discretion of the WNC Grading Committee to refund the registration fee.
When a player or family communicates exceptional circumstances that are out of the control of the player/family, the Woolwich Netball Club registrar will work with the player/family to reimburse registration costs.
Please note the Active Kids Voucher is non-refundable once it is allocated to Woolwich Netball Club due to Services NSW terms and conditions.
Aim
This policy aims to ensure Woolwich Netball Club provides our members with the opportunity to grade and play for teams that are competitive within the competition of ERNA.
To do this we ensure all players placed in teams can:
- Play to their best ability with players of similar skill level
- Develop their skills
- Enjoy the season of netball
Grading Committee & Committee Responsibilities
The grading committee consists of the President, Secretary, Umpiring Convener, Registrar and Coaching Convener of the WNC and includes a panel of independent graders for grading day. No member of WNC will be involved in the grading of their own children and must notify the grading panel of this and any other conflict of interest.
Other committee responsibilities are outlined in Grading Committee Policy.
Parent/Carers and Players Responsibilities
It is the expectation of the Woolwich Netball Club that parents/carers and players are aware of the Grading Policy and that parents and players are reasonable in their expectations of the grading committee, the expertise of the Woolwich Netball Club and the processes in place to ensure fair and accurate grading.
Age Groups:
13, 14 & 15s
Individual grading will take place if there is more than one team in these age groups. Woolwich Netball Club holds one grading day before the beginning of the season with one wet weather day date allocated.
It is the expectation of the WNC that players that would like to play for WNC in the top two teams attend grading irrespective if they played in this team the previous season. If there are circumstances outside of the control of the player/family, please communicate this to the secretary of Woolwich via email [email protected]
Players can nominate to play in their class group (Year 7, 8 or 9) however players must be eligible for either 13, 14 & 15’s (be 13, 14 or 15 years as at 31 Dec in the year of play). Nominations must be submitted via email in an RSVP form for Grading Day to [email protected]
13, 14, and 15s can nominate 2 friends they would like to be in the same team with. The grading committee will do their best to take these requests into consideration as team formations are based on position, skills and player experience.
When grading, mid court, defence and shooting positions will be taken into account to ensure the distribution of positions into teams.
All players that do not attend Grading Day will be graded into teams based on coaches report (which includes ability, attitude and attendance), mid-season grading review, playing experience and friendship groupings.
Cadet, and Senior Players
Cadets must be 14 to 17 years of age as of 31 December in the year of play.
Seniors must be a minimum of 14 years of age as of 31 December in the year of play.
There is no Grading Day for Cadets & Seniors.
These players must put their own teams together and a representative from each team is to notify WNC of the players in their team via email to [email protected].
WNC always welcomes new players to our club. New players who do not have a team may contact WNC who will assist them in finding a suitable team to be placed in based on previous experience, positions nominated, previous grading, and vacancies will be considered by the Grading Committee.
The Grading Committee will do their best to accommodate all requests however the grading committee will finalise all teams based on positions, skills, and player experience.
Grading Process
There are three information collection points that are considered by the WNC Grading Committee that have equal value in the decisions of the team’s selection:
- Coaches Report: All coaches will submit a player report at the end of a season. This will indicate the players skill level and if there has been a fair and accurate grading of the player. It also includes reports on attendance, punctuality, commitment, attitude & team spirit
- Mid-season Grading Review: From 2023 the WNC grading committee will observe players during the season to determine if the grading process was fair and effective. The Grading Committee will meet with the Coach to discuss performance and if there are any extenuating circumstances such as players not playing in usual positions.
- Grading Day: There is also no guarantee from the WNC that players will remain in the same team or division if the player report, mid-season grading review and grading day do not support this.
Grading Day will occur at the completion of registration via Player HQ. RSVP’s to Grading Day must be submitted by completion of the Grading Day form available via email (sent to email nominated on Player HQ) and on the WNC website, indicating age/division and two positions to trial in.
On Grading Day, the following will be taken into consideration:
- Teamwork
- Attitude/Sportsmanship
- Potential to improve
- Ball control
- Passing/catching technique
- Footwork
- Shooting accuracy if applicable
- Defensive Skills
- Speed and Accuracy
- Fitness
Each player will trial in two nominated positions. A player may also be asked to trial in a position that they have not nominated to assist with the grading process of other players.
The committee will consider:
- The balance of positions (defence, mid court and shooting positions) in the configuration of a team.
- The overall number of players per team (aim for 9 players per team)
The committee will also consider the rules of ERNA for team selection in configuring teams.
We request that parents or other family members do not stand courtside during Grading Day. Parents, players and coaches are also not able to approach the selectors at any time at Grading Day or after the grading process. However, coaches may be consulted by the grading committee if required.
Final Team Selection
After Grading Day, the Grading Committee will meet to finalise the teams and the divisions that the teams are likely to be placed in.
Announcement of Teams
Will take place via the Woolwich website and players will be notified via email of the posting of the teams.
Appeals
If a player/family believes that there has been an unfair placement of their child or themselves, an email to [email protected] must be received within 24 hours of the posting of teams on the Woolwich Netball Club Website. The Grading Committee will review the appeal and the decision will be reported via email. All appeals will be handled with absolute confidentiality.
Confidentiality
All grading, coaches and mid-season reports and selectors discussions are strictly confidential. Parents/players or other family members will not approach the grading committee for information.
Late Registrations
Late player registration after being advised of cut off via email and via the WNC website are at the discretion of the Grading Committee. Players will be advised by the Woolwich Registrar via email with instructions. If there is availability, registrations will be reopened.
Late Withdrawals
Once teams have been announced, players wishing to withdraw will be accommodated however it remains at the discretion of the WNC Grading Committee to refund the registration fee.
When a player or family communicates exceptional circumstances that are out of the control of the player/family, the Woolwich Netball Club registrar will work with the player/family to reimburse registration costs.
Please note the Active Kids Voucher is non-refundable once it is allocated to Woolwich Netball Club due to Services NSW terms and conditions.
Codes of Behaviour
As a member of the Woolwich Netball Club you agree to comply with these policies. You must meet the following requirements in regard to your conduct during any activity held or sanctioned by Netball Australia, Netball NSW and affiliated member organisation or an affiliated club:
Players, parents, spectators, coaches and umpires are to observe their respective Aussie Sports Code of Behaviour as outlined below. Failure to observe the Code of Behaviour may result in the offending person(s) being brought before the Executive Committee for an explanation and possible disciplinary action.
Please click on the link to view the WNC Code of Conduct
Code of Conduct
As a member of the Woolwich Netball Club you agree to comply with these policies. You must meet the following requirements in regard to your conduct during any activity held or sanctioned by Netball Australia, Netball NSW and affiliated member organisation or an affiliated club:
Players, parents, spectators, coaches and umpires are to observe their respective Aussie Sports Code of Behaviour as outlined below. Failure to observe the Code of Behaviour may result in the offending person(s) being brought before the Executive Committee for an explanation and possible disciplinary action.
Please click on the link to view the WNC Code of Conduct
Code of Conduct