Netball Player Success Story

“Through Elite, you will meet so many people who can support and help your netball journey. You’ll be given so many opportunities.”

Meet attacking player Ruby to find out more about her netball journey with Elite and her current coaching role with us.

Position:

GA/GS

Current club:

Rivington Netball Club

Elite Academy:

Previously Lancashire U18s and Manchester U15s, now Coach at Manchester Minis and U12 Academy classes

Favourite player to watch:

Helen Housby

What age did you start training with Elite?

I was 14

Why did you start training with Elite?

I wanted to improve my game, wanted to play with higher-level athletes and benefit from the experienced coaches at Elite.

What were your favourite sessions at Elite?

When Superleague players came to coach sessions. I remember one with Nat Metcalf – I learnt so much, especially as an attacker, she brought new ideas to think about and to incorporate into my game.

What do you enjoy about coaching mini sessions and the U12 Academy?

The parents, the mini netballers and the U12 girls are lovely. They are so determined and enthusiastic. Always asking questions and looking to grow and improve their skills every week.

Tell us about your netball now and how Elite helped you on this path:

Through Elite, I have gained a variety of different opportunities, from 1-1s with Anna Carter all the way to going on the Australia tour. From picking up tips for my coaching to introducing different styles in my games. Even though I’m too old for Elite now, my playing netball journey has carried on. I play several times a week (training and playing for a range of different clubs and teams).

What would you say to anyone thinking about joining Elite?

Just do it, you will meet so many people who can support and help your netball journey. You’ll be given so many opportunities. The coaching is great and as well as developing and growing your netball skills, you will have so much fun.

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