Volunteers

Netball volunteers recognised for extraordinary service across Aotearoa

mynetball@gmail.com (Rachel Werahiko) — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 01:26:08 +1300

91ɫ��Ƭ has celebrated the people who keep the game moving every week, announcing this year’s WM 91ɫ��Ƭ Volunteer of the Year winners across coaching, officiating, administration, youth leadership, and community impact.

91ɫ��Ƭ umpire recognised for international contribution

mynetball@gmail.com (Rachel Werahiko) — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 20:27:21 +1300

91ɫ��Ƭ has recognised the contribution umpiring stalwart Colleen Bond has made to the sport at an international level as she steps down from her roles with World Netball.

Phillipa Whitney celebrates over 30 years of service

mynetball@gmail.com (Rachel Werahiko) — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 21:07:03 +1200

At Naenae Collegians United Netball Club, you’ll find a strong community, and right at the heart of it is Club President Phillipa Whitney, a dedicated volunteer whose impact spans more than three decades.

Growing the game in Mangōnui – one tamaiti at a time

mynetball@gmail.com (Rachel Werahiko) — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 21:44:24 +1200

In the Far North, volunteer Atawhai Heta is helping reshape junior netball, not just by teaching the game, but by building a strong sense of community and shared purpose.

A Lifelong Commitment to Community. Kelly Camerons 25 Years of Service to Netball

mynetball@gmail.com (Rachel Werahiko) — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 20:22:54 +1200

With more than two decades of service to Netball, Kelly Cameron has become a familiar and valued presence at Shore Rovers Netball Club and across the North Harbour region.

Special centenary celebration for Ōtorohanga Netball Centre

mynetball@gmail.com (Rachel Werahiko) — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 22:29:28 +1300

The Ōtorohanga Netball Centre has added its special touch to honouring 100 years of netball in 91ɫ��Ƭ by hosting a gathering of past and present members for an occasion of celebration.

Four decades of service to Northern Wairoa Netball

mynetball@gmail.com (Rachel Werahiko) — Sun, 13 Oct 2024 22:53:50 +1300

Norma Ker runs the control room for the Junior and Senior Netball Centre every Saturday morning from 8.30am – a job she has been doing for 47 years!

Extraordinary Year 12 student giving back to the game

mynetball@gmail.com (Rachel Werahiko) — Sun, 13 Oct 2024 22:51:48 +1300

An exceptional volunteer, wise beyond her years – Mrinali Padiyar – a Year 12 student at Epsom Girls Grammar is described as having a character marked by kindness, encouragement, and sincerity.

Meet Rachel Little: Championing youth netball in Wakatipu

mynetball@gmail.com (Rachel Werahiko) — Sun, 29 Sep 2024 23:20:52 +1300

Wakatipu’s Rachel Little has always been involved in sport and now finds fulfilment in giving back to her community by volunteering her time to support junior netball.

Netball Manurewa thankful for Chambers commitment to their community

mynetball@gmail.com (Rachel Werahiko) — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 20:39:42 +1200

Matt Chambers was one of the NNZ Service Award recipients – and it’s no surprise - he has devoted over 18 years to the sport both as an umpire and an umpire convenor and has an unwavering commitment to the Netball Manurewa community.

Mangonui celebrates a champion volunteer

mynetball@gmail.com (Rachel Werahiko) — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 04:00:05 +1200

Local Mangonui volunteer Sarah Hammond can usually be found working quietly away behind the scenes. However, Sarah has given over a decade of service to the sport and believes that volunteering offers rewards far beyond the game itself.

Eastern Southland’s coaching duo reflect on a positive season

mynetball@gmail.com (Rachel Werahiko) — Sun, 08 Sep 2024 08:59:11 +1200

Co-coaching can be tricky to navigate – but two dedicated coaches from Eastern Southland showed what can be possible when philosophies align. Sure, the focus is always on the scoreboard, but how big is the win when what happens on the court brings players and whānau together off it, contributing positively to a vibrant sporting community.