The aim of grading is to form teams in an age group that have a balanced group of players with comparable skills and similar abilities across all playing positions. There are many aspects taken into consideration such as player experience, ability, fitness, attitude, and playing positions.
The player’s trialing and team selections are selected based on the player’s performance at the trials, together with last year’s feedback from 2025 coaches.
Do l have to attend grading?
Grading is mandatory for all junior players, however if there is not enough numbers the age group may be paper graded.
When & where is grading?
Grading will take place on two different times depending on the age group. Age groups U10, U11 and 12/13s Monday, 9th February 2026, at Rockdale Netball Courts, 310 West Botany Street, Rockdale, 5pm to 8:30pm. Age groups 14/15s and 16/17s are on Wednesday 11th February 2026 at Rockdale Netball Courts, 310 West Botany Street, Rockdale, 5pm to 8:30pm.
What if l am unable to attend grading?
If a player is unable to attend grading please send an email to the club (ramsgaterslnetballclub@gmail.com) , outlining the reason for the non-attendance and your expectations relating to grading.
For example, outline if you think the player has the ability to play in the top two teams in her age group, or alternatively if you are happy for your child to be graded into a similar team as last year.
Can l play up in a higher age group?
Yes - a player may request to play in a higher age group, however, the final decision to do so will be made by the Grading Committee and Registrar based on team numbers.
On occasions, players may be requested by the club to play in a higher age group. This will only occur when the required numbers for a team are not reached.
Can l play with my friends?
Juniors – All special requests (e.g. friend or sibling pairings, carpooling, etc.) must be submitted in writing from each parent/guardian at least one week before grading day to Ramsgate RSL Netball. (ii) While all requests will be considered, they are not guaranteed.
Pairing Requests (i) If a request is made for (2) players to be placed in the same team and it is approved, both players will be graded at the level of the lower-skilled player.
NetSetGo & Seniors – Yes, make an appropriate request by sending an email to the club.
Can l form my own team?
Junior teams – No, teams will be selected based on grading and you will be placed in teams with similar skills, abilities, and attitudes.
NetSetGo & Seniors – Yes, make an appropriate request by sending an email to the club.
