Guide To Netball Sessions in Brent

• By Ellen O'Riordan on Mar 16, 2016

Guide To Netball Sessions in Brent

Netball is the only female team sport to be covered weekly by Sky Sports.  It is no wonder then, that there is such a demand for the sport throughout the country. The Brent netball scene is mainly volunteer organised, with clubs and academies being run by passionate individuals.  The area would benefit from some more active and organised netball leagues and clubs.  Nevertheless there remains a dedicated and impassioned netball community in the district.

Newman Catholic College

Not far from Willesden Junction Overground, Newman Catholic College has a range of facilities, including an indoor netball court, complete with floor markings and hoops.  The best thing about this centre is its availability, as it can be booked late into the evening.  There is free parking and on site changing rooms.  The sports facilities are rented out during after school hours on a pay per play system of £35 per hour.  Contact bookings@ncc.brent.sch.uk for enquiries.

Vale Farm Sports Centre

Vale Farm Sports Centre has a fantastic sports hall suitable for netball training and matches.  To rent the hall during peak times (weekdays after 5pm and until 8pm on weekends) costs £71, with off-peak costing £48.

Hyde Park Pavilion

The Hyde Pavilion is an excellent and affordable outdoor court, great for summer games.  Open 9am til 10pm, the macadam court is only £5 an hour and has changing facilities and free parking.  The courts are well maintained and set in peaceful surroundings in Stonebridge Park. The nearest station is Stonebridge Park Overground, just a five minute walk away.  Contact thepavillion@hyde-housing.co.uk for bookings.

Pitshanger Park

Back to Netball was established in 2010 throughout England and has since encouraged 60,000 women back into the sport.  The sessions are open to everyone, from beginners through to more competitive players.  They are run by enthusiastic and experienced coaches who cover the basics such as shooting, passing and footwork.  Each session ends with a friendly match to put the skills that you’ve learned into practice.  Brent Back to Netball sessions are held at Will to Win in Pitshanger Park on Monday evenings.

Preston Manor High School

The London Netball Academy are a junior netball club in Brent that trains girls between the ages of 8 and 16.  The aim of the academy is to get more young and adolescent girls involved in sport and exercise.  Coaching and matches are conducted in a fun and safe environment where players improve upon their skills and technique.  It also gives young girls the chance to work as part of a team and to grow as communicators.  Students who show a strong talent for the sport, along with teamwork skills and a hardworking attitude, are guided onto the England Netball Excel Pathway.  There are weekly training sessions on Saturdays at Preston Manor High School, with league matches being held every 4 weeks.  Email londonnetballacademy@gmail.com to get involved.

New Life Clubs

New Life Club organises a number of netball based events, from free kids and family netball days, to junior leagues to adult netball tournaments.  The club has a family and supportive atmosphere and are always looking for new people to get involved.  The club plays at Preston Manor School every Friday at 7.30pm for an hour and a half.  Follow their facebook page for regular updates or email newlifenetballclub@gmail.com to get involved.