SPORT// NETBALL
Pre-season 2019
The 2019 season started with an exciting day of pre-season
training in early January, as we welcomed Leeds Rhino’s
Head Coach Anna Carter to Pocklington to put our
Netballers through their paces in preparation for the season
ahead. Anna was able to coach all age groups throughout
the day, working mainly on the principles of defence and
2nd VII
P8 / W3 / D1 / L4
The 2nd team have had a successful
season winning 3 games drawing 1
and losing 4. All games were highly
competitive and challenged the girls to
think about their decision making on
3rd VII
The 3rd team have had a very successful
season, winning four matches and
losing just three. The highlight of the
season has to be the 27-2 victory against
Silcoates, although the wins against
Yarm, Giggleswick and Hill House
were also impressive.
Player of the season goes to Annabel
Atkinson, whose consistent shooting
and excellent movement around the
attack. True to form, the Pock Netball girls were attentive
and focussed throughout the day, making the most of the
opportunity in front of them - to learn from one of the best
coaches in the country.
Thanks to Anna for passing on her knowledge and passion
for the game; what a way to kick start our season!
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court. The team exceeded expectation
by becoming more independent in
their approach to training and playing.
Resilience has also been something they
have worked hard at achieving.
I have been impressed all season with
the team’s enthusiasm to play hard and
work hard throughout the season.
court has made her a key member of
the team. Eunae Charlton-Harrison
also deserves a mention, proving this
season that she is just as effective as
a shooter as she is a defender. Alice
Atkinson and Izzy Nicholson have
worked well during their final season
of netball, and Hannah East has been
a superb captain, always encouraging
to her team mates and always prepared
to play where she is needed.
Well done girls!
Player of the Season:
Emma Farnsworth
Most Improved Player:
Freya Stewart
return to Germany at Easter, but who
has quickly learnt the rules of the game
and who has worked tirelessly in several
matches, thoroughly enjoying the
experience!
Well done to all the girls involved in the
squad. They have been a real pleasure
to work with and are a credit to the
school.
A final mention must go to Clara Salditt,
most improved player, who leaves us to
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