PERTH Netball Association (PNA) will introduce Friday night boys and men’s competitions next season.
The competitions for secondary school aged and open teams will provide a pathway for male netball players who can currently only play at PNA until Year 6.
The move follows the introduction of a men’s division in the annual Association Championships and male divisions being included in the Metro League from 2020.
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READ NOWAustralian netball player Jason Heard started playing the sport in high school but was only able to compete in school competitions.
“After high school I tried out for the state team but even then you train for months and go away for a month-long tournament,” the centre court player said.
Heard was part of the Australian under-23 men’s netball team that beat New Zealand 3-0 in the recent world series.
People interested in nominating a boys or men’s team for the 2019 PNA season should call the PNA office on 9387 7011 or email pnacompetition@perthnetball.com.au.
Formal expressions of interest will be sent to interested parties and existing clubs in late January.