Netball NSW is delighted to announce the athletes, coaches and officials that were selected for the 2020 Regional State Cup, a new initiative on the organisation’s performance pathway.
While the Regional State Cup won’t take place this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Netball NSW would like to take the time to acknowledge the athletes who would have taken part in 2020.
The competition was introduced to highlight the importance of pathways to athletes in regional NSW between the ages of 17-23.
Under the watchful eye of talent scouts, successful athletes and officials from the seven regional areas of NSW were due to come together to determine the best region in the state.
“Going forward this will give regional athletes the opportunity to be Talent Identified by NSW selectors for underage State Team trials and more,” Mardi Aplin, Regional Pathways & Performance Manager at Netball NSW, said.
“It also gives the Origin Energy Premier League franchises the opportunity to observe the athletes in a competitive environment, with the potential for Premier League teams to offer those athletes who may be moving to Sydney a position with their franchise.
“Many regional athletes do not have the opportunities to be a part of Premier League due to distance, finances or schooling but still want to continue on the Pathway to achieve the most they can in netball.
“Unfortunately due to the Pandemic we were unable to host the first year of the Regional State Cup, however we are pleased to announce all athletes, coaches and officials who should be very proud of their achievements in getting selected.
“We cannot thank the selectors and the working groups within each region enough for their ongoing support of this competition and we look forward to delivering a fantastic event in 2021.”
For the full list of athletes and coaches, click here.
