A few of our Lochiel students were lucky enough to meet Irene van Dyk on Monday!

During Term Two, students from local schools were given the opportunity to join Future Ferns netball sessions, held by the Central Southland Netball Club in Winton. While these young ladies in the photos were part of the Year 1-2 group, we also had students in the Year 3-4 group, and there was a Year 5-6 group, and a Year 7-8 group!

Each week, amazing volunteers, led the groups through one hour of activities to promote fundamental movement and basic netball skills, with progression through modified formats of netball depending on the stage of the kids involved. The aim is not only to grow their netball abilities, but also to help with their overall physical literacy, which includes confidence, motivation, knowledge and understanding, and physical competence.

For an end of season celebration, the netball groups had the privilege of a training session with Silver Fern, Irene van Dyk, and a dress up theme of bright colours! Thanks to the fun and experienced coaches that work so hard with all our kids!

Keep it in mind for next year :)