About us

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Who are we and where did we come from?

The Boroondara Netball Association is affiliated with Netball Victoria, within the Chisholm Region and Central East Zone and involves approximately 3800 people - our vision “To be the leading sporting association, committed to the provision of attainable pathways to the top in all aspects of netball, enabling individuals to achieve their personal best within a caring community environment”.

The Boroondara Express VNL Club is administered by a sub-committee of the Boroondara Netball Association (BNA) under a separate operational plan and budget funded by the Boroondara Netball Association. 

Boroondara Express was formed at the end of 2008 following the review by Netball Victoria into the State League program. Boroondara Express was granted one of 10 licences across the state to compete in the new Victorian Netball League. In 2023, we were granted one of 12 licences across the state to compete in the expanded and re-vamped 2024 - 2028 Victorian Netball League.

What have we achieved?
  • Ongoing significant representation at all levels of the Netball Victoria player, coach and team personnel pathways – State teams, ANC, SSN, National. Refer High Performance
  • A tangible and accessible "PATHWAY to the TOP" for netballers in the local community from Junior Development Programs to Representative Teams (Boroondara POWER) to VNL and beyond. 
  • An impressive team of coaching & support staff delivering an elite Daily Training Environment
  • Long term, loyal & supportive sponsors
  • Extensive community engagement
  • Professional, ethical and holistic club culture
  • On-court success, boasting finals' appearances most years.
2009         Championship & 19U grand finalists                                    
2010 Division One premiers
2011 Division One premiers & Championship grand finalists
2012 Division One & 19U grand finalists
2013 Division One Premiers & 19U finalists
2014 Championship and Division One finalists
2015 Championship PREMIERS and Division One finalists
2016 Championship finalists and Division One Grand finalists
2017 No finals appearances
2018 19U PREMIERS
2019 Div One Grand Finalists
2020 Covid cancelled
2021 Covid modified competition
2022 No finals appearances
2023 Championship Grade grand finalists
Major VNL Sponsors 2023       
Boroondara Netball Association:     the major financial supporter of Boroondara Express                                      
Anytime Fitness, Kew:    free training facilities for Boroondara Express 
OnTrack sportswear:  free uniform for players, coaches & team personnel
Bendigo Community Bank:        financial support
Perana Sports: state of the art Performance Analysis software  
Platinum Physio:  subsidised physiotherapy for VNL players
Between The Ears:  subsidised personal & performance psychology for VNL players & personnel
Facilities
  • Boroondara Sports Complex, Belmore Rd, North Balwyn >  5 court stadum, heated outdoor pools
  • Anytime Fitness Clubs, Kew: full access & gym membership
  • Boroondara Netball Centre, Macleay Park, Belmore Rd, North Balwyn > 8 synpave outdoor courts, club rooms 
Personnel 

Coach Director

Wendy Jacobsen (NCAS Elite)

High performance Manager Dr Lyndell Bruce (Deakin University)

Coaching Staff

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  • Coach Mentor
  • Individual Team Head / Assistant coaches
  • Specialist coaches
  • Sponsorship coach
  • S&C coach

Performance Analysis team

  • Chau Le (Perana) , Lyndell Bruce (Deakin), S&C coach
  • Sport Science students: Deakin Uni

P.I.M.P Program

  • Prevention,
  • Injury Management
  • Mental Health
  • Performance
  • Performance Analyst: Lyndell Bruce
  • Strength & Conditioning: Simon Olive
  • Physiotherapists: Keely White
  • Dietician: 
  • Performance Psychologist: Leah Fogarty
  • Medical Practitioners: Sue Reddish, Amanda Sherwen 

Committe & Team Personnel

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  • Committee
  • Team Managers
  • Primary Carer
  • Bench Officials
Program 
Selections (open to all) October
Pre-season Program
  • November - March
  • Monday & Wednesdays
Individual holiday running and gym program December - January
Matches, SNC
  • Wednesdays
  • March - August
  • Annual Home game at BSC
In- season group S&C / court work Mondays & TBC
Home / gym based S&C programs Individualised
Physiotherapy, Nutrition, Psychology programs Individualised, as required
Costs to players 
Club Fee $ 475   (2023)
Netball Vic State Membership $ 64 / 84 - self registration (2023)
Uniform Free – provided by OnTrack Sportswear
Gym Membership 12 months Free – provided by Anytime Fitness, Kew only

 

What do we expect from all players, coaches and team personnel?

  • To submit a signed VNL player form and a club contract
    • To pay fees by due date
    • To attend training and match sessions as are directed by the Head Coach
  • To complete home training as directed by the Fitness Coaches
  • To participate in such fundraising and promotional activities as are directed by the Association in their capacity as managers of Boroondara Power.  These activities include junior development activities organised by the Association;
  • To comply with sponsorship requirements as directed by Boroondara Power’s managing body, the Boroondara Netball Association.
  • To work together according to our club culture (above) for the betterment of the club and players.
  • To adhere to communication pathways and dispute resolution procedures as directed by the Boroondara Netball Association.
Club Culture: Honesty, Passion, Commitment, Unity

 Welcoming & inclusive club environment

  • Honesty and transparency.
  • Respect and positive working relationships between all participants in the program including players, coaches, administrators, committees, sponsors, selectors and umpires.
  • Club rather than individual focus / squad rather than team focus.
  • Club loyalty - excellent player retention rate
  • Social activities to encourage club and team cohesiveness.
  • Strong financial base, working to minimise costs to all participants
  • Awards for off court club involvement (volunteering, coaching, administration)
  • Succession planning to ensure the ongoing success of the club
  • Willingness to trial new, innovative ideas for the betterment of the club.

 Pathways

  • Opportunities for players to progress through teams to reach Championship Division and beyond.
  • Ongoing PATHWAY to higher performance levels for players, coaches and team personnel
  • Talent Identification Program for talented players in the local community via Boroondara Power teams.
  • Pathway for coaches from the local community to develop and access VNL coaching positions.

 Community Involvement

  • Open selection policy
  • Supportive relationship with local Council and State / Federal Government
  • Long term, loyal sponsors
  • Community engagement via coaching clinics, home games

Elite Development Program 

  • Holistic program that provides for the individual needs of athletes
  • Qualified sport science personnel delivering netball specific & individualized strength and conditioning program
  • Experienced elite level coaches
  • Access to specialised health professionals
  • Formalised review and feedback systems in place for both individual and team performance  

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Perana
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BTE2022
Melbourne Hip And Knee2022

Fintona2022

Genazzano2022
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Lifetime Trophies
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