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2027 Representative Squad Trials

Take Your Netball to the Next Level. Join the 2027 Melbourne East Netball Rep Squad.

Are you ready to challenge yourself, grow as an athlete, and be part of something special?

Representative netball with Melbourne East Netball Association offers players the chance to develop their skills, unlock new pathways, and aspire to elite levels of the game. Beyond the court, it builds discipline, resilience, and lasting friendships.

Why Join the MENA Rep Program?

  • Experience Coaching: Learn from experienced coaches who will sharpen your game.

  • Pathway to Success: Step onto the pathway toward state and elite level netball.

  • Personal Growth: Build strength, discipline, and confidence as a player and teammate.

  • Stronger Together: Be part of a supportive MENA community that lifts each other up.

  • Friendships for Life: Forge bonds and create memories that go far beyond the season.

  • Game Day Action: Test yourself in exciting tournaments and competitions throughout the year.

Program Details

  • Weekly Training: Compulsory for all 19 & Under and below at Maroondah Nets. OPEN squad training as required.

  • Match Venues: U13, U15, U17, U19 & Open – played at Waverley Netball Centre

  • 19 & Under: Competing in the Eastern Conference at Waverley

  • U15 & U17 Male Teams: Competing at Parkville

 This is your chance to wear the MENA colours with pride.

Register online

Register each of the players you wish to be considered for 2026 Melbourne East Netball Representative Teams via the link for the relevant age group below.

2027 11 & Under (DOB 2017 & 2016)

https://netballtrials.com/register/2027-mena-representative-11-under-squad-dob-2/

2026 13 & Under (DOB 2015 & 2014)

https://netballtrials.com/register/2027-mena-representative-13-under-squad-dob-2/

2026 15 & Under Female (DOB 2013 & 2012)

https://netballtrials.com/register/2027-mena-representative-15-under-squad-dob-2/

2026 17 & Under  Female (DOB 2011 & 2010)

https://netballtrials.com/register/2026-mena-representative-17-under-squad-dob-2-1/

19 & Under  Female – Eastern Conference competition at Waverley

https://netballtrials.com/register/2027-mena-19-u-eastern-conference-competition/

All Abilities Association Champ, 15 & Under Male  & 17 & Under Male Mleague teams – Open 2027

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TEAM

DATE OF BIRTHTRAININGGAMES
11 & Under Development Squad2017/2016 Sunday, Feb – late Sep/early Oct

4  Tournaments at various venues on Sunday.

MENA enters a U11 Team to play at Waverley Spring Season

13 & Under2015/2014SundaysWeekly games – Thursday at Waverley Netball Centre and 2 Sunday Tournaments at various venues
15 & Under 2013/2012 SundaysWeekly games – Thursday at Waverley Netball Centre and 2 Sunday Tournaments at various venues
17 & Under 2010/2011SundaysWeekly games – Wednesday at Waverley Netball Centre and 2 Sunday Tournaments at various venues
19 & Under Must be 19 & under as of December 31, 2027.  Minimum age, must turn 15 in 2027. Born no later than 2012.Sundays
Mondays – Evening Gym Session.
Weekly games on Friday nights at Waverley Netball Centre
    
OPEN TBCWeekly games on Tuesdays nights at Waverley Netball Centre
15 & Under Male2013/2012SundaysWeekly Games at Parkville
17 & Under Male2011/2010SundaysWeekly Games at Parkville

Trial info

All players wishing to be considered for a 2026 Representative Team must register online via the links above

  • Cost $20 plus $2.20 Netballtrials.com fee & Payment Processor fee per player. No refunds.  
  • If you have registered your player to the incorrect age group contact us.
  • All trials held at Maroondah Nets, Heathmont except U19 Trials. 
  • Late registrations will not be accepted.
  • We may ask players to play in a position not nominated in the registration process.
  • Players are expected to be available to attend all trials.  A medical certificate must be provided if you are unable to trial due to injury or illness. You must email headcoach@menanetball.com.au with details prior to the sessions.
  • What to Wear:
    • Plain white top
    • Dark shorts/skort/tights (Not full length – not covering lower leg so we can write a number on), no club/rep uniforms
  • What to Bring:
    • Full named drink bottle
    • Any medication/puffers etc.
  • Please arrive up to 30 minutes prior to the trial start time to check in on the day.
  • Qualifying
    • As the Representative Program is representing MENA, we require all participants in the program to play with a MENA club during the domestic seasons with the exception being 14U & 15U Boys, 19Us and Open players who currently are encouraged, but not required to play on a Saturday or with a Wednesday night team. Players will need to have played enough games to qualify for finals in BOTH seasons Spring and Autumn or applicable competition seasons in 2027 and are expected to fully participate in their team’s season. Failure to meet this condition will result in a loss of a place in the program. Extenuating circumstances may be taken into account by the Rep Subcommittee. 
  • 13U, 15U, 17 Female & Male 15U, 17U, 19U and Open teams – Following trials, players will be selected into Age Group squads. Squads allow the opportunity for coaches to further observe players during training sessions in late January. Likewise, giving players a greater opportunity to demonstrate their ability and skills to coaches during these training sessions. U13, U15, U17, U19 and Open teams will be finalised and communicated before the season commencing at Waverley or earlier if possible, as determined by the Head Coach

  • 11 & U players are selected as a development squad and will continue to be a squad for the 2027 season.
  • For a guide about the MENA Representative program you can read the 2026 Handbook.  The 2027 Handbook will be available in October 2027.

Important Dates

Age Group

Time

DateSessionWho AttendsRegistrations Close dateVenue
11 & Under Development Squad8.30am – 12.00pmSunday 11 OctoberTrial 1All players trialing for 2027Friday 2 OctoberMaroondah Nets
8.30am – 12.00pmSunday 18 OctoberFinal TrialPlayers invited from Trial 1
13 & Under8.30am – 12.00pmSunday 4 OctoberScreening SessionPlayers who did not participate in MENA Rep in 2026, plus 2026 11&U Top Age Rep players moving into 13&UFriday 25th SeptemberMaroondah Nets
8.30am – 12.00pmSunday 11 OctoberTrial 1Players invited from Screening Session, plus 2026 13&U Top Age Rep players trialling for 2027
8.30am – 12.00pmSunday 18 OctoberFinal TrialPlayers invited from Trial 1
15 & Under Female8.30am – 12.00pmSunday 4 OctoberScreening SessionPlayers who did not participate in MENA Rep in 2026, plus 2026 13&U Top Age Rep players moving into 15&UFriday 25th SeptemberMaroondah Nets
8.30am – 12.00pmSunday 11 OctoberTrial 1Players invited from Screening Session, plus 2026 15&U Top Age Rep players trialling for 2027
8.30am – 12.00pmSunday 18 October Final TrialPlayers invited from Trial 1
17 & Under Female12pm – 2pmSunday 11 October Trial 1All players trialing for 2027Friday 2 OctoberMaroondah Nets
12pm – 2pmSunday 18 OctoberFinal Trial Players invited from Trial 1
19 & Under Female12.30 – 2pmSunday 13th SeptemberTrial All Player trialing for 20274th SeptemberMaroondah Nets
OPEN Female12pm – 2pmSunday 11 October Trial 1All players trialing for 2027Friday 2 OctoberMaroondah Nets
12pm – 2pmSunday 18 OctoberFinal Trial Players invited from Trial 1

For questions and details, get in touch:

📧 headcoach@menanetball.com.au