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.

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
Coaching Staff click here	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
Prevention, Injury Management, Performance Program (P.I.M.P)	Performance Analyst: Lyndell Bruce Strength & Conditioning: Simon Olive Physiotherapists: Keely White, Michelle Massaraney Dietician: Rylie Ellis Performance Psychologist: Leah Fogarty Medical Practitioners: Sue Reddish, Amanda Sherwen
Committe & Team Personnel click here	Committee Team Managers Primary Carer Bench Officials

Program

Pre-season Program	November - March Monday & Wednesdays
Individual holiday running and gym program	December - January
In- season group S&C / court work	Mondays
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

There are no other administrative fees payable by VNL players - these costs are covered by Boroondara Netball Association and our sponsors.

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.

What have we achieved?

Ongoing significant representation at all levels of the Netball Victoria player, coach and team personnel pathways – State teams, VIS, ANC, Vixens / Collingwood Magpies AIS, National.
A tangible and accessible PATHWAY for netballers in the local community from Junior Development Programs to Representative Teams to VNL and beyond.

2009: Championship & 19U Grand Finalists
2010: Div One Premiers
2011: Div One Premiers & Championship Grand Finalists
2012: Div One and 19U Grand Finalists
2013: Div One Premiers & 19U finalists
2014: Championship & Div One finalists
2015: Championship PREMIERS & Division One finalists
2016: Championship finalists & Division One Grand Finalists
2017: No finals appearances
2018: 19U PREMIERS
2019: Div One Grand Finalists
2020: Covid-19
2021: Covid-19 modified competition
2022: No finals appearances

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