Netball Rep Team

Our Ambitions

AoC Sport National Colleges Netball team represents the pinnacle of college netball. Our representative teams exist to:

• Develop an aspirational netball programme that inspires players to reach their full potential both on and off the court.
• Provide a high-quality representative pathway for players in further education, enabling them to compete at national and international level while gaining valuable competitive experience.
• Identify players within college netball who demonstrate outstanding ability and place them within a high-performance environment that promotes both sporting and academic excellence.
• Support players in raising their aspirations, encouraging progression into higher levels of netball and continued success in education.
• Identify and develop talented coaches and support staff working within the further education sector.
• Track the progression of players, coaches, and staff beyond their involvement, using their success to inspire future generations.
• Work collaboratively with partners and stakeholders to ensure the continued growth, sustainability, and impact of the AoC sport programme.

Philosophy

The philosophy of the AoC Sport National Colleges Netball programme combines high-performance sport with strong educational values. The programme is designed to challenge, support, and develop individuals within a holistic framework. Key elements include:

• Working with highly qualified coaches and experienced support staff to deliver a high quality performance environment.
• Competing in appropriate, high-level fixtures against strong national and international opposition to provide meaningful match experience.
• Access to quality training and competition facilities.
• Integrating performance analysis, sport science, and innovative practices to enhance player development.
• Creating a positive culture focused on continuous improvement, professionalism, and personal growth.
• Supporting the holistic development of players by working in partnership with colleges.

How to join the team: 

England Colleges Netball Trials

Trial Information

Players are identified through a trial process across the AoC Sport membership. All AoC Sport members and associates are encouraged to nominate players for the national netball team from September until the closing date, which is Friday 9 October 2026.

Before submitting a nomination, please ensure that players meet the Netball Player Selection Criteria for 2026–27.

There is a maximum number of trial places available. If oversubscribed, players will be shortlisted based on the information provided in the nomination form. Please ensure all sections are fully completed.
A waiting list will be created in case of withdrawals. A maximum of 20 players will be selected from the trials.

For any queries regarding the netball representative trials, please email repteams@aoc.co.uk.

Volunteer Staff Team 

If you are interested in joining the volunteer staff team please contact ian.barber@aoc.co.uk with your CV and details on how you could contribute to the England Colleges programme.

Our Partners and Sponsors

Sixteen93 are a US college sports recruitment company that help and guide talented student-athletes to secure athletic scholarships at universities in the United States. The company provides personalised support throughout the recruitment process, including player assessments, consistent US showcase events, highlight videos, coach outreach, US Tours, university applications, NCAA/NAIA eligibility guidance, VISA support, and ongoing pastoral care. Their goal is to help young athletes combine high-level sport with earning a university degree in the US, giving them opportunities to develop both academically and athletically.

VEO provide a portable and affordable solution that enables sports teams to record and analyse matches and training sessions without the need for a camera operator.

Serious Sport is a UK based sports company offering a quality range of branded and personalised clothing. They are now one of the fastest growing teamwear companies in the UK due to its philosophy of offering quality garments, backed up with unrivalled quality service at competitive prices.

Trials

Date: Thursday & Friday, 6 & 7 November 2025
 

Venue: University Of Wolverhampton, Walsall Campus
 

Date: Saturday & Sunday, 3 & 4 January 2026

Venue: Beacon of Light, Sunderland
 

Fixtures and results:

England Colleges 1st Team vs Gateshead Stadium (Regional Squad) Won: 82-15 
England Colleges 2nd Team vs Durham Ladies (Regional Squad) Won: 62-34

Date: Saturday & Sunday, 17 & 18 January 2026

Venue: Belfast, Northern Ireland
 

Fixtures and results:

Saturday: (All matches were 2 halves of 9 minutes)
England Colleges 1st Team vs NI U19 Won: 19-16
England Colleges 2nd Team vs NI U17 Purple Won: 14-10
England Colleges 1st Team vs NI U17 Purple Won: 25-8
England Colleges 2nd Team vs NI U17 Green Won: 16-10
England Colleges 1st Team vs England Colleges 2nd Team Won: 21-8 to 1st Team
England Colleges 1st Team vs NI U17 Green Won: 22-7
England Colleges 2nd Team vs NI U17 Navy Won: 21-15
England Colleges 1st Team vs NI U17 Navy Won: 25-11
England Colleges 2nd Team vs NI U19 Lost: 14-16

Sunday: (full length matches)
England Colleges 1st Team vs NNI Green Won: 73-35
England Colleges 2nd Team vs NNI Navy Won: 62-31
 

Date: Saturday & Sunday, 14 & 15 February 2026

Venue: University of Huddersfield (part of the England Netball Centenary Celebrations)
 

Fixtures & results:

Saturday (full matches)
England Colleges 1st Team vs Leeds Rhinos PDP 1st Team Won
England Colleges 2nd Team vs Leeds Rhinos PDP 2nd Team Won

Sunday (12 minute halves)
England Colleges 1st Team vs Lancs Lost: 20-23
England Colleges 2nd Team vs Royals Lost: 22-26
England Colleges 1st Team vs Royals Lost: 26-28
England Colleges 2nd Team vs Lancs Lost: 24-25
England Colleges 1st Team vs England Colleges 2nd Team Won: 37-23 to 1st Team
 

Date: Saturday & Sunday, 28 & 29 March 2026

Venue: St Johns Sports Centre, Worcester University

Fixtures & results:

Saturday:
England Colleges 1st Team vs Worcester Uni Won: 37-17
England Colleges 2nd Team vs Worcester Uni Won: 33-13
England Colleges 1st Team vs Welsh Colleges B  Won: 35-13
England Colleges 2nd Team vs Wales U17s B Won: 25-15
England Colleges 1st Team vs Welsh Colleges A  Won: 32-12
England Colleges 2nd Team vs Wales U17s A  Won: 36-15

Sunday:
England Colleges 2nd Team vs England BUCS  Lost: 18-37
England Colleges 1st Team vs  England BUCS  Lost: 27-29
England Colleges 1st Team vs Welsh Colleges B  Won: 29-17
England Colleges 2nd Team vs Wales U17s B  Won: 32-20
England Colleges 2nd Team vs Welsh Colleges A   Won: 30-20
England Colleges 1st Team vs Wales U17s A  Won: 34-22