Representative(Rep) Frequently Asked Questions

How do I register to trial for the 2026 season?

Please keep an eye out for registrations in the New Year.

How do I qualify for representative trials?

Trialists must trial for their relevant age group only.

The following explains the age criteria for all age groups to be considered for selection -

U16 Age Group (Female )- - Must be 14 years of age or older on 1 January 2025. Must not be turning 17 in 2026.

U14 Age Group (Female) - - Must be 12 years of age or older on 1 January 2025. Please note 12 year olds must be turning 13 in 2026. Must not be turning 15 in 2025.

U18 Age Group (Female) - - Must be 16 years of age or older on 1 January 2025. Must not be turning 19 in 2026.

You must be registered in 2026, fully financial and actively playing for a current school or club affiliated to the 2026 Netball Taranaki Satellite Competition or 2025 Netball Taranaki Premier Competition.

What if I can't make the trial dates?

We encourage that you make yourself available to attend both trials so that you get the best chance to be seen.

For exemptions from either trial dates - click here to email us.

How do I apply to become a Rep coach or Manager?

Rep coach applications are open NOW.

Click here to apply.

What are the costs for the representative programme in 2026?

Fees are determined prior to representative trials at an overall cost prior to funding. Final costs will be communicated with successful applicants which can differ from the overall costs as funding is not included in that information.

Keep an eye out on our social media platforms and website for announcements regarding trials.

When are trainings?

Trainings are determined by the appointed coach and selected players discretion of availability. They could be 1.5 hours to 2 hours twice a week, please consider this as you register. This information will be gathered as soon as teams are announced.

What happens next?

Successful trialists will be notified and emailed following trials, following acceptance; teams will then be announced via our Facebook Page and Website.

What tournaments will the teams attend in 2026?

TOURNAMENT DATES 2026

U14, U16 and U18 Marjorie Jenden - Porirua

Date: 30-31 May

Travel day: 29 May

U14, U16 and U18 Betty Steffensen - Palmerston North

Date: 14 June

Travel day: 13 June

U14 and U16 Whanganui

Date: 28 June

This is a day trip

U14 and U16 North Island Junior Championships

New Plymouth

Date: 5-7 July

Please note this is the start of school holidays

U18 Dale Wortman

Wellington

Date: 21 June

Travel day : 20 June

Netball NZ U18 Championships

Christchurch

Date: 13-16 July

Travel day: 12 and 17 July

Please note this is in the school holidays

If you have any quieries on the representative programme for the 2026 season, please contact the development team here