Netball has a strong tradition of warm welcomes for new participants. In this newsletter, find how one of the world’s most populous nations is being introduced to netball, and what has got women smiling across Scotland.
USA
In just four weeks, the USA will be welcoming netballers from around the world, and introducing the sport to many Americans for the first time. Miami is the host city for the World University Netball Championship, and the team from the USA (pictured) are keen to promote netball to the locals.
Find out more at www.worlduninetball.com, or follow @wunc2016
Switzerland
Getting children in Geneva playing netball relies on being able to explain the joys of the sport in their language – French. This summer holidays, the youngsters are being encouraged to try netball with promises of a fast and exciting team sport.
Scotland
Ladies in Scotland have been loving Bounce Back to Netball – an initiative that encourages even the most reluctant of people off the couch and onto the court. Pictured are ladies celebrating this year’s National Summer Festival.
Singapore
With netball already a popular sport across Singapore, the National Library Board chose to have national team member Jocelyn Ng (pictured standing, centre) support their campaign to encourage reading.
