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SISSNTB306A
Use advanced level netball skills

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to senior and experienced netball players who compete at a local, regional or state level. They are closely monitored by their coach. It may also apply to those in sports development or netball coaching roles.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required by players to participate in netball activities at an advanced level. It requires the ability to prepare for and participate in drills, activities, games and competitions using advanced level skills and to review and evaluate self and team performance.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Nil

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential:

performs advanced level skills relevant to positional requirements and conditions on sufficient occasions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance

utilises knowledge of advanced level netball skills and relevant rules, regulations and policies when playing at an advanced level

communicates appropriately with team members, coaches, umpires and support staff throughout drills, activities, games and competitions, and responds to feedback

reviews own and team's performance to identify strengths and areas requiring improvement or modifications.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must also ensure access to:

netball training and competition facilities

equipment such as netballs, goal posts, uniforms and positional bibs.

groups of advanced level netball players to train and play with and against

an accredited coach who has achieved advanced status to instruct and address players

support staff and scorers

umpires qualified to manage at least an advanced level players' game

rules of netball

current relevant regulation, player policies, procedures and codes that apply to participation in netball activities, games and competitions.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

observation of performance of advanced level skills with speed and accuracy during drills, activities, games and competitions

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant rules, regulations and policies

evaluation of third-party reports from coaches or umpires detailing performance.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

SISSNTB305A Use advanced level tactics and game strategy in netball play

SISSNTB203A Participate in conditioning for netball.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills on and off the netball court to:

actively participate in pre-activity briefings

read play and predict other player's intentions and movements

use calls, hand signals, eye signals and other communication methods to interact with players in-game

communicate with coaching staff to determine instructions and discuss skills development issues

discuss and clarify positions, rules and required skills

seek feedback and instructions from team members, coaches, support staff and umpires

provide feedback on self and team performance

literacy skills to access, interpret and comprehend netball rules and the content of relevant player policies and procedures

numeracy skills to calculate effective time use during drills, activities and games

teamwork skills to:

encourage and support team members

respect other player's decisions

participate effectively in team training activities and games

problem-solving skills to:

respond appropriately to changing conditions during training and game situations

to resolve disputes related to the conduct or outcome of a game

self-management skills to:

review and reflect on own performance

organise time and priorities effectively

set short, medium and long term goals

analytical skills to discuss and evaluate strengths and weaknesses of self and other players and to monitor self progression

player attack and defence skills to participate in netball activities at an advanced level.

Required knowledge

the existence and basic aspects of occupational health and safety legislation

terms and conditions that apply to player use of and behaviour at private and public netball facilities and gyms

the essential elements of player policies, procedures and codes for appropriate participation in netball activities

the complete content of rules applicable to the game of netball

the on court roles and responsibilities of all netball positions

the essential features and use of advanced level netball skills

the basic aspects of biomechanical principles to enable safe and effective performance of advanced netball skills

the key characteristics and use of equipment used in advanced level netball drills, activities and games

the essential elements and appropriate use of communication systems used by players, coaches, support staff and umpires during netball drills, activities and games

self-reflection principles to enable effective self-evaluation for future improvement.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Strengths and weaknesses may relate to:

fitness components:

speed

agility

balance

endurance

strength

power

flexibility

repeated sprint ability

height

ability to successfully implement unit work and set team plays

skills in attack and defence .

Basic biomechanical principles may include:

balance

motion

force

momentum

power.

Advanced skills of netball may include:

ball handling - passing on the move

attacking skills:

screens

creating space for self and others

reading the play - vision, anticipation and body cues

timing

defending skills:

one-on one including switching and sagging

two on one

defending off the player

shooting technique:

step in, back and to the side

shooting unit:

shooter to shooter pass

leads

circle exit and entry

Wing Attack centre unit:

feeding the circle

driving onto the circle

holding around the circle

Centre Wing Defence unit:

working together to keep attackers off the circle

defence around the circle

Defence Unit:

split circle

Drills, activities may involve:

developing advanced skills through appropriate sequencing of skills

progressive skill acquisition

breaking down skills

modifying skill drills

coordinated positional plays

warm-ups and cool-downs.

Games and competitions may include:

simulated games

competition games

modified games to meet specific player and team needs

practice matches to develop advanced skills.

Regulations may relate to:

occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation

terms and conditions of permits from land management authorities or local council

terms and conditions of authorities or permissions from netball clubs or associations

environmental protection regulations.

Policies and procedures may involve:

risk management

safety

management of current or recurring injuries and illnesses

conflict resolution

communication protocols

use, care and maintenance of equipment and court

training and scheduling commitments

Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy

Netball Australia's Member Protection Policy

Netball Australia Anti-doping policy

Netball Australia's Junior Policy.

Effective communication may involve:

calls

hand signals

eye signals.

Conditions and external influences may include:

environmental and weather conditions

other facility users

spectators

parents

umpires and administrators

other coaches.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Seek information on and comprehend the role of the coach and support staff in developing advanced player skills for netball games. 
Participate in discussions on individual and team strengths and weaknesses to improve individual and team skills in advanced games. 
Seek and comprehend information on the basic biomechanical principles for netball players and apply these in playing activities to avoid injury. 
Seek information on advanced skills of netball for individual player positions in attack and defence and use skills in-game. 
Safely participate in netball drills and activities, games and competitions to an advanced level. 
Interpret International Federation of Netball Associations' Rules of Netball, regulations, policies and procedures and apply to netball activities. 
Link and perform the advanced level skills of netball to form a sequence of movements in competition conditions. 
Maintain effective communication with team members and coach during drills, activities, games and competitions. 
Participate in post-activity discussions and evaluate strengths and weaknesses of self and other players. 
Review performance of advanced skills utilised in drills, activities and games, identify strengths and areas requiring improvement and discuss with team and coach. 
Identify own personal progress and satisfaction with performance of advanced skills and provide feedback to team and coach. 
Identify conditions and external influences affecting conduct of activities and identify contingency strategies to improve future sessions. 

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