Ravens Netball Club, under the leadership of its dedicated organiser Jane Smith, has rapidly evolved since its inception in 2010 in Eastleigh. Starting as a modest group of ladies keen to rekindle their love for netball, the club now proudly boasts four adult squads: Ravens, Ravens Crests, Ravens Rose, and Ravens Thistles, along with six junior sections catering to ages U11 through U16.
Jane Smith ensures all teams are active participants in the Southampton and Hampshire netball leagues. The club’s achievements include the prestigious Silver Level CAPS (Club Action Planning Scheme) award, which aligns with the Sport England Clubmark accreditation, affirming their adherence to safeguarding, quality coaching, and officiating standards.
For those seeking to engage recreationally, Ravens Netball Club offers Back2Netball sessions every Thursday during term time at Places Leisure in Eastleigh for a nominal fee of £5.00. Additional details and booking options are available through England Netball's Back to Netball programme.
Jane’s commitment to fostering young talent shines through the vibrant junior section for 9 to 18-year-olds, with sessions held every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Specific times and locations can be found on the club’s junior section page.
A member, Rosie, shared, “Joining Ravens was initially daunting, but the excellent coaching and the club’s professionalism were evident from the start, making it a fantastic and welcoming environment.”
For further information or inquiries, Jane Smith invites interested individuals to reach out to Ravens Netball Club.