Following the withdrawal of The Capital Spirit from the Premier League Competition for Season 2023, Netball NSW (NNSW) confirms that it will seek expressions of interest from potential licensees to join the competition for Season 2024 and beyond.
Subject to the right licensee being identified, NNSW’s current position is that a 10-team competition is the optimal competition structure when considering NNSW’s 2023 to 2025 Strategic Plan. Accordingly, it is intended that the organisation will add one licensee to the competition.
“Premier League is the pinnacle netball competition in NSW, showcasing the best current and emerging talent within NSW,” Netball NSW Competitions Manager Claire Dale said.
“It offers a local, pre-elite performance environment for players, coaches, officials, and administrators, providing bridging opportunities into the Australian Netball Championships (ANC) and subsequently, Suncorp Super Netball.
“In addition to creating a sustainable competition, the NNSW Premier League aims to enhance the profile of the game across the State through increased media and promotional opportunities.
“NNSW is committed to enhancing the reputation of netball in the community and increasing the engagement of fans and current and future participants.
“In providing an initial notice, we are hoping this encourages potential licensees to think about partnerships, community connection and future growth opportunities prior to our request for EOI.”
Premier League is contested across two divisions – Opens and Under 23s – with currently nine teams in each division facing off in the competition.
NNSW’s strategic objectives aim to create a seamless pathway for developing players, coaches, officials, and administrators throughout NSW, with a focus on increasing the depth and quality at the elite level of the game in NSW.
To ensure the purpose and pathway linkages between Metro League, Premier League and State/National Programs are clearly articulated and designed for player growth and retention, NNSW is seeking expressions of interest from parties who share the organisation’s strategic objectives and are committed to contributing to the development of the netball community across the ecosystem.
Expression of Interest Process
Prior to opening the expression of interest (EOI) process, NNSW is providing the opportunity for parties who may have an interest in being a part of the competition, to engage in conversation to assist it in determining their suitability to submit an application during the EOI process.
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