Netball NSW has announced 12 young leaders selected to form Netball NSW’s first-ever Youth Advisory Group – a unique platform for young people aged 14-21 to have their say and help shape the future of the sport across NSW.
An initiative of Netball NSW CEO Tracey Scott, the Youth Advisory Group brings together players, umpires, coaches, and volunteers from both metropolitan and regional communities, reflecting the diversity of the game and the vital role young people play in its growth.
Netball NSW CEO Tracey Scott said the launch of the Youth Advisory Group marks a significant step in giving young people a seat at the table.
“Young people are the future of netball, and their voices matter,” Scott said.
“The Youth Advisory Group creates a space where our youth can speak up, be heard, and influence the way we support and grow the game. We are excited to work alongside this talented and passionate group, who bring fresh ideas and a genuine commitment to making a difference.”
The 12 members were chosen from over 40 applicants and were appointed for a 12-month term from July 2025 to June 2026. Their first meeting took place on Wednesday 27 August 2025.
The Youth Advisory Group will provide feedback on Netball NSW programs and initiatives, share insights into the experiences of young people in the sport today, and offer ideas to strengthen youth engagement and retention.
More importantly, the Youth Advisory Group will play a pivotal role in ensuring the perspectives of young people are heard at the highest levels of the organisation.
“I wanted to be a part of the Youth Advisory Group because I’m extremely passionate about youth advocacy and making things more inclusive and accessible,” Alyssa Pinchbeck from Hills District Netball Association said.
“I have always loved the sport and community of netball and I saw this group as a chance to contribute meaningfully, to amplify underrepresented voices, and help shape positive change.”
By representing a wide range of experiences – from grassroots participation to leadership in umpiring and coaching, this inaugural Youth Advisory Group will help ensure Netball NSW’s programs reflect the needs, aspirations, and diversity of young people across the state.
The 2025 Youth Advisory Group members are:
Name
Club / Association
Katie Booth
Thornleigh Netball Club, Hills District Association
Molly Allan
Kiama Central Netball Club, Kiama Netball Association
Archie McCarthy
Hornsby Heights Netball Club, Ku-Ring-Gai Netball Association
Saachi Singh
Penrith Netball Association
Alex Tam
Leichhardt Wanderers Netball Club, Inner West Netball Association
Talina Seisun
The Oaks Netball Club, Camden & District Netball Association
Elliana Henderson
Blacktown Netball Association
Davina Rajkumar
Inner West Netball Association
Sofia Novak
Mittagong Netball Club, Southern Highlands Netball Association
Alyssa Pinchbeck
Cherrybrook United Netball Club, Hills District Netball Association
Sophie Buchtmann
New Kids Netball Club, Wagga Wagga Netball Association