2026 Prep-For-Rep Trials Information and registration

PREP-FOR-REP (P4R)
The DPNA Prep-For-Rep Program will introduce players born in 2015 to the DPNA Representative netball environment. Players will train alongside our Junior State Age teams (12-14yrs) and attend 2 carnivals as part of the DPNA Rep cohort.

REP CARNIVALS
All teams will participate in two representative carnivals:
- BNA Junior Rep Carnival | Sunday 31 May 2026
- DPNA Junior Rep Carnival | Sunday 7 June 2026

TRIALS
Trial #1: Tuesday 21 April, 5:30pm - 7:30pm.

Trials will be held at the DPNA courts.

ATTENDANCE
Attendance is compulsory. If a player is unable to attend due to illness or injury, they must notify DPNA by emailing repinfo@downeypark.com.au. In such cases, a medical certificate and/or a return-to-play plan must be submitted in order to remain eligible.

PREFERRED TRIAL POSITIONS
Players must nominate two preferred positions. However, selectors reserve the right to trial or select players in alternate positions based on team needs and player versatility.

TRIAL FEE
$20 per player

NOMINATIONS CLOSE
Tuesday 14 April 2026

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENTS
Teams will be announced via email on Friday 24 April 2026. Please note there may still be player movement at the discretion of DPNA Officials.

PARENT INFORMATION SESSION
Parents are encouraged to attend at least one of the Parent Information Session. Further details TBC.

PREP-FOR-REP PLAYER FEES
TBC. For reference, 2025 player fees were $300 (Red, Green & White) and $150 (Training Partner).

Payment Options:
Flexible payment plans available
PlayOn! Sports Vouchers accepted
Scholarships offered

TRAINING
Team training will commence on 28 April 2026, with weekly sessions held on Tuesday evenings until 2 June 2026.