Queen Mary Netball Club is one of the most active clubs at Queen Mary University and the winner of the QMSU Club of the Year 17/18. We welcome all individuals, whether you’ve been playing all your life or have never played before. No matter what your ability, there is a team for you! In the 21/22 academic year, we welcomed our first male player and would be keen to welcome anyone who wants to join.
As of the 23-24 academic year, we have four competitive teams that compete in both BUCS South Eastern Division Leagues 2-10 and LUSL Leagues. We have another additional competitive team that competes solely in the LUSL League. We have three development teams that compete in the QMSU Sports Social League.
Getting involved in QM Netball will bring out the best of being at Queen Mary. Fundamentally we offer the opportunity to keep fit and play the biggest women's sport in the UK, but we do so much more. We offer umpiring courses, volunteering opportunities in the local community, the chance to organise award-winning charity events, and promote personal development through our campaigning. Our strong welfare network ensures integration between year groups as well as assuring that each member is completely supported by their peers throughout the entirety of their degree. If you're looking to throw yourself into a competitive sport, or simply be a part of the biggest girl gang on campus, QM Netball has a place for everyone!
Training
Competitive Training:
Tuesday Evenings
Teams 3, 4, and 5: 18:00-19:30 @ St Paul's Way Trust School (Indoor Courts)
Teams 1 and 2: 19:30-21:00 @ St Paul's Way Trust School (Indoor Courts)
Fitness Training for teams 1-4 is held Friday mornings (8-9 am) at Qmotion on campus.
Development Training
Tuesday Evenings:
All Teams: 18:00- 19:30 @ St Paul's Way Trust School (Outside courts)
Competitions
Teams 1-4 play in the BUCS league and the 5th team plays in LUSL. All players in the development squad have the opportunity to play in the QMSU social league.
Days/Time of Regular Competitions:
- BUCS matches for teams 1-4 are held on Wednesday afternoons.
- LUSL matches for teams 1-5 are played on Monday evenings.
- QMSU Sports League matches take place between 14:00 and 18:00 on Wednesdays at Qmotion.
- Our home matches will take place either at Mile End Courts or St Paul's Way Trust School.
- Away matches will take place at other University sports grounds, both inside and outside London.
Socials
Netball session takes place every Wednesday at 19:00 in Drapers Bar and Kitchen or other locations in the surrounding area. Past socials have included club dinners, karaoke and quiz nights. Social memberships (£20) can be purchased and this gives you invites and access to all our social events (please note: this does not include any netball training).
How to Get Involved
- Like the Facebook page, follow us on Twitter, and Instagram (we are most active on instagram!)
- Drop us a message (or feel free to email us) and we'll find a place for you in one of our teams!
- Visit us at the Welcome Fair
- Sign up using this form
Taster Sessions
There will be taster sessions for everyone who is interested in joining our club, either to play competitively or socially in our development squad. The taster session will be held at St Paul's Way Trust School on Tuesday 26th September between 18:00-21:00.
Trials
The first round of trials for Competitive Teams will happen on Tuesday 3rd October between 18:00-21:00 at Mile End Courts or St Pauls Way (TBD). The second round of trials is by invitation only on Thursday 5th October 16:00-18:00. There is a one-off trial fee of £4 to pay that can be purchased via this webpage (the SU website).
Contact Details
President: Niamh Field (qmulnetballclub@gmail.com)
Development Officers: (qmndevelopment@gmail.com)