Netballer Kim Commane to provide training for locals

Commane will be giving her time to help players in the Macleay work on whatever skills they wish to improve or develop.

"I'll be working on whatever players want to, I've got a couple of girls that have transitioned from defence to shooting and want to work on their attacking skills so we'll work on technique and movement," she said.

"They're one hour sessions and are obviously one-on-one to comply with social distancing regulations.

"I supply all the equipment so it's for anyone of any particular level, age or ability."

"If outdoor training restrictions do change I will look to see if there's potentially room to have smaller groups or have team sessions."

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With community winter sport unable to start this year, Commane says these sessions can be a great release for those wishing to get back into physical activity.

"People are really looking for a sport outlet because at the moment there really isn't much you can do and all these players would normally be well into their season by now, so if I can help give them that outlet I'm happy to do it," she explained.

A session with Commane will cost $40 and she says she's been surprised to have already received interest.

"I've had five enquiries so far with those participants ages ranging from 11 to 16 years old," she said.

Commane said it was her mother who convinced her to do the sessions after considering the idea for a few weeks.

"When I was kid growing up in the Macleay there were no professional netballers coming up to the area to provide specialty training," she recounted.

"The thought of that made me talk to mum about the idea because I'd been thinking about it for a few weeks and she said I should go for it.

"It's nice to know that people out there want support in improving their skills and understanding the game better."