Over the last week, people have been using social media as a tool to get their netball fix.The Netball Family have found innovative ways to stay connected during this time through shooting challenges, home workout tips and sharing positive stories online.We have pulled together the best bits shared on social media from the last seven days.
7,000 goals in seven days
Without opportunities to be competitive on court at the moment, netballers have instead been competing against themselves at home or in the garden through a variety of challenges.Harriet [pictured in the main image] set herself the challenge of scoring 7,000 goals in just seven days.At the end of the fourth day, she was over halfway to her target having scored 4,427 in total and that included her slotting in 1,668 alone in one day – what an incredible effort!Vitality Roses inspiring others
Training (albeit it different to usual) has continued for the Vitality Roses over the last few weeks.George Fisher took on and smashed the Nike Living Room Cup Baseline Blitz challenge this week, and inspired Laurel Park Netball Club to give it a go!https://twitter.com/LaurelPark_NC/status/1261396601156878337If you haven't seen the Baseline Blitz challenge, take a look over on Instagram then have a go and send us any photos / videos of your best efforts - we're @englandnetball on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram!Meanwhile, Jodie Gibson unexpectedly found herself with a new (socially distanced) training partner to keep her on her toes while completing a sprint session!https://twitter.com/Jodiegibsonx/status/1261605814604894208Sasha and Kadeen Corbin set a challenge of a different kind when they were at it once again showcasing their slick moves - if TikTok was made for anyone, it's undoubtedly the Corbin sisters!There have been some fantastic versions shared on social media of the Netball Family copying their moves.https://www.instagram.com/p/CAOBmxOnH_5/This wasn't the only netball dance challenge set this week with Eliza also challenging the Netball Family to incorporate a ball into theVirtual Wiggle & Giggle a roaring success
To celebrate National Walking Month, The Biggest Virtual Wiggle & Giggle took place on Thursday 14th May.Whether they were in the living room or in the garden, lots of netballers joined the virtual session hosted by the wonderful Ruth and some even convinced everyone in their house to get involved.There was lots of chatter during the session and afterwards, an array of positive comments - the equivalent to participants' smiling faces at sessions - filled social media.https://twitter.com/hodge_jo/status/1260994937061072896"Only came to look as I was a bit tired, but can’t resist joining in. Great fun!"Some people even asked if it could happen every week!If you missed the session or just fancy giving it another go, then head over to YouTube where the video is still available.
