Pakistan Netball Federation | National Squad Trials - Open, U21, U17

Join the Pakistan Netball Federation’s in-person trials and show your skills for the Open, U21, or U17 national squads! About the Trials The Pakistan Netball Federation (PNF) invites applications from ambitious and eligible athletes worldwide to trial for its Open, U21 and U17 national squads. Trials will take place in December 2026 for selection into the 2027 National Performance Programme. Successful athletes will enter a national performance environment focused on developing the technical, tactical and physical standards required for international netball. Up to 16 athletes may be selected in each age category. Selection will be based on performance standards, and PNF reserves the right to select fewer athletes where the required standards are not met. Assessment & National Team Selection Athletes will be assessed across three key areas: • Technical ability • Tactical understanding • Fitness and physical readiness Selection into the National Performance Programme does not automatically guarantee selection to represent Pakistan internationally. Teams representing Pakistan at individual international competitions, tournaments and fixtures will be selected from the national squads. Trials are open to all but note these are Performance trials and competitive. Age Eligibility | 2027 Programme Although trials will take place in December 2026, age eligibility is based on the 2027 competition year. Category | Date of Birth | Requirement U17 Born on or after 1 January 2010 U21 Born on or after 1 January 2006 Open No upper age limit Under World Netball's general age-category rules, athletes may turn 17 or 21 respectively during 2027 and remain eligible for that age category. Note: Individual competitions may have additional age or eligibility requirements. Trial Group Allocation Some athletes may meet the eligibility requirements for more than one category. PNF will review all registrations before the trials and confirm each athlete's allocated trial group and attendance details. Eligibility to Represent Pakistan Athletes wishing to represent Pakistan must meet the applicable international eligibility requirements. This may include eligibility through one of the following routes: • Birth or family connection: Born in Pakistan, or having at least one parent or grandparent born in Pakistan. • Citizenship or nationality: A Pakistani citizen and/or national under Pakistan's laws. • Residency: Meeting the applicable residency requirements to represent Pakistan, including the required period of legal residence and connection to the country. Athletes who have previously represented another national association must declare this during registration, as additional international eligibility requirements may apply. Trial Fee & Refund Policy £40 per athlete Any additional Eventbrite booking fees will be displayed before payment. The fee contributes towards the registration, administration, venue and delivery of the trial and assessment process. Refund Conditions • Withdrawal or non-attendance: Trial fees are non-refundable if an athlete withdraws or does not attend, including because of injury, illness, travel difficulties, personal commitments or a change of mind. • Transfers: Registrations are personal to the named athlete and cannot be transferred to another athlete. • Non-selection: Payment of the trial fee does not guarantee selection. Athletes who are unsuccessful will not be entitled to a refund. • Cancellation by PNF: If PNF cancels the trial, the ticket price and any applicable Eventbrite ticketing fees paid will be refunded. • Rescheduling by PNF: If PNF changes the trial date, athletes may transfer their booking to the replacement date or request a refund if they are unable to attend. Athletes who become injured or are otherwise unable to attend should notify PNF as soon as possible. An alternative assessment may be considered at PNF's discretion but cannot be guaranteed. Before You Register Before purchasing a trial place, athletes and parents/guardians should review and understand the published: • Selection and Appeals Policy • Eligibility requirements If you would like to recieve a copy of the PNF Selection and Appeals Policy before registering and confirming your trial place, please email [email protected]. For athletes under 18, registration must be completed by a parent or legal guardian. Ready to Trial? If you have the ambition, eligibility and performance standard to compete at national level, we encourage you to apply and take the next step towards representing Pakistan on the international stage. Enquiries: [email protected]