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Netball - essential skills and techniques Pivoting in netball

These essential skills and step-by-step resources will explain the techniques required to successfully perform a range of actions in netball.

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Pivoting in netball

The pivoting action is a swivel movement that allows the player to move on a fixed axis to either pass or shoot.

Stage one

  • Run towards the ball and jump by extending the legs and ankles.
  • Keep your eyes firmly fixed on the ball.
  • Bring your hands out in front of your body at chest height with fingers spread open and pointing up.

Stage two

  • In the air catch the ball with thumbs an inch or two apart making a ‘W’ shape.
  • Land on the ball of one foot on the ground.
  • Flex your knee and ankle as your foot hits the floor.

Stage three

  • Stand with knees slightly bent and your feet shoulder width apart.
  • Bring the ball into your body to protect it.
  • Pivot by rotating yourself on the ball of your landing foot.
  • Keep your upper body straight and head up.
  • Make sure the hip of your pivoting leg is pointing in the direction you are aiming to pass the ball in.
  • You can move or step with the other foot any number of times.
  • You are not allowed to lift the foot you are pivoting on before you release the ball.

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