Girls, Years 7-8 and 9-12
Netball – Elevating Talent on and off the Court
Netball at The Hills Sports High School is one of our most prestigious and well-established Talented Sports Programs. With a legacy of high achievement and a culture of excellence, our Netball program continues to inspire, develop, and launch the next generation of elite athletes.
The program is proudly supported through a partnership with Netball NSW and is led by two of the most experienced and respected figures in the game—Paige Hadley and Natalie Avellino, who bring world-class expertise, elite-level mentorship, and a genuine passion for student-athlete success.
Why Netball at Hills Sports?
A proven pathway into elite-level netball, including state and national team selections
Access to specialist coaching from current and former international athletes and coaches
A culture built around performance, teamwork, resilience, and leadership
Direct integration with academic support and wellbeing frameworks
Strength and conditioning, sports psychology, and performance analysis included
Whether you're dreaming of a Super Netball debut, a scholarship opportunity, or simply want to maximise your performance in an elite environment, our Netball program provides the tools, support, and community to help you thrive.
🌟 Meet the Coaches
Paige Hadley - Hills SHS Head Coach & NSW Swifts Legend
Paige Hadley is more than just a Netball icon—she is a role model, mentor, and fierce advocate for athlete development. As a Commonwealth Games gold medallist, Australian Diamonds representative, and long-time star of the NSW Swifts, Paige brings a level of experience and leadership that is unmatched in youth development programs.
Her presence at The Hills Sports High School bridges the gap between professional sport and high-performance school environments. Paige is passionate about empowering young athletes—particularly young women—to chase their goals with purpose, confidence, and discipline.
Under her guidance, our athletes benefit from elite-level drills, insights into the professional pathway, and the kind of competitive mindset required to succeed at the highest level.
Natalie Avellino – High Performance Coach & International Mentor
Joining the coaching staff is the highly accomplished Natalie Avellino, whose extensive coaching resume spans New Zealand, Australia, and the international stage.
Natalie’s journey began in Invercargill, New Zealand, where she led Southland Girls’ High School to National Secondary School Championships and coached both the Southland Men’s and Women’s teams at the National Championships. Her career highlights include:
Assistant Coach of the Southern Steel (ANZ Championship)
Assistant Coach for the New Zealand Secondary Schools
Technical Advisor to Samoa Netball
Assistant Coach with the NSW Swifts
Australian Fast5 National Team Coaching Staff
Natalie is known not only for her tactical nous but for her holistic coaching philosophy, working closely with strength and conditioning coaches, nutritionists, mental skills experts, and wellbeing officers to shape well-rounded, high-performing athletes.
Her ability to connect with school-aged players and develop them into national-level talents makes her a cornerstone of our program.
A Culture of Excellence and Opportunity
At The Hills Sports High School, we’re proud to compete and win at the highest levels. But beyond championships, our Netball program is about building strong, confident individuals who thrive on the court, in the classroom, and throughout life.
We offer:
Weekly TSP Netball sessions integrated into the curriculum
Local and state-level competition opportunities, including CHS and independent tournaments
Performance tracking and individual development plans
Career and tertiary pathway guidance for aspiring student-athletes
Western Sydney is home to some of the country’s best netballers, and with our program, we’re determined to keep developing them right here at Hills Sports.