A big congratulations to all the guys and girls (yes both!) who competed in the International Tournament in Copenhagen recently. Eight teams competed for the title, which was deservedly won by the home team. Zurich Netball Club were very proud to send two teams to compete against Copenhagen (x2), Stockholm (x2), Paris and Geneva.

We managed to come in a hard-won third place after Copenhagen and then Stockholm, and after a very tough game against Geneva, our second team came in eighth. We were very proud to be able to display such brilliant sportsmanship from every one of our players, and it was clear that we all were there to have a great time and enjoy the sport we all love.

Well done, Zurich!

If you need some sporting competition to ward off the October blues, the Peppermill Netball Tournament is here to help!

Here’s what you need to know…

What is the Peppermill Tournament? The Peppermill Tournament is run by Netball Switzerland and is open to women’s teams from across Switzerland. It was originally scheduled to take place in Zurich in April 2013, but horrendous weather meant it was called off. It will now take place in Geneva where there are some indoor facilities. 

When is it? Saturday 12th October 2013

Who can go? It’s a ladies-only tournament but all levels are welcome. You just need to sign up here

Where is it?  Salles des Fêtes, Moillebin et des Sports, route de Moillebin 20, 1256 Troinex – this is a suburb of Geneva, about 20 mins drive from the centre.

When does it start? Arrive by 9.30am; start at 10am. Finals at 5pm.

Do I need to book a hotel? If you can cope with an early start, the 6.04am train from Zurich HBF will get you there in time. Otherwise, you can discuss sharing accommodation with your team.

Once we have everyone signed up, we will be in touch with the players who are going to organise travel, accommodation and who will be in which team.

Any questions, just let the committee know!

It’s tournament time!

Nice to see that lots of Zurich players are keen to take on our nearest rivals, Basel and Zug, in a mini-tournament in Basel on Sat 21st September.

Here’s what you need to know!

Schedule

Arrival 9am

Games:

1.       Basel v Zurich     9.30 – 10.15

2.       Basel v Zug          10.25 – 11.05

3.       Zurich v Zug        11.15 – 12.00

Venue

International School Basel, Fleischbachstrasse 2, 4153 Reinach, BL

Transport

By car: Exit at Reinach Nord from motorway. Straight across at lights – you will see the school building opposite you. Turn right into car park and main entrance. Car parking available.

By public transport:  Train to Basel SBB from Zurich. From Basel Bahnhof SBB, take NFT Tram towards Aesch BL Dorf. Get off at Reinach BL Reinacherhof and walk to Fleischbachstrasse 2, 4153 Reinach, Switzerland.

Please let the committee know if you will be taking your car to the tournament! Further travel arrangements will be sent out on 19th September.

About the Tournament

Refreshments: will be provided (juice, water & fruit)

Kit: Wear Zurich kit if you have it, otherwise blue skirt and white top. Non-marking gym shoes please.

Good luck everyone!