Biomechanics of the Netball Shot

Biomechanics is the field of science concerned with the mechanical laws, and internal and external forces acting on the human body and the resultant effects of these forces (Blazevich, 2010). Analysing sports and specific skills within these sports from a biomechanical perspective, allows us to manipulate these factors and forces for an effective technique. In Australia, netball proves to be a very popular sport with one million people reported to participate nationwide (Netball Australia, 2015). Goal shooting is one of the most important components of netball as it is critical to the success of a team. Therefore, goal shooters must understand the most effective biomechanics of a netball shot to ensure accuracy from a range of shooting positions. At the end of this blog you should: ·          Know the most effective technique for a successful netball shot ·          Know how this technique ensures accuracy in relation to biomechanical factors ·          U