Happy Feet: Why Foot Health Matters in Netball

Strong netball starts from the ground up — and in this episode of Off the Posts: Scarletts Edition, we’re talking all things feet.

Georgi is joined by Scarletts player and podiatrist Steph Owen from SO Podiatry, proud sponsors of our juniors Sonics, for a brilliant deep dive into foot health in netball. From common foot and ankle injuries to the importance of wearing the right trainers and socks at grassroots level, this episode is packed with practical advice for players, parents, and coaches alike.

We cover:

• The most common foot injuries netballers experience

• Why correct footwear matters — especially for juniors

• How a podiatrist can support netball performance and injury prevention

• What trainers Scarletts players are actually wearing on court

Whether you’re a junior just starting out, a parent buying yet another pair of trainers, or a player trying to stay pain-free, this episode will help keep you moving comfortably and confidently.

A huge thank you to Steph and SO Podiatry for supporting our club and helping keep our players on their feet — literally.

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Elandr open day 17th January 2026 at SO Podiatry, Worcester

Find Steph at SO Podiatry - https://www.so-podiatry.co.uk/

What does it really mean to become a netball coach — and stay one?

In this special episode of Off the Posts: Scarletts Edition, Georgi is joined by Leanne to unpack the coaching journey from two very different perspectives. With 15 years of coaching experience behind her, Georgi reflects on the lessons, challenges, and creativity that come with life on the sidelines, while Leanne shares what it’s like stepping into coaching for the very first time this year.

Together, they dive into:

• Why we coach and what keeps us coming back

• Creative problem-solving on court (and when plans don’t go to plan)

• Support, mentorship, and guidance for new coaches

• Common barriers to coaching — confidence, cost, time, and imposter syndrome

• The differences between coaching juniors and adults (spoiler: adults want therapy)

• Managing expectations — of players, parents, and yourself

• Sideline behaviour, parent dynamics, and keeping junior netball positive

The episode also celebrates a huge moment for Georgi, who has just been named UK Coaching Community Coach of the Year 2025 — reflecting humbly, proudly, and standing firmly in her “I belong” moment.

Whether you’re an experienced coach, a brand-new one, a player thinking about taking the step, or a parent wanting to understand what happens behind the scenes, this episode is honest, practical, funny, and full of heart.

🎙️ Coaching changes lives — including the coach’s own.

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This week on Off the Posts: Scarletts Edition, we’re diving straight into the most unexpectedly essential part of netball life… game day underwear. Yes — we’re going there.

Georgi is joined by brand-new co-host Zoe for her podcast debut (complete with nerves, chaos, and multiple water-bottle incidents). Together, they unpack everything players never talk about openly — but definitely should. From sports bras and support levels to superstition pants and the great “what undies should I wear under my dress?” debate, this episode is equal parts educational, hilarious, and wildly relatable.

We break down why the right sports bra is a non-negotiable in netball — from reducing breast pain to improving confidence and performance — with shoutouts to NetballHer resources, Eleanor Cardwell, and the real heroes: parents navigating the trauma of the sports bra aisle. We’re also sharing player confessions, junior-friendly advice, netball icks, gear tips, and one of our most chaotic segments yet: Pass, Shoot, Stand Out of Play — The Underwear Edition.

Whether you’re a seasoned player, a newbie on court, or a supportive parent trying to decode compression vs encapsulation, this episode has something for everyone — practical tips, honest conversations, and plenty of laughs.

In this episode:

• The real reason sports bras matter in netball

• Why teens need comfort and confidence above everything

• Game day undies: what players actually wear

• Georgi’s love letter to Maaree bras

• Visible pant lines, wedgies, strap disasters & other iconic netball icks

• Gear tips to keep your kit comfy, supported, and match-ready

• Zoe faces her first ever “Pass, Shoot, Stand Out of Play!”

Join us for an empowering, educational, and unapologetically funny deep dive into the gear that keeps players moving, jumping, sprinting — and supported.

Off the Posts: Scarletts Edition — where netball, real talk, and community collide.