Celebrating Inclusion, Diversity & Community Through Netball
In partnership with the Birmingham Panthers & the Pakistan Netball Academy

Date
Sunday 22nd March 2026

Venue
King Edward's Five Ways

Timings
Unity Cup
Warm up - 8.30am
Games - 9:00am – 1:00pm

Birmingham Panthers Vs Manchester Thunder
Location- Utilita Arena Birmingham
FCP- 3pm
Prizegiving- Half time of NSL game


ABOUT THE UNITY CUP

The Unity Cup is an all-inclusive netball tournament designed to bring together players of all backgrounds, abilities, and communities.
This year’s event proudly celebrates inclusion, diversity, and the official launch of the Birmingham Panthers' partnership with the Pakistan Netball Academy.

The Unity Cup welcomes both seasoned competitors and social teams who simply want to enjoy a fun, supportive day of netball.

🏐 DIVISIONS & AGE GROUPS
Two age groups:

• Under 18
• 18+

Each age group offers two playing grades:

• Competitive
• Social / Participation

ENTRY DETAILS
Entry Fee: £250 per team
Includes-
✔ Entry into the The Unity Cup Tournament
✔ A full day of netball competition
✔ 12 tickets to the Netball Super League match (Discount applied)
✔ Participation in the Unity Cup Medal Ceremony at the NSL match
✔ Access to facilities: changing rooms, spectator viewing areas
✔ On-site food stalls, coffee cart & community vendors

Team Requirements:

• 10 players
• 1 coach
• 1 umpire (teams must supply their own)
• Teams may wear their normal kit or basic training clothing - whatever they feel most comfortable in.

TOURNAMENT FORMAT

• Match Length: 8 minutes each way
• Round-robin or pool play depending on number of entries
• Finals for top teams in each category
• Inclusive, fun-first environment for all social teams
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• SPECIAL FEATURES
• Unity Cup Medal Ceremony held at half-time of the NSL match
• Coffee cart and local food stalls available on-site throughout the day
• Celebration of the new Birmingham Panthers x Pakistani Netball Academy partnership
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WHY THE UNITY CUP MATTERS
The Unity Cup is more than a tournament.
It is a platform to:

• Champion diversity and representation
• Create performance and participation opportunities
• Connect community netball with the elite NSL environment
• Celebrate the launch of the Birmingham Panthers × The Pakistan Netball Academy partnership

JOIN US FOR A DAY OF CONNECTION, COMMUNITY & CELEBRATION
The Unity Cup is more than a tournament, it’s a platform to champion diversity, bring communities together, and showcase the power of sport to unite.

We can’t wait to welcome teams from across the region for an unforgettable day of netball and celebration.