Netball Rules

Netball Rules

The inception of netball finds its roots in England during the 1890s, emerging as an adaptation from an early iteration of basketball. Standard regulations for international play were formulated by the 1960s, and the International Federation of Netball Associations presently oversees over 60 teams competing across five global regions.

Netball Rules
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Game Objective

The primary aim in netball is to accrue a greater number of points than the opposing team.

A typical netball match extends for a stipulated 60 minutes, divided into four quarters, each spanning 15 minutes. Intermissions of three minutes separate the first and second quarters, as well as the third and fourth quarters, with a more extended five-minute halftime between the second and third quarters.

A referee or umpire possesses the authority to call time, during which the timekeeper halts the timer, resuming when play recommences. A maximum of two minutes is allocated for addressing injuries.


Players & Equipment

Conventional netball contests comprise seven players on each side, although a game can proceed with a minimum of five players.

Distinct positions within a netball team delineate the permissible court locations for players.


1. Goal Shooter

2. Goal Attack

3. Wing Attack

4. Centre

5. Wing Defence

6. Goal Defence

7. Goal Keeper


The netball court, marginally larger than a basketball court, traditionally spans 30.5 meters (or 100 feet) in length and 15.25 meters (50 feet) in width.

Divided into three segments, the netball court designates player movement zones: the two goal thirds and the center or middle-third.

A netball match necessitates a court, two goals, and a ball. While official matches mandate regulation uniforms, impromptu netball games can transpire with minimal equipment.


Scoring

In netball, a point is earned by passing the ball to a player in the goal third, who then successfully shoots through their opponent's goal ring. Solely the Goal Shooter or Goal Attack can achieve goals, obligatorily positioning themselves within the semi-circle during the shot.


Winning the Fight

Victory in netball hinges on outscoring the opponent. Strategic ball movement through passing is pivotal, with various passing techniques available. The ball must traverse to the Goal Shooter and Goal Attack, positioned to attempt shots within the semi-circle.


Rules of  Netball

1. A match consists of four quarters, each lasting 15 minutes.

2. Team rosters can range from a maximum of 7 players to a minimum of 5.

3. The court must be partitioned into three sections, each player occupying a designated court position.

4. Deviation into unauthorized positions results in being deemed offside.

5. Players are restricted to holding the ball for a maximum of three seconds.

6. Movement with the ball is constrained to no more than 1.5 steps.

7. A goal is exclusively counted when the ball passes through the ringed hoop.

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