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How many players are on a netball team during a match?
Seven players per team are allowed on the court at any time (minimum 5 for 50 bonus points).
If a team does not have five players present at the start of a period of play, the umpires will wait up to 30 seconds for additional player/s to arrive.
Action: a. If the team takes the court within 30 seconds: the umpire starts play and the infringing team is penalised for delaying play [Rule 19.1] and [Rule 19.2] immediately following the whistle for the centre pass. b. If the team is not able to take the court within 30 seconds: the umpires will award the match to the opposing team. Terminology: Failure to take the court.
What is the required distance a defending player must maintain from the player with the ball?
0.9 meters (3 feet); failing to do so results in an obstruction infringement, leading to a penalty pass for the opposing team.
A player who is within 0.9 m (3 ft) of an opponent (measured between the nearest part of the nearer foot on the ground) may stretch out arms to:
a. Catch, deflect or intercept a pass or a fake pass.
b. Catch, deflect or bat a rebound from an unsuccessful shot at goal.
c. Momentarily signal for a pass or to indicate the intended direction of a movement.
Can a player move into the landing space of an opponent who has jumped?
No.
Sanction for contact infringements: Penalty Pass where the infringer was standing unless this places the non-infringing team at a disadvantage, in which case the penalty will be taken where the contacted player was standing.
6. An opponent must not:
a. Move into the landing place of a player after that player has jumped in the air.
b. Fail to yield the landing place of a player who has jumped into the air and gained possession after an unsuccessful attempt to touch or catch the ball.
Terminology: Causing Contact.
What is the sanction for a player who moves into the path of a moving opponent, causing contact?
Penalty pass.
A player must not take up a position so near to and/or so quickly in the path of a moving opponent, that the opponent does not have sufficient time or distance, either to stop or change their direction. The time and distance that must be allowed by the player is directly proportional to the speed of the opponent.
Terminology: Causing Contact
Without having possession are players allowed to bat or bounce the ball to another player?
Yes.
Without having possession of the ball, a player may:
a. Bat or bounce the ball to another player.
b. Bat the ball once, and then either bat or bounce the ball to another player.
c. Bounce the ball once, and then either bat or bounce the ball to another player.
d. Touch the ball in an uncontrolled manner once or more than once, and then either bat or bounce the ball to another player.
Sanction: Free pass. Terminology: Replayed ball.
What is the consequence of deliberately passing the ball to oneself?
This is a replayed ball infringement, resulting in a free pass to the opposing team.
When taking a throw-in, must all players be on the court before the throw is taken?
No, players no longer have to wait for all players to be on court before taking the throw-in.
How close to the line must a player be when taking a throw-in?
Within 15 cm (6 inches) of the line; stepping on the line results in a throw-in infringement and a turnover to the other team.
What is considered a "break in play"?
A break in play occurs after a goal is scored, during a stoppage, interval, or when a sanction is awarded.
1. Both teams have the right to make substitutions and/or team changes:
a. During an interval.
b. When play is stopped for injury/illness of a player or blood.
2. Both teams may make tactical changes immediately after a goal has been scored following a request from an on-court player to hold time for this purpose, ensuring that:
a. The umpire is clear the request is for a tactical change and not for injury/illness of a player or blood.
b. Any on-court players leave the court or change playing positions without delay.
c. Any substitutes take up their position on court without delay.
d. All team officials including primary care persons remain at the team bench.
e. The umpire is able to restart play quickly so the momentum of the match is not affected.
3. If undue time is taken by either team to complete substitutions and/or team changes, the infringing team will be penalised for delaying play. For a tactical change, this will be immediately following the whistle for the next centre pass.
4. The number of substitutions and/or team changes is unlimited during a match provided the players used are those named for the match. However, if the number of requests for tactical changes becomes frivolous the umpires may refuse the request and/or penalise the
What is the sanction for a player who is outside their designated playing area?
This is an offside infringement, leading to a free pass to the opposing team where the player entered illegally.
What happens if a player moves their landing foot before releasing the ball?
This is a footwork infringement, and the opposing team is awarded a free pass.
What is the penalty if a defending player contacts an opponent who is in possession of the ball?
A penalty pass is awarded where the contact occurred, and the infringing player must stand out of play.
How long does a player have to release the ball once they catch it? What is the name of the infringement & sanction?
3 seconds; exceeding this time results in a held ball infringement and a free pass for the opposition.
What is the penalty for deliberately delaying play?
The umpire can award an advantage to the non-infringing team or issue a penalty pass.
What happens if a player steps completely out of court while in possession of the ball?
The ball is considered out of play, and a throw-in is awarded to the opposing team.
What must a player do if they have a blood-stained uniform?
They must leave the court and may only return once the uniform is cleaned or replaced.
What happens if two players from opposing teams simultaneously catch the ball?
Answer: A toss-up is awarded at the point of contention.
A toss-up is awarded at the point of contention. Bonus 100 points if you can elaborate on the rule change made.
What is the sanction for a team having more than the allowed number of players on the court?
The extra player is removed, and a penalty pass is awarded to the opposing team.
What is the punishment for persistent breaking of the rules by a player?
Answer: The umpire may issue a warning, suspension, or sending off the player.
If the ball touches the goalpost and bounces back into play, is it still in play?
Yes, unless it touches the ground outside the court before being caught.
What is the penalty for an intentional foul play?
A penalty pass or warning/suspension depending on severity.
What is an advantage call in netball?
When an umpire allows play to continue despite an infringement if it benefits the non-infringing team.
Can a shooter attempt a goal while stepping on the goal circle line?
No, this results in a free pass for the defending team.
Sanction: Free pass where the player made physical contact with the ground outside the goal circle. No goal is scored. Terminology: Incorrect shot
What is the penalty for disputing an umpire’s decision?
A warning or caution may be issued, and repeated offenses can lead to suspension.
What happens when a team fails to take the court on time?
The umpire can award the game to the opposing team.