The international netball federation introduced a new edition of the rules of netball in august 2015, which applies to international matches, and all affiliated competitions and events in australia. The player taking the throw in must have at least one foot within 15cm 6 inches of the line. Oct 30, 2017 the international netball federation inf has announced the latest update of its rules of the game. Here are the highlights of the amendments made in this update. Inf publishes the rules of netball in several different languages.
The rule book has been modernised and restructured. These updates will take effect for all matches played in australia, and all international games, on january 1 2016. For orders of over 20 books, call netball nsw on 02 9951 5000. Inf release updated rules of netball international netball. A netball team consists of up to 12 players with 7 players allowed on court at any one time.
It is a structured nonthreatening programme that seeks to improve umpiring standards at morialta through support, feedback and practical assessment. The objective of the game is for teams to score goals, by passing a ball and shooting it into the opposite teams goal ring. The umpire development programme is designed for all umpires under the age of 18 and any adult umpire that chooses to be involved. Netball is a ball sport for two teams of seven players. There must be enough space for an opposing player to intercept the ball when a player passes the ball. There were lots of changes to the rules of netball this year. It is one of the most misunderstood rules in netball. Time passed as simple netball rules became increasingly popular during the. Click on the button below for a snapshot of the new rules.
An updated new rules book 2018 edition incorporating the amendments has been published and is available through the inf. A new format featuring shorter matches with modified rules was designed to make the game more appealing to spectators and television audiences. A team may take the court with a minimum of 5 players. The rules remain at all times the property of the international netball federation and copies of the rules downloaded here are strictly not for sale or reprint. Discover book depositorys huge selection of netball books online. These are not new rules but small changes to the 2016 rules. The new rules aim to meet the changing needs of the game, reflect the modern forward looking. Netball to become a quicker, quieter game with new rules. Official international netball federation rule book for netball umpires. When net ball rules were first invented historically in 1892, they became the new accepted version of basketball game. Inf to release updated rules of netball netball wellington centre.
If you would like to purchase a rules of netball book these are available from the national netball associations that are affiliated to. All rules have been made with the knowledge and acceptance of the new zealand indoor sports incorporated our governing body and must be played at all competitions and tournaments sanctioned by. Amendments to rules of netball 2016 edition rule 2. All rules have been made with the knowledge and acceptance of the new zealand indoor sports incorporated our governing body and must be played at all competitions and tournaments sanctioned by new zealand indoor sports incorporated. Effective from january 1, 2018, netball new zealand will be implementing the newly updated rules of netball set by the international netball federation inf. The team which scores the most goals wins the match. This was just a brief insight to the new rules and what to expect going in to the 201617 netball season. The world netball series was held annually in england from 2009 to 2011.
We recommend reading through the simplified guide to netball rules and regulations first. The portable document format may be useful once you are familiar with the basic version. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. The rules were discussed by the international netball federation during augusts world cup in sydney. This complete guide begins by covering essential netball skills such as body control and movement, ball handling, shooting, attacking, and defending before presenting the everevolving tactical concepts of the game. Amendments to rules of netball 2016 edition introduction amendments to the inf rules of netball 2016 edition were approved by members at congress held in july 2017. Netballs new rules aim to make sport faster and more. Ifna netball rule book 2020 pdf download option the uk rules. Official netball rule book 2018 edition netball uk.
Booktopia buy netball books online from australias leading online bookstore. The rules of netball 2018 edition is the new official rules of the game. Netball federation, nor be otherwise circulated in any form of binding or cover other than that in which it is published. Official rules of umpiring book carrying with you when you are umpiring if possible 4. The amended rules will be implemented for international competition from 1st january 2018. In july 2017, there were some small changes made based on feedback from member countries to provide further clarity around aspects of the rules. Previously the player must have placed one or both feet immediately behind. This rulebook contains all the rules for new zealand indoor netball. If you would like to purchase a rules of netball book these are available from the national netball associations that are affiliated to inf or from the inf at the inf shop. Download the 2018 amendments to the rules of netball.
Get to know whats new in the rules of netball, following the changes to the rules made by the international netball federation in january 2016 and the minor changes made in november 2017. This is the new revised edition of the official netball rules issued by netball australia. The rules book will be available soon in the following languages. The international netball federation inf has announced the latest update of its rules of the game. International netball federation latest update of rules. The 2020 international netball rules book can be downloaded here. It was the trendy new sport played mostly by women.
Basics the objective of a netball team is to score more goals than the opposition. A goal is scored through a successful shot into the opponents hoop. The rules of netball are set out in the international rules of netball book available from sports distributors click here to purchase a hard copy. The netball handbook is the most comprehensive, contemporary resource available to aid in that endeavour. For orders of more than 20 books, call netball nsw on 02 9951 5000. If there is divergence in wording, the english text is authoritative. These updates will reflect the amendments made to the 2016 rules that were approved at inf congress in july 2017. Infs 5aside format of the sport with opportunities to score 1, 2 or 3 goal points from each shot, fast5 was launched 2012. You can get them from your county, umpiring secretary or the england netball website. Download the match protocols for umpires now available in 2020 rules of netball book click to open the link. Netball is set to become a quicker, quieter and more attacking game next year under new rules after the international netball federation announced changes at all levels of the game from 1 january. Time passed as simple netball rules became increasingly popular during the 20th century. The international netball federation inf announced the release of the 2020 rules of netball for implementation across all international matches from 1 january 2020.
Years 18 have their own versions of the rules you can find out more under junior on this website. This section is for those who would like to download the official rule book. The and intellectual property rights for the rules of netball are owned by inf. The rule changes aim to meet the changing needs of the game, and to reflect the modern, forwardlooking sport of netball. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. New and revised netball queensland suite of policies and guidelines are listed below. Download the official ifna rules book in portable document format. Get to know whats new in the rules of netball, following the changes to the rules made by the international netball federation in january 2016. Whilst the news of a change of rules often creates the idea that fundamental aspects of how the sport is played will change the updates to the 2020 rule book center around a. Inf release updated rules of netball international. Games are played on a rectangular court divided into thirds, with a raised goal at each short end. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Jun 27, 2019 discover book depositorys huge selection of netball books online.
Variations in some rules may be made locally for players of different levels or to meet other conditions refer appendix d. Dec, 2017 get to know whats new in the rules of netball, following the changes to the rules made by the international netball federation in january 2016 and the minor changes made in november 2017. Dec 09, 2015 the official rules of netball were updated by the international netball federation in august 2015, with the new rules to be in place in all netball australia associated competitions and events. The new netball rule short pass is now active and in force. Rule changes send netball into new era of faster and more. This book is a stepping stone to understand the rules of netball, especially the scenarios on court. Indoor netball official rule book new zealand masters games.
Nov 24, 2015 rule changes send netball into new era of faster and more furious play netball from 2016 will be a quicker, less fragmented game but while attackers and fans are likely to be delighted, defenders. This section is for those who would like to download the official rule book we recommend reading through the simplified guide to netball rules and regulations first the portable document format may be useful once you are familiar with the basic version. Gosports slammo game set includes 3 balls, carrying case and rules 4. As it is my passion, it is the passion of mentors to help umpires to be the best they can be and to aspire to become mentors too. Rules of netball book 2020 edition sydney netball shop. The updated rules are effective from 1st january 2018, which reflect the amendments to the 2016 rules that were approved at inf congress in july 2017. Advantage not out of play it is important for an umpire to set the penalty correctly but it is also the decision of the player with the ball whether she wants to wait. Variations in some rules may be made locally for players of different levels or to meet other conditions refer section 15. Official rules of netball section 1 organisation of the game 5 organisation of the game 1. The rules of netball 2020 edition is the new official rules of the game. The netball short pass moves the ball from the hands of the thrower to those of the receiver.
They made amendments to the 2018 version of the rules which took effect from 1 january 2020. All players and umpires should be familiar with the rules of netball. Amendments to the inf rules of netball 2016 edition were approved by members at congress held in july 2017. Rule changes send netball into new era of faster and more furious play netball from 2016 will be a quicker, less fragmented game but while attackers and fans are likely to. Official rules of netball revised 2012 netball australia l. Whilst the news of a change of rules often creates the idea that fundamental aspects of how the sport is played will change the updates to the 2020 rule book center around a number of minor tweaks and tidy ups to the existing text. It will make it easier for players in a netball team to pass the ball to each other.
The rules are based on the core values of equal opportunity, fair play and respect for an opponents skill and safety. Please refrain from bringing the ball back if a player decides to play the ball fast she is already on the correct spot and decided not to wait for the penalized player to stand out of play. The official rules of netball were updated by the international netball federation in august 2015, with the new rules to be in place in all netball australia associated competitions and events. The rules of netball international netball federation. Whilst the news of a change of rules often creates the idea that fundamental aspects of how the.
Thats why weve created categories to explain what the new rules mean for you, whatever your role in netball. If you have any queries regarding netball queensland policies please contact your netball queensland development officer or the community and sport development team on 07 3426 9530. New rules for netball the international netball federation has updated some the official rules of netball. The international rules advisory panel met in 2019 to discuss the rule book. Netball new zealand annual report 2018 by netball nz issuu. Netball gained olympic recognition in 1995 after 20 years of lobbying. Rules of netball book for players, coaches and umpires.
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