The Rules of Netball - EXPLAINED!

Summary

Ninh Ly's video script provides a comprehensive overview of netball, emphasizing its distinct rules compared to basketball. The game involves seven players aiming to score by shooting a ball into a 10ft high net within a 100ft by 50ft court, divided into thirds. Only the Goal Attack and Goal Shooter can score within the shooting circles. Players must adhere to strict ball-handling and movement rules, such as holding the ball for no more than three seconds and pivoting on a 'landing foot'. The video also explains positional restrictions and game dynamics, including 'throw-ins', 'free passes', '50/50' situations, and 'toss-ups', concluding that while the rules may seem complex, they become clearer with experience.

Takeaways

• 🏀 The objective of netball is to score more goals than the opposing team by shooting the ball into the net.
• 👥 Only the Goal Attack and Goal Shooter are allowed to shoot, and only if they are within the goal circle.
• ⏱ Players can hold onto the ball for a maximum of three seconds before they must pass it.
• 🚫 The ball must be passed at least three feet to another player; failing this results in a short pass and turnover.
• 🚳 Netball has strict rules on ball passing, prohibiting passes that cross two transverse lines.
• 👣 Once a player receives the ball, they cannot move the foot they land on, known as the landing foot, without consequences.
• 🙅‍♀️ Opposing players must maintain a distance of at least three feet from a player with the ball to avoid obstruction.
• 📍 Players are assigned specific positions and restricted to certain areas of the court based on their role.
• 🏟 The game is played in four 15-minute quarters, totaling 60 minutes of play.
• 🏆 The team with the highest score at the end of the game wins.

Q & A

What is the primary objective of netball?

The primary objective of netball is for your team to score more goals than the opposing team by shooting the ball into the net.

How many players are allowed on the court in netball?

In netball, 7 players take to the court at any one time.

What are the dimensions of a netball court?

A netball court is 100ft long by 50ft wide.

What is unique about the shooting circles in netball?

The shooting circles in netball are a 16 ft radius with the center circle being 3 ft in diameter.

Which players are allowed to shoot the ball into the net in netball?

Only the Goal Attack and Goal Shooter are allowed to shoot the ball into the net, and only if they are inside the goal circle.

How long can a player hold onto the ball in netball?

In netball, all players can hold onto the ball for a maximum of three seconds.

What is the minimum distance required to pass the ball between teammates in netball?

To pass the ball between teammates in netball, they must throw it at least three feet to another player.

What is meant by 'footwork' in netball?

In netball, 'footwork' occurs when a player lifts a landing leg and puts it back down, resulting in the ball being awarded to the other team.

How close can an opposing player get to a player with the ball without committing an obstruction?

An opposing player must be at least three feet away from a player with possession of the ball to avoid being called for obstruction.

What are the positional restrictions for players in netball?

In netball, players are assigned positions and can only move within certain areas of the court based on their role, such as Goal Keeper, Goal Defence, etc.

How is the game of netball divided into time segments?

The game of netball is played in 4 x 15 minute quarters, for a combined playing time of 60 minutes.

What is a 'Free Pass' in netball?

A free pass in netball is awarded when a player breaks one of the rules, such as holding the ball for more than three seconds or failing to pass the ball at least three feet.

What happens during a '50/50' situation in netball?

In a '50/50' situation, if both players are at fault or the referee is not sure who committed the fault, a toss-up occurs between the two offending (or nearest) players.

What is considered 'offside' in netball?

In netball, a position player is considered 'offside' if they move into an area that they are not supposed to be in, resulting in the ball being awarded to the other team.

Outlines

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🏀 Introduction to Netball

Ninh Ly introduces the sport of netball, emphasizing its distinct rules compared to basketball. The game's objective is to score more goals than the opposing team by shooting the ball into a net 10ft above the ground. The court is divided into thirds, with specific shooting circles and a center circle. Only the Goal Attack and Goal Shooter can score, and they must be within the goal circle. Players can hold the ball for a maximum of three seconds, and passes must be at least three feet long but cannot cross two transverse lines. Movement with the ball is restricted, with the 'landing foot' rule dictating a player's pivot. Opposing players must maintain a distance to avoid obstruction. Each player has designated areas they can move within, and the game is played in four 15-minute quarters, totaling 60 minutes of playtime. The video also explains various in-game scenarios like throw-ins, free passes, 50/50 situations, and toss-ups, concluding with an invitation to enjoy the sport.

Keywords

💡Netball

Netball is a team sport played by two teams of seven players, where the objective is to score more goals than the opposing team by shooting a ball into a high net. The game is distinct from basketball, with its own unique set of rules. In the script, Ninh emphasizes that netball is 'a completely different game with completely different rules', highlighting the sport's individuality.

💡Shooting Circles

The shooting circles in netball are the areas on the court where goals can be scored. They are circular in shape with a 16 ft radius and are located at each end of the court. The script specifies that 'only the Goal Attack and Goal Shooter is allowed to shoot the ball into the net, and only if they’re inside the goal circle', which underscores the importance of these areas for scoring.

💡Court Dimensions

The court dimensions are critical to understanding the spatial constraints of the game. The script describes the court as '100ft long by 50ft wide', with these measurements providing the framework within which players must operate. Knowing the court size is essential for strategic gameplay and for understanding the scale of movements and passes.

💡Positional Restrictions

Positional restrictions dictate where players can move on the court based on their roles. As Ninh explains, 'players are assigned positions and can only move within certain areas of the court'. This rule is fundamental to netball strategy, as it influences player movement and the flow of the game, ensuring that each player has a defined area of responsibility.

💡Landing Foot

The landing foot rule is a specific movement restriction in netball. Once a player receives the ball, 'the foot that the player first lands on is known as the landing foot', and they cannot lift this foot off the ground while in possession of the ball. This rule is crucial for understanding player movement and the tactics used to maintain ball control.

💡Three-Second Rule

The three-second rule in netball states that 'all players can hold onto the ball for a maximum of three seconds'. This rule is integral to the fast-paced nature of the game, as it prevents players from holding the ball for too long and encourages quick passing and movement.

💡Short Pass

A short pass in netball is a pass that does not travel at least three feet to another player. The script mentions that failing to meet this requirement results in 'the other team is awarded the ball'. This rule is important for understanding the technical aspects of passing and the consequences of failing to execute a proper pass.

💡Free Pass

A free pass is awarded when a player breaks one of the rules, such as holding the ball for more than three seconds or committing contact. The script provides a list of infractions that result in a 'free pass or shot', which is a penalty that gives the opposing team possession of the ball, often from a favorable position.

💡50/50

A 50/50 situation in netball occurs 'if both players are at fault, or if the referee is not sure who committed the fault'. This results in a toss-up, where the ball is thrown into the air and becomes contested. The term is used in the script to describe a scenario where responsibility for a rule infraction is unclear, leading to a fair restart of play.

💡Toss Up

A toss up is a method of restarting play in netball, used in situations like a 50/50 or when two opposing players catch the ball simultaneously. As described in the script, 'the referee will throw the ball in the air between them', and players compete to gain control of the ball. This term is key to understanding the fair and dynamic nature of netball's restarts.

💡Offside

Being offside in netball refers to a positional player moving into an area they are not supposed to be in. The script explains that this results in 'the ball is awarded to the other team'. This rule is crucial for maintaining the structure of the game and ensuring that players adhere to their designated areas of the court.

Highlights

The primary objective in netball is for a team to score more goals than the opposition.

A netball court is divided into thirds and features shooting circles with a 16 ft radius.

Only the Goal Attack and Goal Shooter are permitted to shoot the ball into the net.

Players can hold the ball for a maximum of three seconds before they must pass or shoot.

Passes must be thrown at least three feet to another player to avoid a short pass penalty.

The ball cannot be passed across more than two transverse lines on the court.

After receiving the ball, a player's landing foot cannot be lifted off the ground.

Opposing players must maintain a distance of at least three feet from a player with the ball to avoid obstruction.

Players are assigned specific positions and are restricted to certain areas of the court.

The game is played in four 15-minute quarters, totaling 60 minutes of playtime.

Throw-ins occur when the ball leaves the side of the playing area, awarded to the team who did not last touch it.

Free Passes are awarded for rule infractions, with the offending player standing aside during the play.

A 50/50 situation occurs when both players are at fault or the referee is unsure, resulting in a toss-up.

In a toss-up, two opposing players stand three meters apart and compete for an airborne ball.

Offside occurs when a position player moves into an unauthorized area, resulting in the ball being awarded to the opposing team.

The rules of netball may seem complicated initially but will become clearer with experience.

The video offers a comprehensive guide to understanding the rules of netball for both new players and spectators.

Transcripts

Ninh explains The Rules of Netball The object of the game is for your team to

score more goals than the opposing team. 7 players take to the court at any one time

and to score these goals, you must shoot the ball into the net.

The net is roughly 10ft above the ground and is on either side of a court that’s 100ft

long by 50ft wide. These are the shooting circles which are a 16 ft radius, with the

centre circle 3 ft in diameter. The court is split up into thirds, and you’ll find

out why shortly. Hang on a minute, this is just like basketball

right? Nope, not at all. Netball is a completely

different game with completely different rules. Firstly, not everyone can shoot the ball.

Only the Goal Attack and Goal Shooter is allowed to shoot the ball into the net, and only if

they’re inside the goal circle.

Secondly, all players can hold onto the ball for a maximum of three seconds.

Any more than this, and the other team is awarded the ball.

Thirdly, to pass the ball between teammates, they must throw it at least three feet to

another player. Failure to do this results in a short pass, and the other team is awarded

the ball. Adversely, the ball cannot be passed long

either, i.e. it cannot cross two transverse lines.

This also results in the ball being awarded to the other team.

In netball the movement of a player with the ball is heavily restricted.

Once the player has received the ball, the foot that the player first lands on is known

as the landing foot. They cannot lift this foot off the ground,

but may pivot on it whilst moving the other leg.

Should a player lift a landing leg and put it back down, this is known as ‘footwork’

and the ball is awarded to the other team.

The opponents will try and take the ball away from you by intercepting passes, blocking

shots and retrieving loose balls. However, an opposing player cannot touch another

player (known as contact) and must be at least three feet away from a player with possession

the ball. Any closer, and they are called for obstruction.

The other major difference between Netball and Basketball is that in Netball, players

are assigned positions and can only move within certain areas of the court.

The Goal Keeper can only move within the goal third they are defending.

The Goal Defence can only move within the goal and middle thirds.

The Wing Defence can also move within their own goal and middle thirds, but not in their

own circle. The Centre can move in all thirds except the

goal circles. The Wing Attack can move in the centre third

and their opponents goal third, but not the circle.

The Goal Attack can move within the centre and their opponents goal third.

And the Goal shooter can only move within the opposing goal third.

The idea of the game is to pass the ball down the court without faulting and remember, only

the Goal Attack and Goal shooter can score, and only within the shooting circle.

The game is played in 4 x 15 minute quarters, for a combined playing time of 60 minutes.

Highest score at the end of time, wins. If you’re a little lost, don’t worry about

it – as you will pick this up easily. But there’s just a few things you’ll need

to know about before playing or watching a game. For example …

Throw in. If the ball leaves the sides of the area of

play, the ball is awarded to the team who did not touch it last.

Free Pass A free pass is awarded when a player breaks

one of the rules. We’ve already mentioned some of the infractions that result in a free

throw, but here’s the full list of them. Free Pass or Shot

For major infringements such as contact or obstruction, a free pass or shot is awarded

to the opposing player. The offending player must stand aside and play no part when the

opponent releases the ball. 50/50

If both players are at fault, or if the referee is not sure who committed the fault, this

is known as 50/50, and it results in a toss-up between the two offending (or nearest) players.

This is also when two opposing players catch the ball simultaneously.

Toss up. If a 50/50 is called, the two offending (or

nearest) players stand three metres apart from each other. The referee will throw the

ball in the air between them and once it has left their hands, the ball is up for grabs

by either player. Offside.

If a position player moves into an area that they’re not supposed to be in, this is offside

and the ball is awarded to the other team.

Complicated? Yes, but as you watch or play Netball, the rules will become clear.

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