Netball is a fast, skillful team game based on running, jumping, throwing and catching. It is played by two teams each consisting of 7 players - 2 shooters, 2 defenders and 3 center court players. Each player has a playing position which determines the areas of the court that they may access. The positions are identified by bibs worn above the waist on both the front and back of each player. The positions are listed below.
The aim of the game is to score as many goals as possible from within the Goal Circle; a semi-circle centered on the goal line and measuring 16ft radius. Only the GS and GA may score goals. Goals are scored through a hoop resembling a basketball hoop but without a backboard. Each goal scores 1 point.
The netball moves up and down the court by catching and throwing it to other team members. Dribbling and moving with the ball are not allowed. Each player may only hold the ball for 3 second at a time before being penalized.
Netball - the COURT
Netball - The Playing Positions
GS (Goal Shooter) - To score goals and to work in and around the goal circle with the GA
GA (Goal Attack) - To feed the ball into and work with the GS to score goals
WA (Wing Attack) - To feed the ball into the goal circle players giving them shooting opportunities
C (Center) - To take the center pass and to control the game flow between attack and defence
WD (Wing Defense) - To look for interceptions and to prevent the WA from feeding the ball into the opposition's goal circle
GD (Goal Defense) - To win the ball and reduce the effectiveness of the GA
GK ( Goal Keeper) - To work with the GD and to prevent the GS from scoring goals