Year 1/2
Game 4 v 4
2 x 8-minute halves
BALL: A 20 centimetre textured play ball
The focus for this age group is on ‘exploring’ Netball. It allows players to catch, pass, and shoot from day one, providing a fun introduction to Netball. Junior co-ordinators/ star helpers are on court to guide and assist.
ROLLING SUBS
Side Line
Cool-down
PASS WITHIN
SECONDS
BIBS: Coloured bibs used
Officials
Junior Co-ordinators assist and support the players on court with direction given throughout the game, without using a whistle.
The Team
Four per team on court at any one time. Both girls and boys can play without restriction.
Start of Play
Players use Paper, Scissors, Rock to determine which team will start each half of play. Play starts with a throw-in behind the opposition’s goal line. After a goal is scored, play continues with a throw-in from the goal line.
Substitutions
Obstruction
Teams are allowed to use rolling substitutions.
Playing Areas and Offside
All players can move anywhere in the playing area so there are no offside limits.
Playing the Ball
Players are encouraged to pass or shoot within 5 seconds.
Footwork
Players are encouraged to be stationary once they have received the ball. They are allowed to take additional steps to gain balance but walking with the ball should be discouraged.
Scoring a Goal
A goal may be scored by any player at their attacking end.
Players are not allowed to defend or mark the ball thrower, allowing space to pass and vision of passing options. Players can defend players awaiting passes and intercepting the ball
is encouraged.
Contact
A player may not push, trip, knock, bump or holdan opponent, whether the move is deliberate or accidental. If contact does occur, the contact will be called and after a brief explanation
(if required), play will continue.
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