Samford Netball Club

• Games are played on Thursdays at 6.30pm at the Samford Parklands Courts, Mt Samson Road, Samford.
• Typical season (2 per year) will be approx 10 weeks subject to the number of teams registered to play. Season 1 will commence at the end of April and run through until the end of June.  Season 2 will likely run July to September.  Games are not played during school holidays.  
• Standard netball rules apply with games officiated by qualified umpires.  
• In the event of wet weather, advice will be provided by 5.00pm (typically via our Facebook and Instagram pages). Every effort will be made to make up weather affected games during the season.
  
• All players who take the court agree to do so in the spirit of fair play.  We are not the Suncorp Super Netball and sheep stations are NOT on the line.  Players who repeatedly practice unsafe or intimidating play will be asked to leave the court and de-registered (fees will not be refunded). 

1. You will play by the rules of netball and in the spirit of fair play.
2. You will treat all participants respectfully - verbal abuse of officials or other players and/or intimidating behaviour will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
3. You will reflect the values of the Samford Netball Club - we're an inclusive club and ensure that people with different abilities and fitness levels are given every opportunity to participate.
4. You will not argue with game officials - if you disagree with a call, take a deep breath and move on. If you are unsure about a particular call, you can seek clarification via the Team Captain during quarter time breaks only. You are NOT to approach game officials directly. 
5. Failure to comply with any/all of the above may result in expulsion from the competition. All fees paid will be forfeited. 

Registration fees:

• One-off fee upfront per season with no ongoing weekly payments. Fees cover equipment (balls, bibs, post pads etc), umpires and club costs (electricity etc). 
• Individual registration: $110    
• Team registration: $1000 (max 11 players)    
• Fees are required at the time of registration. 
• We want to give everyone a chance to play the greatest sport on earth and understand that sometimes it can be a little tricky to manage all the bills. Please reach out to us if you are having difficulty paying.  
• Samford Netball Club is a not-for-profit sporting club and we love seeing as many people as possible playing netball (did we mention it is the greatest sport on earth!).  However, the comp is simply not sustainable if players don't pay their fees.  Therefore, if you have not paid your registration fee in full or entered into an agreed payment plan by week 2, you will not be able to take the court.

Important info:

• Teams names are to be decided one week prior to the season commencing.
• Teams are to nominate a colour - all team members MUST wear a shirt of that colour.
• Teams are to nominate a captain at the beginning of the season.  ONLY the captain is able to approach the umpires at quarter time breaks.
• Teams must have a minimum of 7 registered players to be able to play in the comp. 

Overview

While we encourage competitive play, we emphasise a social, fun, and light-hearted atmosphere suitable for both beginners and experienced players aged 16 and above. All participants must conduct themselves respectfully toward teammates, opposing teams, and officials. Inappropriate behaviour, actions, or language will not be tolerated and may result in penalties or removal from the competition.

Player Requirements

• All players must be registered and at least 16 years of age
• Players may participate in multiple games per evening (where there is more than one round) as either a registered fill-in or team member
• All players are responsible for understanding standard netball rules

• Bibs will be provided 
• Shirts of team colour to be worn by all team members
• All players must wear appropriate enclosed shoes
• Jewellery is not permitted
• Nails must be cut short 

Game Structure

• 4 x 10 minutes quarters
• 2-minute breaks between quarters
• Completed and signed score sheets must be returned after each game
• Every effort will be made to make up games cancelled by wet weather at the end of the season

• Win: 4 points
• Draw: 2 points
• Loss: 0 point
• Bye: 0 points
• Forfeit: 0 points

• Minimum of 7 registered players (we recommend up to 10)
• Maximum of three male players allowed on court simultaneously
• Male players must be distributed as follows:
  • One in defense (GD or GK)
  • One in centre court (WD, WA, or C)
  • One in attack (GA or GS)

Basic Game Rules

• Game begins with centre pass on umpire's whistle
• Ball must be:
  • Held for no more than 3 seconds
  • Touched within the center third
• All players must maintain correct starting positions
• Center passes alternate between teams after each goal
• Quarters begin and end on umpire's whistle.

Players must not:

• Accidentally or deliberately impede other players
• Push, charge, trip, or throw their body against opponents
• Use the ball to push or contact opponents
• Hold opponents or keep elbows against them.

Obstruction

• Defenders must maintain 3 feet (0.9m) distance when defending with extended arms
• Distance measured from attacker's landed foot to defender's nearest foot
• Defenders may stand closer if arms are not extended
• Intimidating actions are prohibited
• If attacker reduces distance during throwing/shooting, obstruction rules don't apply.

Ball Handling

• Players must pass or shoot within 3 seconds of receiving the ball
• Ball cannot be thrown over a complete third without being touched
• Players cannot:
  • Bounce the ball and regain possession
  • Play the ball twice without another player touching it
  • Roll, kick, or fall on the ball
  • Pass while lying, sitting, or kneeling.

Court Movement

• Players must remain within designated areas
• Out-of-court balls are thrown in by the opposing team
• Offside results in free pass to opposing team.

Footwork

Single Foot Landing:

• May step with other foot
• May lift landing foot
• Must throw before re-grounding lifted foot
• May pivot in any direction
• No dragging, sliding, or hopping

Two Foot Landing:

• May step in any direction with one foot
• Must throw or shoot before re-grounding lifted foot