Netball Rules and Player Positions Quiz
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Which of the following is the correct playing time for a game of netball?

  • 4 x 10 minute quarters with a 5 minute interval between each quarter
  • 4 x 15 minute quarters with a 3 minute interval between each quarter (correct)
  • 4 x 20 minute quarters with a 2 minute interval between each quarter
  • 4 x 12 minute quarters with a 4 minute interval between each quarter

How long is the half time interval in a netball game?

  • 5 minutes (correct)
  • 3 minutes
  • 10 minutes
  • 15 minutes

How much time is allowed for each injury in a netball game?

  • 2 minutes (correct)
  • 4 minutes
  • 1 minute
  • 3 minutes

How many umpires have control of a netball game?

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What penalties can be awarded by the umpires in a netball game?

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What is the penalty for breaking the offside rule in netball?

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What is the penalty for breaking the footwork rule in netball?

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What is the penalty for obstruction in netball?

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What is the penalty for contact in netball?

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What is the penalty for the ball going out of court in netball?

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Which team has the advantage in terms of numbers on the court in a netball game?

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How many players are required for a netball team to start a game?

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What is the role of the GA player in netball?

<p>To score goals and work with the GS player (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the WD player in netball?

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Which player is responsible for preventing the GS from scoring goals in netball?

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When are centre passes taken in a netball game?

<p>At the start of each quarter and after each goal is scored (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where must the Centre with the ball be before the whistle for a centre pass in netball?

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Who can score goals in netball?

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When is a goal scored in netball?

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How is the winner determined in a netball game?

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Flashcards

Netball Game Duration

A netball game lasts for 60 minutes, divided into four 15-minute quarters.

Half-time Interval

A 2-minute break between the first and second halves of a netball game.

Injury Time Limit

A time limit for treating an injured player, a maximum of 30 seconds is allowed.

Umpires in Netball

Two officials control a netball game and enforce the rules.

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Penalty in Netball

An award made by the umpire for a rule violation, typically given to the opposing team, allowing them to restart play.

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Offside Penalty

A penalty given to the opposing team when a player breaches the offside rule, allowing them to restart play.

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Footwork Penalty

A penalty given to the opposing team when a player doesn't follow the footwork rules, giving the opposing team a chance to restart play.

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Obstruction Penalty

A penalty awarded to the player obstructed, allowing them to take a shot at goal or pass.

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Contact Infringement Penalty

A penalty given to the player who has been contacted during the game, allowing them to restart play.

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Throw-In

A restart in which the opposing team gets to throw the ball back into play, when the ball goes out of bounds.

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Netball Team Composition

A netball team usually consists of 7 players, with each player having a specific role on the court.

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Minimum Netball Players

The minimum number of players a team needs to start a netball game.

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Goal Attack (GA)

The attacker responsible for scoring goals and contributing to scoring opportunities, stationed in the attacking circle.

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Wing Defense (WD)

The player whose main focus is to defend and intercept passes, supporting the Goal Shooter (GS), by marking the opposing team's attackers.

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Goal Defense (GD)

The Goal Shooter (GS), is the player responsible for preventing goals and utilizing defensive strategies.

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Center Pass

A center pass is a restart that occurs at the start of each quarter and after every goal is scored.

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Centre Player Position

The Centre player must be in the center third of the court before the whistle is blown for a center pass, ensuring a fair start to the game.

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Goal scorers in netball

The Goal Shooter (GS) and the Goal Attack (GA) are the only players who can score goals.

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Goal in Netball

A point scored in netball when the ball is successfully passed through the hoop from within the shooting circle.

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Winning a Netball Game

The team with the most goals at the end of the game is declared the winner.

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Study Notes

Game Duration and Intervals

  • A netball game is typically played for 60 minutes, divided into four quarters of 15 minutes each.
  • The half-time interval lasts for 2 minutes, providing teams with a brief respite and strategy discussion.
  • For each injury, a maximum of 30 seconds is allowed for the injured player to receive treatment.

Umpires and Penalties

  • Two umpires control a netball game, ensuring adherence to rules and officiating the match.
  • Umpires can award several penalties, including free passes, penalty passes, and throw-ins based on rule violations.

Rule Violations and Their Penalties

  • Breaking the offside rule results in a free pass awarded to the opposing team from the location of the violation.
  • The footwork rule violation also leads to a free pass for the opposing team, allowing them to restart play.
  • For obstruction, a penalty pass is awarded to the player obstructed, permitting them to take a shot at goal or pass.
  • Contact infringement incurs a penalty pass or a free pass to the player infringed upon, enabling them to continue play.
  • If the ball goes out of court, a throw-in is given to the opposing team from the point it crossed the line.

Team Composition and Roles

  • In a netball game, one team has an advantage in numbers on the court, typically consisting of seven players whereas the opposing side has designated roles.
  • A minimum of seven players is required for a netball team to start a game.
  • The Goal Attack (GA) player’s role includes scoring and assisting in goal scoring while being positioned in the attacking circle.
  • The Wing Defense (WD) player focuses on defending and intercepting passes, supporting the Goal Shooter's (GS) efforts by marking the opposing team’s attackers.

Player Responsibilities and Scoring

  • The Goal Defense (GD) player is chiefly responsible for preventing the GS from scoring goals, employing defensive strategies.
  • Centre passes are taken at the start of each quarter and after every goal scored, maintaining the flow of the game.
  • The Centre must be in the center third of the court before the whistle for a center pass, ensuring a fair start.
  • Only the Goal Shooter (GS) and the Goal Attack (GA) can score goals in netball.
  • A goal is counted when the ball is successfully shot through the hoop from within the shooting circle.
  • The team with the most goals at the end of the game is declared the winner, based on the total score accumulated during play.

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Test your knowledge of basic netball rules and player positions with this quiz. Learn about the responsibilities of each position and the areas of the court they cover. Perfect for netball enthusiasts and beginners alike.

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