After the captains have notified the umpires of the result of the toss for goal end or first centre pass, the umpires toss for goal end. If you would like to know the major differences between the modified rules and normal rules please click here. If you have any queries regarding netball queensland policies please contact your netball queensland development officer or the community and sport development team on 07 3426 9530. England netball wishes to acknowledge and thank the members of the inf rules panel for the hard work they have undertaken thank you. High quality umpiring at all levels is now more essential than ever in helping us achieve our vision, for netball in scotland to be a thriving, world class sport.
The objective of the game is for teams to score goals, by passing a ball and shooting it into the opposite teams goal ring. Connected umpiring is a great way to make friends for life and be an integral part of the vibrant netball community. It is advised to purchase a rules book to assist you with. As independent arbiters, umpires are ideally positioned to apply the rules to the best of their ability, without fear or favour, and to make decisions in the interests of the game and its tenets of equal opportunity and sporting conduct. The international federation of netball associations have released a 2020 revised official rule book to include the latest rule changes. Basic umpiring here are a few very basic umpiring rules. Copies of the rule book can be obtained from england netball. If you are a first time umpire or just want to refresh yourself with the rules come along to our first steps to umpiring classes which are a great way to learn basic umpiring along with people of the same umpiring level as yourself. They will be responsible for making infringement decisions and awarding penalties where applicable. The international netball federation inf announced the release of the 2020 rules of netball for implementation across all international matches from 1 january 2020. The umpires and officials must observe the game with scrutiny. To support the development of umpires, netball singapore holds regular umpiring accreditation courses. The rules of netball 2020 edition is the new official rules of the game.
Participation is growing, more clubs are developing and players are getting faster and stronger. The netball play with rules book is an essential aid for people involved with netball at all levels. These updates will be in place for all matches played in. When registering for the exam, please enter as much information as you can and use the join code shown below so we can make sure you have met all of the requirements for the exam and can be approved by your zone.
Dec 09, 2015 the official rules of netball were updated by the international netball federation in august 2015, with the new rules to be in place in all netball australia associated competitions and events. The rules of netball are set out in the international rules of netball book. Commitment to on going umpire development, this may include. Saucna umpire information what it takes to be an umpire solid knowledge and understanding of the rules. An updated new rules book 2018 edition incorporating the amendments has been published and is available through the inf. Search or filter to find the document youre looking for. The umpire would then apply the sanction free pass on court and request the player returns to the. The rules of netball 2018 edition is the new official rules of the game. Respected umpires provide the opportunity for everyone to play the game in a safe, fair and enjoyable. Netball is a ball sport for two teams of seven players. Online centre umpire theory test netball wellington centre sportstg, fixtures, results, ladders, statistics, news and events for the netball wellington centre, on sportstg, the home of grassroots sport.
Coaching and mentoring umpires are the efforts that ensure quality umpiring. Netball officials umpiring roles and responsibilities. This section is for those who would like to download the official rule book. They are also available from reception and umpiring courses through out the year. All netball officials must be fully conversant with the role and responsibilities of umpires in controlling the game. Click here to find online rules of netball for 2020. Inf netball rules book please note that this version is strictly for. Netball is a sport, similar to basketball, in which competing teams attempt to score points by putting a ball through a goal extended in the air. Amendments to the inf rules of netball 2016 edition were approved by members at congress held in july 2017. Registrations are now open for the zone theory exam 1 which will be conducted online from 6 8. The workshops involve technical and practical applications of umpiring, rules discussion and on court umpiring.
The international netball federation has made some amendments to the 2016 edition of the rules of netball. The international netball federation introduced a new edition of the rules of netball in august 2015, which applies to international matches, and all affiliated competitions and events in australia. Netball sa is committed to reconciliation, within the netball community and beyond, for all south australians. For orders of over 20 books, call netball nsw on 02 9951 5000. For the umpiring online resource library click here or the inf resources click here.
If you are going for a badge you should always have a copy of your official rules of netball with you when umpiring. The rules book will be available soon in the following languages. Download the match protocols for umpires now available in 2020 rules of netball book click to open the link. Variations in some rules may be made locally for players of different levels or to meet other conditions refer section 15. The portable document format may be useful once you are familiar with the basic version. It will enable participants on and off the court to understand what is happening better. These updates will be in place for all matches played in australia, and all international. Inf publishes the rules of netball in several different languages. Contact your local clubassociation for umpire coaching and badging how to become a bench official. Building on the rules knowledge gained through the into officiating award, the c award umpire course is the second step on the officiating pathway. The course includes theory and practical elements, including an indepth understanding of the rules and umpire protocols that all international qualified umpires must adhere to. England netball has adapted the original supplement provided by the inf to ensure officials can print and cut out the rule amendments and insert them into the 2016 edition of the rules book. Controlling bodies, at all levels, to make sure the game is conducted and developed in accordance with disciplined and sporting behaviour.
Download your own copy of the netball australia rule book. The official rules of netball were updated by the international netball. The international netball federation introduced an updated edition of the rules of netball in november 2019, which applies to international matches, and all affiliated competitions and events in australia from 1 january 2020. At inf congress 2015 new rules were approved for implementation in international matches from january 1 2016. Whilst the news of a change of rules often creates the idea that fundamental aspects of how the sport is played will change the updates to the 2020 rule book center around a number of minor tweaks and tidy ups to the existing text. Umpiring provides you so much more than just the ability to officiate the rules of the game. Complete the foundation umpiring course, enrol via mynetball 5. Games are played on a rectangular court divided into thirds, with a raised goal at each short end. Buy a netball rule book and read and read it to learn the rules. It is an educational pathway based on courses, ongoing professional development and practical umpiring experience.
All umpires should have a copy of the rules whenever they are umpiring. If youre still not sure, please ask one of our umpires on your match night. Netball sa is committed to reconciliation, within the netball community and beyond, for. You should also make sure that you obtain and read a rule book so you can further develop your understanding of the rules. Dec, 2017 the international netball federation has made some amendments to the 2016 edition of the rules of netball. Consistency is also one of the key roles and responsibilities of officials in netball. The 2020 international netball rules book can be downloaded here. For orders of more than 20 books, call netball nsw on 02 9951 5000. Action sports, south africas premier indoor sports provider offers the ultimate in indoor sports venues across south africa. They may also be able to coach or mentor you as you get nearer to an umpiring test date. If you would like to purchase a rules of netball book these are available from the national netball associations that are affiliated to. Official international netball federation rule book for netball umpires. The better you know the rules the more confident you will be when have to umpire, play and coach.
Umpiring is an integral component of netball and is essential to the progress and success of the sport. Get to know whats new in the rules of netball, following the changes to the rules made by the international netball federation in january 2016 and. The two umpires shall have control of the game and give decisions. If you want to umpire in local andor county leagues on a regular basis and have a good understanding of the rules. Umpiring uniform netball victoria has a range of apparel for umpires to purchase through our online uniform shop. Umpiring courses for 2020 to support the development of umpires, netball singapore holds regular umpiring accreditation courses. Netball rules workshops during the april, july and october school holidays, pna runs netball rules workshops for new umpires. However some umpires also make the next step of mentoring umpires. It is important that all netball players, coaches and umpires know and understand these changes. When it comes to indoor netball, action sports is a whole new ball game.
As it is my passion, it is continue reading netball play with rules new. Current or explayers with a wealth of experience at various levels make excellent umpires. Netball federation, nor be otherwise circulated in any form of binding or cover other than that in which it is published. For the rules of netball and an online version of the rule book please click here. The inf rules of netball book explains the regulations and standards of behaviour expected in the game. The rules remain at all times the property of the international netball federation and copies of the rules downloaded here are strictly not for sale or reprint. Infs 5aside format of the sport with opportunities to score 1, 2 or 3 goal points from each shot, fast5 was launched 2012. Attending new rules sessions regional umpiring workshops x umpires awarded with the b award will be eligible to umpire at regional league level and may be invited to england netball national events x those umpires wishing to progress to the netball europe a award should. Action sports action netball social indoor netball.
You must have a good knowledge of the game of netball and show a good understanding of the rules. All participants are required to sit the online rules of netball theory exam prior to the workshops. Netball rules of 2020 edition contact inf secretariat albion wharf 19 albion street manchester m1 5ln england t. Action cricket, action netball, action hockey, action soccer and action 5 a side are the fastest growing social activities in south africa, and noone scores more consistently than us. Two umpires have control of the game and make the oncourt decisions about the run. Please click here for a copy of the netball australia rules book. The upcoming umpire course below will be postponed till further notice. Whilst the news of a change of rules often creates the idea that fundamental aspects of how the sport is played will change the updates to the 2020 rule book. Netball sa acknowledges and pays respect to the traditional owners of the land, the kaurna people, where netball sa is based.
Watch the 2018 rules of netball videos click to open the link. They shall umpire according to the rules and decide on any matter not covered by the rules. Information on the main changes can be downloaded here. Online centre umpire theory test netball wellington. Welsh netball offer a level 2 umpire course to enable c award umpires to progress as b award umpires. The rules of netball are set out in the international rules of netball book available from sports distributors click here to purchase a hard copy. These experienced umpires will understand the enjoyment as well as the frustration that umpiring can bring. Obtain a copy and study the official rules of netball book 3. The umpire development programme is designed for all umpires under the age of 18 and any adult umpire that chooses to be involved.
The amended rules will be implemented for international competition from 1st january 2018. You must have undertaken welsh netballs intro to umpiringq award or have a minimum of 2 years netball officiating experience. It is the responsibility of umpires to apply the rules of the game with impartiality, fairness and consistency. This is the new revised edition of the official netball rules issued by netball australia.
Umpiring about 2020 umpires committee umpires director sue kurthcommittee peter mclean, ashlee smith, and debroah tapper current infq umpire list 2020 theory a umpires exam in house umpire assistance form request for umpires test form infa rule book 5th edition 20 below is the infa 5th edition 20. Umpiring hand signals help to clarify judgement on decisions and determine which player is at fault. Authored by annie kloppers, an international umpire from south africa. Official netball rule book 2018 edition netball uk. Ace is actively involved in assisting in developing junior umpires and assisting with continuing umpire education and qualifications. The level 2 course is a 8 hour course and all 8 hours run over 1 day.
Umpiring accreditation netball australia has a wellestablished accreditation system, endorsed by the australian sports commission. A page to keep you updated on everything happening with qhncs team white. Netball australia is responsible for developing resources to support the education of umpires within the netball community. The organisations core function is to identify and meet the needs of netball players, coaches, umpires, administrators, associations and clubs and in doing so enhance participation experiences and encourage the uptake of the sport. It is a structured nonthreatening programme that seeks to improve umpiring standards at morialta through support, feedback and practical assessment. The book is written as a companion to the official ifna rules. If you would like to purchase a rules of netball book these are available from the national netball associations that are affiliated to inf or from the inf at the inf shop.
See more of quakers hill netball club umpiring on facebook. International rules of netball international netball federation. Protocols are usually listed according to the rules section to which they refer but, when it is more appropriate, may be linked to another section. Gilbert netball is the official and exclusive ball supplier to inf. Celebrating 85 years, netball victoria is a nonforprofit organisation responsible for the management and development of the sport of netball across victoria.
Netball victoria has a range of apparel for umpires to purchase through our online uniform shop. As an umpire, you will be responsible for adjudicating the rules under the codified netball rule book 2020 pdf and without bias. The information follows the same order as the rules book. Download the latest documents and guides to assist you in your officiating journey including rule books, match protocols and glossary of terms. That includes regulating the rules of player infringements, setting penalties, and the handling of any players who are deliberately delaying the game. Click here to find out whats new in the rules of netball. Umpires to apply the rules of the game with impartiality, fairness and consistency. During the course you will be expected to take part in the practical game of netball. If there is divergence in wording, the english text is authoritative. The rules of netball international netball federation.
A handson manual for umpires, coaches, players and spectators. Learn how to apply the rules take all opportunities to. It is the responsibility of controlling bodies at all levels to ensure that the game is conducted and. Sit the rules of netball theory exam, enrol via mynetball 4. Apr 11, 2017 extracts from the book netball play with rules the discipline of playing and umpiring often do not last forever. Those are the core values that the rules of netball are based on. Irrespective of age, ability, or experience at playing netball, if you have a passion for the game and can successfully complete netball scotlands online introduction to umpiring. If you are a first time umpire or just want to refresh yourself with the rules come along to our first steps to umpiring classes which are a great way to learn basic umpiring along with people of the same umpiring. Introduction netball is an exciting, fast and skilful game of fair contest. Dunedin netball centre is working to upskill the level of umpiring. Jan 08, 2020 the inf rules of netball book explains the regulations and standards of behaviour expected in the game. The rule book supplement can be downloaded from this link.