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Netball is a sport similar to basketball, mostly played by women. Ask questions about netball rules, teams and records here.

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What is an open skill and a closed skill in netball?

Open skills generally deal with changing or varying aspects of a game (eg. a pass, a shot, a hit, etc.), while closed skills generally deal with the predictable or "set" aspects of a game (eg. knowing the set or predetermined plays/routes to run). So an open skill could be ones ability to follow and abide by plays that the coach/team has set, compared to an open skill such as ones personal ability to handle the ball, or shoot. There could be different examples for each

What positions are allowed in the shooting d in netball?

Positions Goal Keeper GK Goal Defence GD Wing Defence WD Centre C Wing Attack WA Goal Attack GA Goal Shooting GS The goal shooter and the Goal attack are the positions that can shoot

How do i get a print out of a diagram netball court?

The center who won the toss stands in the center circle facing the way they are shooting and the other center can either cover the ball from 3ft away or mark another player but must stay in the center 3rd. The GA stands on the right of their attacking 3rd behind the line being marked by the oppositions GD. The WA stands on the left of their attacking 3rd behind the line marked by the oppositions WD. The GS stands in their attacking D being marked by the opposing sides GK. hope this helps in this is confusing use http://www.swindonschoolstaffnetball.co.uk/Swindon_Wiltshire_School_Staff_Netball_League/Basic_Rules_of_Netball.html

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What are some useful wing attack netball tips?

Wing AttackIt does help to be fast but WA needs to be smart. They need to know when to change things up (e.g a centre pass- not always running to the sam spot) and they need to be good at reading the shooting circle, know when the shooters want it and where. WA is a heaps fun position as it is actually the controller on the court not the centre, the centre is the fill in and follows the flow of the court, the WA creates the flow.

What do you do in netball?

well in netball you cnt really hog the ball, you aren't aloud to run, so i guess working as a team is benefisisiaal coz then if ou are caught holding the ball for more then three seconds then theother team get the ball

What qualifications do you need to become a professional netball player?

You need to work your way up the levels, so get into county team/nationals/regional etc. You will then be scouted to play professionally.

You need good stamina/fitness levels, team work, agility, skill, height, speed.

How do you handle the ball?

You can kick it, throw it, bounce it, hit it with a racquet or a bat, juggle it and do many other actions with it.

Why do you need Cardiovascular fitness in netball?

Muscular Endurance is how long the muscles can perform repeated contractions at, or near a maximum level for an extended period of time with becoming tired or fatigued.

In Netball you would need to have good muscular endurance in your leg muscles so that you would not become tired after running up and down the court for the duration of the Netball game (one hour).

What is the role of the coaches in netball?

The role of coach in a netball team is to create better players and teams. They are in charge of everything from establishing training and training times to keeping players up-to-date on any netball-related news or games in their area.

Do men play netball?

They can - I'm a boy of 13 and I do, because I found basketball too difficult and frustrating - but I don't find netball very easy either. The girls I play with are faster and more confident than me, and I end up getting teased a lot during the game. Like tennis, it's really a sport girls are better at than than boys when you're our age.

What is the offside rule of netball?

If you are playing in a certain position in netball and cross a third where you are not allowed to be, this is called off side and there is a penalty. This penalty is that the opposing team will be awarded to the ball and it is a turnover. To cross into another third that you are not allowed to be in is if your foot is over that line. Center can go over all thirds and she can only get off side if her foot or part of her body passes the goal circle marker. Wing Attack can only go in its two attacking third, this is the same for Goal Attack. Wing Defense and Goal Defense both are only allowed in the center and defensive third whilst Goal Keeper and Goal Shooter are only allowed in the defensive third for Goal Keeper and Goal Shooter can only go in its attacking third

What is the scorer's job in netball?

The role of a scorer, (or shooter) is to shoot the ball at a high percentage. The scorer is usually the best shooter on the team. The shooter (or shooting guard) usually has the most points per game.

How high is a net ball net?

standard height for a woman's regulation volleyball net, such as those used for high school or Olympic play is 2.24 meters or 7 feet 4 1/8 inches

for youth and seniors it is lower

and mens is around 8 fee

Where is Netball played a lot?

it can be played indoor or outdoor on a hard court

What forces are used in netball?

forces are used in volleyball when you are bending your knees to bump the ball, when you are setting the ball to a hitter(wings), when you are serving under hand, and serving over hand (spiking). There are forces in every sport in EVERTHING! Otherwise the world would be still!

What are the social benefits of playing netball?

The advantages to netball are your height. If your small you run heaps, but if you are tall you defend well. I play for a netball team and we have both tall and short players that work well.=Another good advantage are you runnners. if they are good runners you wnt get pain or strikes underneath your foot.==i hoped i helped you,=

How are football and netball similar?

In football and netball players have specific roles to play on the court or field (forward, Midfiel, defence or or in netball the goal Scorers - GA, GS the centre court players: WA, C and WA and the defence: GK and GD).

Players have a specific position when the game is started or restarted.

Players in both sports are coached to pass the ball in front the player so the player can run onto the ball and players are taught to receive and pass in one smooth, fast motion.

How much do you train per week in netball?

a person that plays netball at school would usually train for atleast two hours a week and a professional would train for atleast eighteen hours a week.

Is there a timekeeper in netball?

no but there is a time keeper in high five netball which is played in primary schools!

How tall is an adult netball post?

Under 9's= 8 feet high Under 11's= 9 feet high Regulation= 10 feet high

What is the proper height for a netball stand?

under 6 and 7 use a 2m pole. under 8 to 10 use the 2.5m pole. under 11 and up use a 3.05m ploe.