Netball+Rules


 * This is a good video showing court markings, positions (including where each position is allowed), rules and game play. ** **This is a very helpful video if netball is completely new to you! **


 * Below the video is a list of game rules **

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You are offside if any part of your body touches the ground in an area on the court where you cannot go.
 * Offside**

Once you have caught the ball you must pass it or shoot for a goal within 3 seconds.
 * Playing the ball**

Once you have landed holding the ball you must keep at least one foot on the ground. You are not allowed to step, jump up, drag your foot or dribble the ball.
 * Stepping**

The defending player must be at least 0.9 metres away from a player who has the ball.
 * Obstruction**

You are not allowed to physically contact an opponent if it stops that person from playing.
 * Contact**

The opponent must stand away from the thrower and where the umpire has indicated. A goal shooter or goal attack taking the penalty pass or shot in the goal circle may either pass the ball or shoot for the goal.
 * Penalty pass or shot**

When the ball goes out of the court, the throw in is taken by a member of the other team close to where the ball went out of the court. Stand up to the line and throw the ball within 3 seconds.
 * Throw in**