Netball

What is netball?

Netball is an exciting, fast and skillful game of fair contest. It is a game in which two teams of seven players each strive to keep or gain possession of the ball. The team with the ball, through running, jumping, throwing and catching, attempts to move the ball into its goal circle from where a goal may be scored, while the opposing team uses defensive movements and strategies to prevent this and to gain possession. The team with the greater number of goals is the winner of the match. players have specified areas in which they can move. Play restarts after each goal with teams having alternate possession. The rules are based on the core values of equal opportunity, fair play and respect for an opponent’s skill and safety.

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