📏 Netball Court Size
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A netball court has standard dimensions and markings used in both recreational and professional play. The court is rectangular and divided into thirds, with a goal at each end.
📐 Court Dimensions
The official netball court size is:
• length: 30.5 metres
• width: 15.25 metres
The court is split into three equal sections called thirds.
Goal Post Height
• height: 3.05 metres (10 feet)
• no backboard behind the ring
The goal ring is attached to a post at each end of the court.
📍 Court Layout
The netball court includes several important markings:
• centre circle (for starting play)
• two goal circles (shooting areas)
• third lines dividing the court
These markings control where players can move.
🎯 Shooting Circle
• semi-circle at each end
• only Goal Shooter (GS) and Goal Attack (GA) can shoot
• players must be inside this area to score
🔄 Court Thirds
The court is divided into:
• defensive third
• centre third
• attacking third
Each position is restricted to specific thirds.
⚡ Why Court Size Matters
The size of the netball court affects:
• player positioning
• passing strategies
• team structure
Understanding the court layout helps players move effectively and follow position rules.
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