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What is the origin of netball, and when did it start?
 – كرة الشبكة، التي كانت تعرف في البداية بـ”كرة السلة للسيدات”، قدمت إلى أستراليا في وقت مبكر من عام 1897. ومع ذلك، تتفق معظم المصادر على أن اللعبة نشأت حول بداية القرن العشرين. الحكومة الأسترالية دعت إلى بطولة وطنية بين الولايات في عام 1928، وفازت بها ولاية فيكتوريا.

 

 
When did netball start in Saudi Arabia?
– تأسست اللجنة السعودية لكرة الشبكة في عام 2021م برعاية طموحات رؤية السعودية 2030، كخطوة استراتيجية نحو تحقيق الأهداف الرياضية.

 

Where is the headquarters of the Saudi Netball Federation?
Riyadh

 

Do we have a Saudi netball team?
Yes

 

Are there private netball courts in Saudi Arabia?
Yes

 

Is it a popular sport (does it have private fields)?
We hope it becomes a popular sport and is played in all neighborhoods

 

Are there stadiums only in Riyadh or in all regions of the Kingdom?
Currently only Riyadh

 

Is it a sport available to citizens only?
No, sports are available to citizens and various other nationalities

 

Is the Arabic language a requirement to join sports?
لا، الرياضة متاحة للمواطنين ومختلف الجنسيات الأخرى

 

How can we join the Saudi Netball Federation?
Through the website (Join us box)

 

What ages can play netball?
From 12 years to 50 years

 

When and where are the tryouts and training sessions held?
- In Riyadh, time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM, every Monday and Wednesday, at the primary school court – Al-Murooj neighborhood.

 

Is it a men's and women's sport?
- It is a women's sport.

 

How can we contact the Saudi Netball Federation?
- Through the website or official platforms (Twitter and Instagram) or via WhatsApp. Number: 0581106928

 

Is it a widespread sport in Saudi Arabia? How many players are on the court?
Yes, it is widespread in Saudi Arabia and all over the world
Each team has 7 players

 

What is the difference between netball and basketball?
- Netball:
 1. Played between two teams, each consisting of 7 players.
2. Players in netball are not allowed to dribble the ball.
3. Players in netball can only move within their designated positions on the court.
Basketball:
 1. Played between two teams, each consisting of 5 players.
2. Players in basketball are allowed to dribble the ball.
3. Players in basketball can move anywhere on the court.

 

Has Saudi Arabia won any netball championships?
 - First place in the Riyadh Championship 2023.
- Second place in the Dubai Championship 2024.

 

Are there netball championships in Saudi Arabia?
– المركز الأول في بطولة الرياض 2023.
– المركز الثاني في بطولة دبي 2024.

 

How many players are on a netball team?
- 7 players

 

What is the duration of matches and when are the intervals?
An international match lasts one hour.

 

How many officials are there?
2

 

What are the dimensions of a netball court?
 - Length: 30 meters.
- Width: 15 meters.

 

How are players' positions determined on the court?
According to the coach's plan and the player's level.

 

What are the common injuries in netball and how to prevent them?
 - Ankle injuries and finger injuries. They can be prevented by wearing proper sports attire and warming up before training.

 

What are the rules regarding netball officiating?
- International netball rules.

 

What mistakes can a player make and how can they be avoided?
 - Holding the ball for more than 3 seconds.
- Incorrect defense.
- Position switching.

- These mistakes can be avoided by adhering to training and the guidance provided by the coaches.

 

What exercises and drills can improve netball skills?
1-- Running.
2-Balance.
3-Quick decision-making.
4-Passing.
5-Shooting.
6-Defensive drills.
7-Offensive drills

We answer most of your questions

What is the origin of netball, and when did it start?
 – كرة الشبكة، التي كانت تعرف في البداية بـ”كرة السلة للسيدات”، قدمت إلى أستراليا في وقت مبكر من عام 1897. ومع ذلك، تتفق معظم المصادر على أن اللعبة نشأت حول بداية القرن العشرين. الحكومة الأسترالية دعت إلى بطولة وطنية بين الولايات في عام 1928، وفازت بها ولاية فيكتوريا.

 

 
When did netball start in Saudi Arabia?
– تأسست اللجنة السعودية لكرة الشبكة في عام 2021م برعاية طموحات رؤية السعودية 2030، كخطوة استراتيجية نحو تحقيق الأهداف الرياضية.

 

Where is the headquarters of the Saudi Netball Federation?
Riyadh

 

Do we have a Saudi netball team?
Yes

 

Are there private netball courts in Saudi Arabia?
Yes

 

Is it a popular sport (does it have private fields)?
We hope it becomes a popular sport and is played in all neighborhoods

 

Are there stadiums only in Riyadh or in all regions of the Kingdom?
Currently only Riyadh

 

Is it a sport available to citizens only?
No, sports are available to citizens and various other nationalities

 

Is the Arabic language a requirement to join sports?
لا، الرياضة متاحة للمواطنين ومختلف الجنسيات الأخرى

 

How can we join the Saudi Netball Federation?
Through the website (Join us box)

 

What ages can play netball?
From 12 years to 50 years

 

When and where are the tryouts and training sessions held?
- In Riyadh, time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM, every Monday and Wednesday, at the primary school court – Al-Murooj neighborhood.

 

Is it a men's and women's sport?
- It is a women's sport.

 

How can we contact the Saudi Netball Federation?
- Through the website or official platforms (Twitter and Instagram) or via WhatsApp. Number: 0581106928

 

Is it a widespread sport in Saudi Arabia? How many players are on the court?
Yes, it is widespread in Saudi Arabia and all over the world
Each team has 7 players

 

What is the difference between netball and basketball?
- Netball:
 1. Played between two teams, each consisting of 7 players.
2. Players in netball are not allowed to dribble the ball.
3. Players in netball can only move within their designated positions on the court.
Basketball:
 1. Played between two teams, each consisting of 5 players.
2. Players in basketball are allowed to dribble the ball.
3. Players in basketball can move anywhere on the court.

 

Has Saudi Arabia won any netball championships?
 - First place in the Riyadh Championship 2023.
- Second place in the Dubai Championship 2024.

 

Are there netball championships in Saudi Arabia?
– المركز الأول في بطولة الرياض 2023.
– المركز الثاني في بطولة دبي 2024.

 

How many players are on a netball team?
- 7 players

 

What is the duration of matches and when are the intervals?
An international match lasts one hour.

 

How many officials are there?
2

 

What are the dimensions of a netball court?
 - Length: 30 meters.
- Width: 15 meters.

 

How are players' positions determined on the court?
According to the coach's plan and the player's level.

 

What are the common injuries in netball and how to prevent them?
 - Ankle injuries and finger injuries. They can be prevented by wearing proper sports attire and warming up before training.

 

What are the rules regarding netball officiating?
- International netball rules.

 

What mistakes can a player make and how can they be avoided?
 - Holding the ball for more than 3 seconds.
- Incorrect defense.
- Position switching.

- These mistakes can be avoided by adhering to training and the guidance provided by the coaches.

 

What exercises and drills can improve netball skills?
1-- Running.
2-Balance.
3-Quick decision-making.
4-Passing.
5-Shooting.
6-Defensive drills.
7-Offensive drills