Netball is played indoors and outdoors in all kinds of different environments around the world. Contact you local Netball Association for guidance on facilities in your country. IFNA has produced some specifications for Netball Facilities that are used for international test matches or national competitions. All World Championships are now played in indoor arenas on spring wooden floors.
INDOOR NETBALL FACILITY REQUIREMENTS
| Performance Area |
International |
National |
| Length |
30.5 m |
30.5 m |
| Width |
15.25 m |
15.25 m |
Clear space
At ends
At sides |
3.05 m run-off
3.05 m run-off
|
3.05 m run-off
3.05 m run-off |
| For officials and teams |
Separate bench area clear of spectators. To be at the side of the court at least 3.05 m from court edge |
Separate bench area clear of spectators. To be at the side of the court at least 3.05 m from court edge |
| Minimum clear ceiling height |
8.3 m |
8.3 m |
| Overall competition area |
2 courts plus warm up areas |
2 courts plus warm up areas |
| Number of competition areas |
Minimum 2 courts |
Minimum 2 courts |
| Lighting level (LUX) |
1500 (TV) |
1500 (TV) |
| Seating capacity |
3000 - 10000 |
1500 - 5000 |
Surface colours
Floors
Walls
Ceiling
Line markings |
Natural light timber
Darker colour
Light colour
White |
Natural light timber
Darker colour
Light colour
White |
NETBALL COURT DIMENSIONS
GOALPOSTS
| |
International |
National |
| Height |
3.05 m |
3.05 m |
| Diameter |
65 mm |
65 mm |
| Goal Post Padding |
50 mm |
50 mm |
| Nets and Rings |
White |
White |
| Sleeve |
25 cm |
25 cm |
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