Washington DC Dragons Netball Club

Netball is a fast, exciting, true team sport which involves running, jumping, throwing and catching.

​

Netball is similar to basketball although the rules, equipment and team numbers are slightly different: no dribbling; no running with the ball; 7 players per team; ball must be passed in 3 seconds; ball and basket are slightly smaller; there is no backboard; players are designated to certain areas of the court. Netball also has similarities to European handball, korfball and Ultimate Frisbee.

​

Netball is played by over 20 million people in more than 70 countries. In 1995, Netball became a “recognized” Olympic sport and a strong push is underway for its inclusion in the Olympic Games Program.

​

Source: Netball America