Before your match

• Make sure the person in charge of Team Bibs has these ready – get bibbed up
• Find the Team Organiser (or a player) from your opposing Team find out what colour bibs each team should wear to avoid colour clash PLUS decide which team has the first centre (toss of coin/rock paper scissors) inform an Umpire
• Each team should pay an Umpire £10 fee cash asap
• Tell the Umpire who are your Ringers – they will take their name + Player Rating

After your match

• Give 3 cheers to your opposing team + thank the Umpire
• Make sure you have paid your Umpire Fee £10 cash
• Remember to collect your bibs
• Make sure you take your personal belongings/water bottle

Fingernails

It is the responsibility of ALL PLAYERS to make sure that nails are “MATCH READY” before taking to the court. Your fingernails should ideally be around 1mm long, and not visible over your fingertips. Turn your hand towards your face, if you can see fingernail above the finger tip – you need to file down and make sure they are smooth. There are nail clippers + files in the side pocket of the Umpire Kit Bag. You will not be able to take to the court until your nails are safe.

Gloves

We do allow players to play in suitable gloves – These should have no sharp edges, buckles or edges that could cause another player injury. If the Umpire deems them not suitable – you will not be able to play in them.

Jewellery

No jewellery is permitted – it needs to be removed OR effectively “Taped Up” you must supply your own tape. Piercings must also be removed for your own safety.

Fitness Watches/Wearables

Fitbits/Wearables if worn will need to be fully covered by a sweat band.

Our Code of Conduct exists to ensure that all games of netball at Netball Fun League are played in a manner consistent with the ethos of fair play, integrity, sportsmanship and honesty. All players registered in a Netball Fun League team require need to fully understand and agree to abide by the Code of Conduct.

Should anyone consistently be in breach of any part of it, Netball Fun League reserves the right to discipline that player via a warning, sanction or expulsion.

As a Player I will:
1. Understand and play within the rules of the game
2. Treat all netball players and umpires with respect and dignity regardless of abilities, gender or race
3. Control my temper and understand that verbal, emotional and physical abuse of any netball player, umpire or spectator is not acceptable or permitted behaviour
4. Display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat; be sporting – whether I win or lose; always acknowledge the other team and the umpires at the end of the game with a handshake (when no covid-19 restictions) or three cheers
5. Recognise the achievements of others and applaud their successes
6. Recognise and respect that individuals bring different qualities and attributes but “together we will excel and enjoy our netball”
7. Respect the umpire’s decision as final
8. Promote this code of conduct to my team mates

As a Player I will not:
1. Use any offensive or inappropriate language (or gesture) aimed at either myself, my team mates, umpires or spectators
2. Argue with a fellow netball player or umpire during (or after) a match and listen to and cooperate with umpires’ decisions (If you require clarification of a rule then you could talk to an umpire during a break)
3. Consume alcoholic drinks, smoke/vape or ingest illegal substances before or during a netball match
4. Make comments deemed inappropriate about a fellow netballer, umpire, spectator; including comments on any social media platform

Spectator Code:
1. Respect the abilities of all netball players and teams. All comments should be positive and supportive but not expressed in a way that could be perceived to be detrimental to any individual or teams’ performance
2. Respect any umpire’s decision as final. Spectators will not engage in any conversation with a netball umpire over decisions made

Step 1:

Log into your “Personal Player Profile” you can do this by clicking this link here: https://tinyurl.com/wpru2hp4 then click this link https://tinyurl.com/2mdrmkf9 this is the ” Registration Page” and shows the current leagues available to register a team for. Select your league and click the green button to pay the Team Registration Fee.

Please Note:

Step 2:

• Make sure your Players have created their Personal Player Profile – share this link with them https://tinyurl.com/wpru2hp4
• Follow up with an email to Charlotte Click Here to launch your email to inform her of your wish to enter a brand new team
• We will arrange a friendly match for your team so we can get a sense of your standard and make sure the team is suitable for the division/league
• To add people to your Team you and your Players should follow the instructions – click this link: https://tinyurl.com/5n6dmbyt

You cannot Ring! This is the process to follow…

How It Works

• Join your team online before your first match.
• During your first match, simply ask one of the umpires to assess you.
• The umpire will send your Provisional Rating to Head Office (they will not tell you your rating on the day — so please don’t ask! ).
• Ratings are processed every Friday if you haven’t received your rating by the following Friday, please get in touch with Head Office via Contact Us Page – click here
• Once your rating is confirmed, you’ll receive a WhatsApp message and your Player Profile will be updated automatically — and then you’ll be free to ring (in line with our Ringers Rule based on your rating – read about this – click here)

You do this by logging into your Personal Player Profile, when logged in it is shown. Click this link: https://tinyurl.com/4ch5bn4h

You can ring in a Division equal to, or above your Personal Player Rating. Click the button below for a guide. Note: As per our Terms & Conditions
 2.7  If a team fields an illegal ringer then they will be deducted 5 points from their league table, and the team they were playing against for that fixture will be awarded 5 points!

All queries/questions – click this link https://tinyurl.com/ydeaz8fb to fill in our contact form.

When do registrations open?

Registrations for the new season open on Late August. Existing teams are given priority during the initial registration period before any remaining places are released to new teams.

When do registrations close?

Registrations remain open until the advertised closing date or until a league reaches capacity. We always recommend registering as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Will there be space for new teams?

We always try to accommodate new teams wherever possible. Some leagues fill very quickly, while others have more availability. Registering early gives you the best chance of securing your preferred playing night and division.

Can my team move to a different league or playing night?

Yes. During registration you can register for any league your team prefers, as long as your team make up criteria fits that league.

How are promotions and relegations decided?

League movements are based on final league positions, overall team strength, current player ratings, league sizes, teams joining or leaving the league, and creating balanced and competitive divisions. Winning a division doesn’t always guarantee promotion, and finishing near the bottom doesn’t always mean relegation.

Our players have been re-rated. Which division should we register in?

Your team’s division should reflect the overall standard of your current squad, taking into account your players’ latest NFL ratings. If you’re unsure which division is most appropriate, please contact us by clicking this link: https://bitl.to/5x5Z before registering and we’ll be happy to advise.

We don’t have enough players yet. Should we wait before registering?

No. We strongly recommend registering your team first to secure your place in the league. You can continue recruiting additional players before the season starts.

Can Netball Fun League help us find players?

Absolutely! We can promote your team on our social media channels and you can add your team to our live ‘Teams Looking for Players’ section on our website click this link: https://tinyurl.com/ye6bu37v many teams successfully recruit players between registration and the start of the season.

We’re losing players and aren’t sure we’ll have enough. Should we still register?

Yes. Almost every team changes from season to season. Registering secures your place while you continue recruiting. We’d much rather help you build your squad than see you lose your place altogether.

Can we add players after we’ve registered?

Yes. Your squad doesn’t have to be complete when you register. New players can be added before and throughout the season, subject to the normal player registration and team make up criteria rules. Click this link https://tinyurl.com/mry4arcj to learn more.

Can we change our playing day after we’ve registered?

Possibly. If you need to move to a different league after registering, please contact us as soon as possible contact us by clicking this link: https://bitl.to/5x5Z. We’ll always try to accommodate your request, but this will depend on availability.

Can we withdraw if we change our minds?

By registering, your team is committing to the upcoming season in accordance with the Netball Fun League Terms & Conditions. If you’re unsure about registering, please contact us by clicking this link: https://bitl.to/5x5Z before completing your registration.

Can we merge with another team?

Yes, in many cases. If two teams would like to combine into one squad, please contact us by clicking this link: https://bitl.to/5x5Z before registering so we can advise on the best way to manage the registration.

How many players should we register?

You can have up to 10 players registered to your team, as long as they all fit the team makeup criteria. Click this link https://tinyurl.com/mry4arcj to learn more, having a larger squad helps cover holidays, injuries and other absences throughout the season.

What if our captain/team organiser changes before the season starts?

That’s absolutely fine. Just let us know as soon as possible by clicking this link: https://bitl.to/5x5Z so we can update our records and ensure all league communications are sent to the correct person.

What if we need a ringer for our first match?

That’s not a problem. As with all matches, any ringer must meet the current Netball Fun League Player Rating Rules for your division.

What happens if my preferred league is full?

We’ll always discuss the available options with you. This may include another division, a different venue, a different playing night, or joining a waiting list if appropriate.

When will fixtures be released?

Fixtures are usually published the week before the season starts, once registrations have closed and league structures have been finalised.

Why can’t you confirm my venue before I register?

Many of our leagues operate as Multi Venue Leagues (MVLs). Final venue allocations depend on the number of teams registered, league sizes, creating balanced divisions and venue availability. Wherever possible, we aim to keep each division at a single venue, but this cannot always be guaranteed.

How do you decide who moves up or down?

Our aim is to create competitive, enjoyable leagues for everyone. While league position is an important factor, we also consider team strength, player ratings, league sizes, teams joining or leaving and overall league balance.

When will the Netball Fun League Smartphone App be available?

The new Netball Fun League App will be launching for the new season after more than a year of development. The app will make managing your team easier than ever, including finding ringers, viewing fixtures, accessing league information and much more. We’ll share full details before the new season begins. Note: (Prefer the website? No problem! You’ll still be able to log into your player profile via the website as usual to manage your profile, team and payments).

Still have a question?

If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, we’re always happy to help. Please contact us by clicking this link: https://bitl.to/5x5Z