What are the World Netball rules of netball?

The World Netball Rules of Netball are written for International play and all World Netball Events (Netball World Cup, Netball World Youth Cup, Commonwealth Games, Fast5 NWS) are now played in indoor arenas on sprung wooden floors. Variations in some Rules may be made locally for players of different levels or to meet other conditions.

Who invented the game of netball?

Canadian sports coach, Professor James Naismith invented the game of basketball in 1891 and by 1895 the game of Netball, an adaptation based on the concept of basketball, had evolved.
2008 saw the launch of Fast Net World Netball Series, a shorter, sharper version of the game which in 2012 evolved into Fast5, attracting new audiences around the globe. 2012 also saw the sports governing body unveil a new logo and renamed itself as the International Netball Federation (INF).
What is Netball America?
Netball America is the leader in bringing Netball to the USA. 20 million play around the globe so we are focused on showing how Netball creates an exciting atmosphere of participation and supports individual progress, team unity, good health and education of youth. It is a true team sport that is great for boys, girls, men and women of all ages.

How long does it take to score a goal in netball?
During general play, a player with the ball can hold on to it for only three seconds before shooting for a goal or passing to another player. The winning team is the one that scores the most goals. Netball games are 60 minutes long. Variations have been developed to increase the game's pace and appeal to a wider audience.

Can the rules of Fast5 netball be modified?

Variations in some Rules may be made locally for players of different levels or to meet other conditions. Contact your national netball association for guidance on facilities and equipment in your country. For Fast5 he court is modified with additional shooting areas that are described in the INF Rules of Fast5 Netball.

Why did netball change its name from basketball in Australia?

During the 1950s and 1960s, a movement arose to change the Australian name of the game from women's basketball to netball in order to avoid confusion between the two sports. The Australian Basketball Union offered to pay the costs involved to alter the name, but the netball organisation rejected the change.