Indoor Sports Rules

Indoor Netball Rules

Game Structure

• Duration: Two halves of 15 minutes each.
• Halftime: 3 minutes.

Teams

• Players: Each team consists of 7 players on the court. A team must have at least 4 players to start the game.
• Mixed Teams: A maximum of 3 males are allowed on the court, and they must be positioned across different thirds.
• Substitutions: Substitutions can only be made at halftime, except in cases of injury. Injured players must leave the court before a substitute can enter.

Scoring

• Goals: A goal is scored when a player within the shooting circle successfully shoots the ball through the opponent’s hoop.

Game Play

• Starting the Game: The game begins with a centre pass from the centre circle.
• Out of Bounds: If the ball leaves the designated playing area, the opposing team restarts play with a throw-in from the point where it went out.
• Movement: Players cannot run with the ball and must pass or shoot within 3 seconds of receiving it.
• Stepping: Players may not take more than 1.5 steps while in possession of the ball.
• Footwork: Upon catching a pass, at least one foot must be grounded before passing or shooting.
• Passing: The ball cannot be thrown over more than two-thirds of the court without touching another player.

Player Positions & Court Areas

Each player has a designated position with restricted movement areas:

• Goal Shooter (GS): Attacking shooting circle only.
• Goal Attack (GA): Attacking shooting circle, attacking third, and centre third.
• Wing Attack (WA): Attacking third and centre third, but not the shooting circle.
• Centre (C): All thirds, except shooting circles.
• Wing Defence (WD): Centre third and defensive third, but not the shooting circle.
• Goal Defence (GD): Defensive shooting circle, defensive third, and centre third.
• Goalkeeper (GK): Defensive third and shooting circle.

Fouls & Free Passes

• Contact & Obstruction: Players must not make contact with opponents or obstruct their path. Violations result in a free pass to the opposing team.
• Free Pass: Awarded for minor infringements. The player must pass within 3 seconds.
• Penalty Pass: Awarded for serious infringements, such as contact in the shooting circle. Defenders must stand at least 1 metre away.

Timeouts

• No timeouts. The game will only stop in the event of an injury.

Officials

• At least one umpire will enforce the rules, manage the game flow, and resolve disputes.

Conduct

• Players must uphold sportsmanship. Unsportsmanlike behaviour may result in warnings or suspensions.

Finals Eligibility

• Players must have their name, email address, and phone number registered in Spawtz.
• To qualify for finals, players must have participated in at least 3 games in the current competition.

Competition Points

• Win: 3 points
• Draw: 1 point
• Loss: 0 points
• Forfeit (win): 3 points
• Forfeit (loss): 0 points
• Forfeit (less than 24 hours notice): -1 point

Game Fees

• Teams must pay game fees before the start of each match.
• Teams must pay the game fee if forfeiting within 24 hours’ notice.

Indoor Basketball Rules

Game Structure

• Duration: Two halves of 15 minutes each.
• Halftime: 3 minutes.

Teams

• Players: Each team has 5 players on the court, with unlimited substitutions. A team must have at least 4 players to start the game.
• Mixed Teams: A mixed team must have at least 2 women on the court at all times.
• Substitutions: Can be made at any stoppage in play. Players must enter and exit at the designated substitution area.

Scoring

• Field Goals:
  • Inside the three-point line: 2 points.
  • Beyond the three-point line: 3 points.
• Free Throws: Each successful free throw is worth 1 point.

Game Play

• Starting the Game: The game begins with a jump ball at centre court.
• Dribbling: Players must dribble while moving. Once a player stops dribbling, they cannot resume dribbling until another player has touched the ball.

Fouls

• Personal Fouls: A player is disqualified after 5 personal fouls.
• Team Fouls: Once a team reaches 5 fouls in a half, the opposing team is awarded 2 free throws for each additional foul.
• Technical Fouls: Result in 2 free throws for the opposing team. Players can receive a technical foul for unsportsmanlike behaviour.

Violations

• Travelling: More than two steps without dribbling results in a turnover.
• Double Dribble: Dribbling, stopping, and then dribbling again is not allowed.
• Three-Second Violation: Offensive players cannot remain in the key (paint area) for more than 3 seconds while their team is in possession.

Timeouts

• No timeouts. The game will stop only for injuries.

Officials

• One referee enforces the rules, manages gameplay, and settles disputes. The referee’s decision is final.

Conduct

• Players and coaches must uphold sportsmanship. Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in a technical foul or ejection.

Finals Eligibility

• Players must have their name, email, and phone number registered in Spawtz.
• To qualify for finals, players must have participated in at least 3 games in the current competition.

Competition Points

• Win: 3 points
• Draw: 1 point
• Loss: 0 points
• Forfeit (win): 3 points
• Forfeit (loss): 0 points
• Forfeit (less than 24 hours’ notice): -1 point

Game Fees

• Teams must pay game fees before each match.
• Teams must pay the game fee if forfeiting within 24 hours’ notice.

Indoor Pickleball Rules

Game Structure

• Winning Condition: The first team to reach 11 points wins, provided they lead by at least 2 points.
• Time Limit: Maximum game duration is 30 minutes. If time expires, the team with the highest score wins.

Teams

• Players: Games are played as singles (1 vs 1) or doubles (2 vs 2).

Scoring

• Points: Only the serving team can score. A point is awarded if the opposing team fails to return the ball or commits a fault.
• Winning the Game: The first team to reach 11 points wins, with a minimum 2-point lead.

Game Play

• Serving:
  • Must be underhand and behind the baseline.
  • The serve must clear the non-volley zone (“kitchen”).
• Double Bounce Rule:
  • The receiving team must let the serve bounce once before returning.
  • The serving team must also let the return bounce before playing the ball.
• Non-Volley Zone (Kitchen):
  • Players cannot volley (hit the ball before it bounces) while standing in the non-volley zone (7 feet from the net on either side).

Faults

• Serving Faults:
  • The serve does not clear the net.
  • The serve lands outside the designated service court.
• Play Faults:
  • The ball is hit into the net.
  • The ball is hit out of bounds.
  • A player volleys the ball while standing in the non-volley zone.

Line Calls

• Players are responsible for making line calls on their side of the court.
• Disputed calls must be resolved by mutual agreement. If no agreement is reached, the point is replayed.

Conduct

• Players must uphold sportsmanship. Unsportsmanlike behaviour may result in a warning or ejection.

Competition Points

• Win: 3 points
• Draw: 1 point
• Loss: 0 points
• Forfeit (win): 3 points
• Forfeit (loss): 0 points
• Forfeit (less than 24 hours’ notice): -1 point

Game Fees

• Teams must pay game fees before each match.
• Teams must pay the game fee if forfeiting within 24 hours’ notice.