Each participating school must have at least one representative on the ESCPSNA Committee. The Committee meets a minimum of twice per season at a mutually convenient location.

Executive Committee (these members should be from different schools if possible)

• President

• Vice President

• Secretary

• Treasurer

• Judiciary

Other Office Bearers of the Committee

• Public Officer

• Umpire Coordinator (Non-Voluntary Role)

When resolutions or matters requiring support are raised at Committee meetings, each school is entitled to one vote, regardless of the number of representatives present.

Umpires are recruited and trained by the Umpire Coordinator.

All umpires must attend a pre-season training session prior to the competition start — including one session for Regular Rules and one for Modified Netball.

• Each game is officiated by two umpires.

• Umpires are paid a standard game rate, with an additional allowance for those assisting with pre-match setup.

• Umpires are independent and not affiliated with any team. They officiate without bias.

Player, Coach & Spectator Conduct

• Umpire decisions must not be questioned during play.

• Only the coach may approach an umpire during breaks, and only in a respectful manner.

• Positive sideline coaching is encouraged but limited to the coach only.

• Coaches must remain off the baselines and move if obstructing umpires.

• Spectators should remain supportive but not overly vocal, as umpires need to be heard.

• Teams are organised by school grade: Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, and Year 6 (Opens).

• Only the Opens division plays finals.

• Teams must have a minimum of 7 players.

• Each player may register for only one team.

• All players must be current students of the school they represent.

• Each school may register up to two teams per age group, with a possible third team subject to Executive approval.

Combined Teams

If a school has extra players, they may form a combined team with another school. The combined team will be registered under the school with the most players.

Team Sheets & Registration

• Coaches/managers must list each player’s first and last name on the score sheet and sign to confirm registration.

• Unregistered players are not permitted to play, except when “playing up or across” under approved rules.

• Teams may begin with a minimum of 5 players. A 2-minute grace period is allowed to source additional players before a forfeit is declared.

Opens Division

• Each player must sign next to their name before each game.

• The coach must sign to confirm player eligibility.

Boys Participation

• Up to three boys may be registered per team.

• Only two boys may be on court at any time, and they must play in different thirds (attack, centre, defence).

• Invalid combinations include:

  • C/WA, C/WD, WA/WD, GS/GA, GK/GD.

• Players may play up a grade, but not down.

  (e.g. Year 4s may play in Year 5, but not Year 3.)

• Players may play across in the same year group (except in Opens).

• A team may use up to three registered players from the grade below.

• A player may play a maximum of two games per day.

The Opens year is an exciting and competitive phase for players.

• Weeks 1–5: Random draw.

• After Week 5: Points and goal totals determine ranking.

• Teams are then placed in Division 1 or Division 2 to ensure fair competition.

• Week 6 onwards: Divisional competition begins.

• Both divisions compete for trophies.

• 2025 Registration Fee: $200 per player.

• Active Kids Vouchers are not accepted.

• Fees are set annually by the Committee based on running costs.

• All games are played at Waverley Park Netball Courts, Birrell Street, Waverley.

• The season spans Terms 2 and 3, with no play during school holidays or long weekends.

• Games are held Saturdays, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm.

• Game duration is confirmed each season once the draw is released.

• No jewellery (including studs, earrings, watches, or bracelets). Taping is not permitted.

• Hair must be tied back.

• Short fingernails required — coaches should carry nail clippers.

• Only soft-brimmed hats may be worn.

• Pole pads are mandatory.

• Each team is encouraged to bring:

  • First Aid kit

  • Ball pump

  • Sunscreen

  • Nail clippers

  • Team bibs

Each school is rostered for table duty during the season.

Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing court area cleanliness during and after games.

• Managing the BBQ and marquee.

• Providing ice for first aid

ESCPSNA provides:

• 3 × 6 m marquee

• BBQ

• Four trestle tables

• Large Gatorade ice chest

Schools must provide any additional supplies.

An Executive Committee member meets the duty school at 7:10 am for setup.

The Control Room is reserved for Umpires and Committee.

It includes:

• Score and rotation sheets

• First Aid supplies (zip-lock bags for ice)

• Season draws

• Nail clippers

ESCPSNA follows the Official Rules of Netball (Netball Australia).

Each school should own a copy of the current Rule Book.

• Years 4–6 (Opens): Standard rules apply.

• Years 2–3: Modified NetSetGO rules apply.

Modified NetSetGO Rules (Years 2–3):

• Size 4 ball

• 5-second holding time

• 1.2 m (4 ft) defence distance

• One-to-one defence

• Shuffling for balance allowed

• Alternate centre passes

• Coaches and parents must remain off court

Year 2:

• Games are not scored.

• Rotation sheets must be completed each game.

• All players must have the opportunity to play every position throughout the season.

• The focus is on learning, fun, and teamwork — not results.

• Updates will be posted on the ESCPSNA website homepage if games are cancelled due to unsafe courts.

• Cancellations occur in blocks of two games.

• If a match is cancelled after half-time, the score stands.

• Opens matches stopped before half-time may be rescheduled.

• All players receive a trophy or medal.

• Scores and finals apply only to the Opens Division.

• In the event of a tied Grand Final, extra time will be played.

• The ESCPSNA Cup is awarded to the Opens winner and displayed at the winning school for the following year.

• All complaints must be written on the back of the score sheet, including the complainant’s name, school, and contact details.

• The Judiciary Member and Executive Committee will review and respond appropriately.