FAQ

Here at Netball Queensland we try our best to help you find the answers you are looking for.

If the following answers can't help you out please contact us on (07) 3848 6330 or email: info@netballq.org.au.


How high is a regulation hoop (for Net Set Go as well)?

The Regulation height for the goal post in Netball is 10 feet / 3 metres. The ring on the hoop where the ball passes through should have an internal diameter of 15 inches/ 380 millimeters.

For Net Set GO! the goal post is smaller measuring 8 feet/ 2.4 metres. The ring of the goal post is the same size as a standard goal post.


Are there any Netball clinics that my child can attend?

In 2008 the Queensland Firebirds teamed up with major sponsor ANZ and conducted Netball clinics throughout Brisbane.

So far the Firebirds have travelled to Mt Gravatt, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Cairns, Mackay and Toowoomba. 

Each clinic runs for three hours and gives the chance for young upcoming netballers to get valuable tips from Queensland’s best. 

To keep up to date with clinics send your name and email address to info@netballq.org.au to receive our weekly newsletter.


My daughter is interested in playing Netball how do I go about getting her started?

For young girls who are interested to start Netball for the first time there is the Net Set Go program. 

It is for young girls between the ages of 5 and 10, and is designed for teaching the basics of Netball whilst also encompassing the elements of fun and friendship that Netball embodies. 

Net Set Go is run at many associations around Queensland. 

To read more click here.


How can I find out about my closest association and the competitions they run?

You can contact your nearest association by clicking on ‘Associations’ in the left menu item of this website.


I would like to play social Netball in the off season where can I play?

Netball Queensland does not have listings of social competitions over Queensland. 

However many associations run off season competitions usually held during the night. 

The State Netball Centre at Mt Gravatt also runs a social competition throughout the year.


Where do I find the draws, ladders and results from the State League competitions?

The Holden Astra Cup, Ergon Energy Championship and Cadbury Schweppes Challenge results are regularly updated on the Netball Queensland website. 

This information can be found under ‘competitions’ and you can look up the results and ladders, which are updated week to week.


How do I find out more about the Queensland Firebirds?

You can read all about the Queensland Firebirds by visiting www.firebirds.net.au.