15/10/2026
📣 Following the success of our 3 v 3 mini game last Saturday, where we showcased how this exciting format works, we are pleased to announce that WNA will be hosting a 3 v 3 Mini Tournament on Saturday 31 October 2026.
We are looking forward to bringing everyone together for a fun, fast-paced and exciting day of netball!
Tournament Details:
* Date: Saturday, 31 October
* Venue: Sportlink
* Time Commencement: 9am
* Game format: 3 v 3 netball
* Game duration: 7 minutes per game, with a 5-minute break between games
* Team registration fee: $50 per team
* Registration deadline: Monday, 26 October
* Team size: A maximum of 6 players per team
Competition Divisions:
The tournament will feature five divisions:
* Female Under 16
* Female Under 19
* Female Open
* Mixed Under 18
* Mixed Open
We encourage clubs, teams and individual players to get involved and take advantage of this opportunity to experience a different style of netball.
Understanding the 3 v 3 Format:
The 3 v 3 format is a faster-paced version of traditional netball, with three players on court per team. One of the key differences is that players can score different point values depending on their position and shooting distance.
Positions and Movement:
Each team has three players on court:
* Centre (C): Can move anywhere except inside the goal circle and can shoot for 3 points.
* Wing (W): Can move anywhere except inside the goal circle and can shoot for 2 or 3 points.
* Goal (G): Can move anywhere on the court, including inside the goal circle, and can shoot for 1, 2 or 3 points.
Scoring System:
* 1 point: Close-range shot, available to the Goal player.
* 2 points: Mid-range shot (Super Shot).
* 3 points: Long-range shot (Triple Shot).
Basic Rules:
* Players have 5 seconds to pass the ball.
* Normal netball footwork rules apply; players cannot step with the ball.
* Defenders must remain at least 90 cm away from the player in possession.
* Excessive contact and unfair physical play are not permitted.
* Players must remain within their permitted playing areas.
* Any infringement results in a free pass to the opposing team.
Starting and Restarting Play:
* Rock, Paper, Scissors determines which team starts with possession.
* The Centre starts behind the transverse line and calls “GO” to commence play.
* Following a goal, the opposing team restarts play from the transverse line.
* After an intercept, rebound or defensive penalty, the ball must be taken back behind the transverse line before the team can attack again.
Game Format and Substitutions:
* Three players per team on court at any time.
* Up to three substitutes per team.
* Unlimited rolling substitutions are permitted from the team's designated reset corner.
* Games are played without half-time.
Please note that the game duration and break times listed in the tournament details above will apply to this event. The rules and format outlined here are intended to help teams familiarise themselves with the 3 v 3 style of play.
How to Register Your Team:
Team registrations are now open via Netball Connect. The registration fee is $50 per team, and all registrations must be completed by Monday, 26 October.
Register your team:�https://registration.netballconnect.com/userRegistration?organisationId=36d1cfa5-5d9a-4e55-b215-9a8fd76961ce&competitionId=19edf620-f6ea-4fbb-8e13-6a28d762a79a
