As per the discussions at the September CDSSSA meeting, we will also be hosting County Schools Qualifier tournaments in the spring term for those who wish to enter. These tournaments will be hosted at Comberton Village College and more details will circulate closer to the time.

Mixed Netball Requirements:

• Each team may have a maximum of three (3) players whose Affirmed Gender is not female.
  
  

• Each team may have a maximum of one (1) player whose Affirmed Gender is

not female in each designated third (Goal Third, Centre Third, Defensive Third). For clarity, a player whose Affirmed Gender is not female may occupy 1 of the following positions in each third:

• Goal Third: Goal Shooter (GS) or Goal Attack (GA);

• Centre Third: Wing Attack (WA), Centre (C), or Wing Defence (WD); and

• Defensive Third: Goal Defence (GD) or Goal Keeper (GK).

• Competition rules may specify the minimum number of non-female identifying players on court per team is zero (0), one (1), or two (2)

FAQ’s

 Q: In Mixed netball does it matter what the gender identity is of the player I am marking?
A: No, there is no requirement for players to match up based on gender. Defending and marking follow the Rules of Netball.

Q: Can a team play without any non-female identifying players?
A: Teams are encouraged to play with a minimum of 2 non-female identifying players on court. However, competition rules may specify the minimum number of non-female identifying players on court per team is zero (0), one (1), or two (2) for example EMMNA National league specifies a minimum of 2 non-females identifying players on court at all times.

Q: Are there specific considerations for officiating Mixed Netball compared to women’s or men’s netball?

A: No, you would officiate the game in the same way.

Q: What steps should league organisers take to educate teams on Mixed Netball rules?

A: The only difference to single gender netball is the gender split on court. Ensure they are fully aware of the EN Gender Eligibility & Participation Policy and Guidance.

In Season Management

• Mixed netball rules are designed to promote fairness and reduce potential risks related to physical differences (e.g. strength and build). However, it’s important to recognise that such differences can exist regardless of gender. Effective game management and compliance with mixed netball rules should be factored into risk assessments.
  
  

• Clear communication of eligibility is an essential part of risk management. Participants should be fully informed about eligibility criteria and the category of play they are accessing. This transparency allows individuals to make informed decisions about their participation.

Sources: 

• https://help.centre.englandnetball.co.uk/wiki/spaces/EKC/pages/370802697/Gender%2BEligibility%2Band%2BParticipation%2BPolicy%2Band%2BDocuments?utm

• Gender Eligibility & Participation Policy Guidance 

• https://www.englandmmna.com/news