Association Overview
[Japan Student Netball Association Founding Prospectus]
We propose to establish the Japan Student Netball Association with the aim of promoting the growth and exchange of students in Japan through the sport of netball and spreading diversity in sports culture.
1. Purpose Netball is enjoyed in over 80 countries around the world, and is particularly popular in Commonwealth countries. However, in Japan, its recognition and popularity are still low, and penetration among students in particular is an issue. On the other hand, netball is a sport that emphasizes teamwork, strategy, and fair play, and is considered to have great educational value. We believe that by spreading this sport among students, we can achieve the following goals:
(1) Providing educational value Netball is a sport that develops not only physical skills but also communication and problem-solving abilities, providing students with opportunities to learn and grow through it.
(2) Promoting international exchange: Netball is widely played internationally, providing students with an opportunity to interact with peers from overseas and fostering an international perspective.
(3) Expanding diversity in sports culture: Netball will provide new options to Japan's sports culture and promote diversity. In addition, because netball can be played by people of all ages and both men and women, it will also contribute to increasing sports participation rates.
2. Purpose of Establishment The Japan Student Netball Association aims to develop student netball in Japan through the following activities:
(1) Launching student teams and providing support and feedback. (2) Planning and running student netball tournaments and joint training sessions. (3) Conducting coaching clinics and workshops. (4) Supporting participation in international competitions. (5) Providing physical education classes for the general public and elementary, junior high and high schools.
Promoting netball as an extracurricular activity (visiting schools, holding trial sessions, etc.)
3. Request for establishment The understanding and cooperation of many people is essential to the establishment and realization of the activities of this association. We would like to work together with people who share our vision of supporting the growth of students through netball and creating a new sports culture. We would appreciate your approval and support in establishing the Japan Student Netball Association.
February 4, 2025
Japan Student Netball Association
All the promoters
Yoshiaki Iida, Saya Ichikawa, Akio Omori, Gakushi Kajita, Kiwamu Kotani, Takayoshi Kondo
Hajime Shinohara, Tatsuya Senga, Yuji Tamura, Takeshi Nomura, Reina Hamada, Eisuke Hinokawa
Ikuma Murase, Hikari Yomiya, Sho Nagaoka, Haruka Matsunami, Morito Nobutoki, Naoki Kasuya
Ayaka Oshima, Naoya Oshima, Keigo Ohno
What is Netball?
Netball is a sport similar to basketball that is popular all over the world, mainly among women. It may not be very well known in Japan, but it is one of the most popular sports in the world.
History of Netball
Netball was born in the UK in 1891, after the American sport of basketball was developed and adapted to its rules. It initially spread as "women's basketball" and was particularly popular at women's educational institutions. An international tournament was held in 1910, and the game has now grown into a sport played in countries around the world. A strong competitive culture is particularly well-established in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and South Africa, where world championships are held every year.
Netball began to become popular in Japan in the 1990s, and the Japanese netball team has achieved some success at the Asian Games. However, awareness of the sport as a sport is still limited, and efforts to promote it are ongoing.
Currently, netball is played in some schools and clubs, and many netball lovers are gathering in Aichi Prefecture, with efforts underway to expand the number of people playing the sport.
Netball's sporting characteristics
While netball has elements similar to basketball, it also has some unique characteristics. The biggest difference is that players are only allowed to stand in certain areas. This makes tactics and team play important, with great emphasis placed on passing the ball and cooperation between players. Netball is characterized by its speedy and dynamic transitions between offense and defense, and its captivating play keeps spectators engaged.
Netball rules
Netball is a seven-a-side team sport played on a court that is 2m longer than a basketball court and divided into three quarters. A game is played in four quarters, each of which usually has a playing time of 15 minutes. Some of the distinctive rules of netball are:
Positions and Restricted Areas
There are seven positions (GS: Goal Shooter, GA: Goal Attack, C: Center, GK: Goalkeeper, GD: Goal Defense, WD: Wing Defense, WA: Wing Attack), and each player plays in a specific area (see diagram below).Ball possession limit: A player with the ball must pass or shoot within three seconds. Dribbling is also prohibited.
Shooting from the goal The goal has no backboard and consists only of a net and a ring, and a point is scored when the ball goes into the ring. Shooting is only allowed from within the goal circle.
Infringement and Penalties If a player makes illegal contact with an opponent or violates a rule, an infringement is declared, after which the opposing team is given a free pass or a penalty pass. Please refer to the diagram below for the main infringements.
For more information, please visit the Japan Netball Association website .
