Hi all! Today’s instalment explores both the rules and history of the popular sport, Netball. I’m sure most of you have heard of the sport, if not then this is a great place to begin. Let’s start with some context. Netball originated in America, and was evolved in 1892 from the early version of Basketball. The first World Championship was held in Eastbourne, England 1963. Moreover, it was first played in the Commonwealth Games in 1990, in Auckland. Netball was developed, at first, as a game predominately played by women and girls. However, its position has evolved enormously, and is played by boys, girls, women and men, all around the world. Unfortunately, although the sport is incredibly popular it is still not a sport performed at the Olympics. The rules are fairly simple. Two teams, consisting of seven players, play the ball sport. Although Netball is heavily influenced from Basketball players are forbidden to dribble the ball on the court. Nevertheless, like Basketball,
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