Netball Nights – Terms & Conditions

Sport Nights Ltd (Trading as Netball Nights)
Registered Offices: 27 Old Gloucester Street, London, W1CN 3AX

1. Liability

1.1 Netball Nights does not provide insurance for personal injury. We strongly recommend that teams take out their own insurance policies.
1.2 Netball Nights cannot be held responsible for any injuries sustained during play.
1.3 We are not liable for any loss, damage, or failure to perform obligations due to circumstances beyond our control.
1.4 Players participate at their own risk, and Netball Nights is not responsible for injury or property damage.
1.5 We recommend that all players/teams arrange their own insurance.
1.6 Netball Nights is not liable for negligence by staff or third parties and is governed by English law under the jurisdiction of English courts.

2. Team Captain Responsibilities

2.1 The Team Captain must ensure their team is ready to play on time each week and that all players understand and abide by the rules.
2.2 Any queries regarding league terms must be raised via the Team Captain in writing to Netball Nights.
2.3 Any change in Team Captain must be communicated to Netball Nights.

3. Players

3.1 Players must be 18+ and wear appropriate footwear. Players more than 12 weeks pregnant cannot participate for safety reasons.
3.2 Each team can register a maximum of 10 players. Additional players require league approval.
3.3 A minimum of 5 players is required for a match to proceed.
3.4 A player can only register for one team per league.
3.5 Teams can borrow players from other teams or the training pool if they are short, but if they cannot field five players, they must forfeit 10-0 (see 9.2 for fees).
3.6 Players should be at an appropriate skill level for their division. Netball Nights may ask a player to move teams if their skill level poses a risk or disrupts fairness.

4. Misconduct

4.1 All teams and players agree to the Netball Nights Code of Conduct upon registration.
4.2 Umpires will handle infringements and misconduct, and their decisions are final.
4.3 Umpires may remove players for serious misconduct or persistent rule-breaking.
4.4 If an umpire submits a report of poor behaviour, the league may suspend the player.

5. Match Fees

5.1 Match fees per team per week:

Hemel & Folkestone: £45.00
Aylesbury: £47.50
5.2 The fee includes:
£35–£37.50 for Netball Nights
£10 for the umpire (paid via Netball Nights, as umpires are independent).
5.3 Full season fees must be paid 3 weeks before the season starts unless otherwise agreed.
5.4 The Team Captain is legally responsible for any unpaid fees.
5.5 Team members are jointly and severally liable for all fees due. If unpaid, external debt collection agenciesmay be used.
5.6 Once a team confirms participation, fees are non-refundable—teams are responsible for finding replacement players.

6. Match Duration

6.1 Matches consist of four 8-minute quarters with a 2-minute break between quarters.
6.2 Substitutions can only be made during breaks or for injuries.

7. Umpires

7.1 Matches are controlled by two umpires whose decisions are final.
7.2 Umpires report late arrivals and disciplinary issues to the league.
7.3 Umpires are independent officials, not Netball Nights employees, but their authority must be respected.

8. Start of Play

8.1 Players must arrive at least 10 minutes before the game for nail checks, hair checks, jewellery removal, and warm-up.
8.2 Team captains must conduct a pre-match coin toss to determine the first centre pass or shooting end.
8.3 Games start on the umpire’s whistle, and England Netball rules apply.

9. Late Arrivals & Cancellations

9.1 If a team arrives late but before the first break, they start 5 goals down. If they arrive after the first break, they forfeit 10-0 and must pay both their own and the opposition’s match fee.
9.2 If a team cannot field enough players, they must pay the full match fee and forfeit 10-0.
9.3 If a team cancels with less than 24 hours' notice, they must pay the opposition’s match fee unless a friendly match is played.
9.4 Teams should not cancel matches via Facebook—they must email or WhatsApp the league.
9.5 Teams can only concede one match per season; additional forfeits incur a £30 fine.

10. Injury Policy

10.1 No injury time—play will resume as soon as possible.
10.2 In case of serious injury, the league will decide if the match can be replayed. If more than half the match has been played, the score will stand.
10.3 First Aid Kits are available at all venues, but teams are responsible for their own players' welfare.
10.4 Injuries must be reported using the Netball Nights Accident Report Form: Accident Report Form

11. Scoring & Fixtures

11.1 League points system:

Win: 5 points
Draw: 3 points
League standings are decided by most wins, then goal difference.
11.2 Fixtures and league tables are updated online at www.netballnights.com.
11.3 If a team has played fewer games than others, their points may be adjusted using the league’s average score system.

12. Covering Players

12.1 Covering players must be registered in the same league.
12.2 Higher division players cannot play in lower divisions.
12.3 Lower division players can play up but cannot replace an available registered player.
12.4 If a team borrows four or more covering players, they forfeit the match.

13. Outdoor Netball & Weather Cancellations

13.1 Matches will only be cancelled for:

Heavy rain, hail, lightning, high winds, or extreme temperatures.
Safety concerns (not player comfort).
13.2 Cancellations will be communicated via WhatsApp & Facebook.
13.3 If weather worsens during a match, umpires will decide whether play should continue.
13.4 If half or more of the match is played, the score will stand. If less than half is played, the match will be rescheduled.

14. Withdrawal from the League

14.1 Teams commit to the entire season (10–16 weeks) upon registration.
14.2 If a team withdraws mid-season, they must pay all remaining match fees.
14.3 Teams must notify the league at least 2 weeks before the final match if they do not wish to re-enter the next season.

15. Match Cancellation Procedure

15.1 Weather is monitored closely using the Met Office & BBC.
15.2 If matches are cancelled:

Captains will be notified via WhatsApp and must inform their team.
The cancellation will be posted on Facebook.
15.3 If a match is stopped after half-time, the score will stand. If before half-time, the match will be rescheduled.

16. Trans Inclusion Policy

Netball Nights follows England Netball’s Trans Inclusion Guidelines: Trans Inclusion Guidance

Players can compete in the gender they identify with, but transwomen may require medical evidence to compete in female-only leagues.
All players, officials, and volunteers are welcome regardless of gender identity.

By participating in Netball Nights, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions.

📧 For any queries, contact us at: info@netballnights.com