netball faqs

When will I receive my ticket?

All tickets are sent out prior to the Festival, our ticketing is split between Teams whom are playing sport at the festival (Team Tickets) or General Public Tickets

Team Tickets – All Team tickets will be emailed to the captains of each team in mid-August. This includes any upgrades individuals would have purchased. You can either bring mobile tickets or print them off and distribute them to your team members.

General Public Tickets – All other tickets are emailed the same day when purchased from our ticketing partner. Bring this email with you, either on your phone or a printed copy upon arrival.

NO TICKET = NO ENTRY

How long are netball games?

Each netball match will be 7 minutes each way, in 17 minute slots, including the finals. This will be the same across 1 and 2 day cups.

What happens if our team is late for a Netball game?

Due to the amount of teams which are participating at the festival, turn-around times are very quick. If you are late, this will result in a loss as this will effect the days schedule.

Can I play for more than one Netball team?

Only if you are granted permission from the Tournament Manager. This will not be given unless the player is deemed to be playing in a stronger cup competition that she/he was originally registered.

Is there a briefing before the games start?

Yes, captains MUST attend a briefing at the start of their cup.

Saturday 28th August 2021

9.45am: Pimm’s, Viper 10, Mojito & Saturday Margarita Cups

1.45pm: Bellini, Daiquiri & Martini & Cups

Sunday 29th August 2021

9:45am: NEW Mixed Cup Only

How can I apply to be a Netball Umpire and what does it involve?

Umpire applications for the 2021 festival are now open! Please complete this form to be considered for the festival: Application Form.

Our Umpire Package includes:
Cash Payment (dependent on qualification)
Free Weekend Festival Ticket
Free 3 Day Camping Ticket
Free Umpires Parking
Access to our Exclusive Umpires Lounge

For more information call 01202 545 630 or email Linda@bournemouth7s.com

Do we need insurance?

If you are not affiliated to England Netball, then we heavily encourage that you look into this by visiting the England Netball Insurance Page

Please be aware that Bournemouth 7s accepts no responsibility for any injuries that occur during the National Netball Festival and if you are not affiliated to England Netball, you will be competing in the festival at your own risk.

First Aid provisions will be available throughout the weekend and can be accessed by contacting the tournament or event staff.

Can we enter a mixed team?

Yes absolutely! We have launched a brand new mixed cup competition which is played all day Sunday. Please check the availability HERE.

Do we need to provide our own umpire or scorer?

You do not need to provide your own umpire however teams will be required to provide a scorer (this can be a player). Score cards will be issued by our umpires and scorers will need to stand together.

What are the rules and regulations of standard and mixed cups?

Standard Netball Cups

All games will be played according to the IFNA Rules apart from specific Bournemouth 7s Rules – These will be circulate ahead of the festival to team captains

Mixed Netball Cup

All games will be played according to the MNA Rules apart from specific Bournemouth 7s Rules. With regards to ratios, please see below:

• Each team may have no more than 4 players of either sex on court at a time (i.e. the team may be made up of 4 men and 3 women or 3 men and 4 women).

• Only one player of each sex is allowed in each third, with the exception of the centre third, where the third player may be of either sex (i.e. GK and GD must be of opposite sexes, as must GA and GS, and no more than two of WA, C and WD may be of the same sex).