Buzzer beaters! We all love them, but how do you know if the goal counts?
In the past, the ball had to pass completely through the ring before the whistle to be counted. Now, if the whistle to end play or to hold time is blown after the ball has left the hands of the shooter & the shot is successful, the goal will be scored.
Why has this changed?
It is easier for the umpire to assess whether the ball has left the player’s hands when time is blown and signalled, than to assess whether the ball has passed wholly through the ring.
If the shot is unsuccessful there’s only two reasons that a penalty pass will be awarded for an infringement after the ball has left their hands:
Interference with Goalpost - If a defending player has caused the goalpost to move which interferes with the shot
Downward Deflection - If a defending player deflects the ball on its downwards path towards the ring
The Details
In the situation where the penalty has been awarded and then timekeeper signals for time, the umpire will blow the whistle for time and then advise the players that the penalty can be taken.
If this occurs at the end of a period of play, play will be extended for the penalty pass to be taken including any subsequent infringements at that penalty pass.
BALL HAS LEFT HANDS = GOAL
If the whistle to end play or to hold time is blown after the ball has left the hands of the shooter & the shot is successful, the goal will be scored.
Supporting Documents
England Netball have an extensive document with frequently answered questions which gives more information for those who wish to read it - this can be found on this link - England Netball - 2024 Rules of Netball FAQ (Public) - Google Sheets
All info has been taken from the England Netball Website and World Netball Website
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