| Netball is a popular sport which is frequently played in | | | | What individuals wear to play netball will depend on |
| schools and colleges as well as on a professional level. | | | | their team's style, personal taste and sometimes the |
| As with any other ball sport it is necessary to have | | | | time of year and temperature. There are selections |
| the right clothing and equipment before beginning to | | | | of skirts, shorts and sports trousers readily available. |
| play netball. For those that are new to the game, or | | | | T shirts can be sleeveless, short sleeved or long |
| need their memory refreshing, here are some tips on | | | | sleeved. Often the kit you will need to wear will |
| choosing the netball equipment you will need. | | | | depend on the event you are playing at and the level |
| The actual ball used in playing netball is similar in many | | | | at which you play. In most practice sessions you can |
| ways to a basketball, although it is marginally softer, | | | | probably choose your clothing within reason. |
| smaller and lighter weight. The International | | | | Garments should be chosen with practicality in mind |
| Federation of Netball Associations states that Gilbert | | | | and should also be comfortable. |
| is the official netball supplier, though Mitre and other | | | | Bibs are another important part of netball equipment. |
| brands also make perfectly good balls. Many balls are | | | | They are available in various styles and colours and |
| available with specific textures, patterns and designs, | | | | each is clearly marked to make player position |
| meaning that there is a wide range for the player to | | | | identification easy. Some are even reversible to allow |
| choose from. The majority of gyms and schools can | | | | a choice of colours, so whether you play goal |
| provide adequate netball courts with posts and rings. | | | | keeper, wing defense or any other position, you are |
| Appropriate clothing is a vital part of netball | | | | ready for different games with just one bib. |
| equipment, it is important that clothing does not | | | | In addition to these products, there are numerous |
| restrict movement or get in the way of safe and | | | | accessories that you may need as part of your |
| efficient play. There are numerous trainer styles | | | | netball equipment. Bags to transport your kit come in |
| available from top brands such as Asics which lend | | | | various shapes and sizes and which you choose will |
| themselves perfectly to the game. Suitable footwear | | | | depend on personal preference and practicality. Some |
| allows for manoeuvrability whilst offering the right | | | | other items you may wish to consider include |
| level of support, is cushioned against impact on hard | | | | sweatbands, water bottles or your own whistle. |
| floors and has exceptional grip. There are also | | | | Pumps to re-inflate balls that have lost some air can |
| specifically designed socks to accompany netball | | | | also be a valuable purchase; these are available in |
| footwear. As it is a predominantly female sport, most | | | | manual or electrical versions. Once you have chosen |
| netball equipment suppliers provide a range of suitable | | | | all the netball equipment you need, you should be |
| sports bras. | | | | able to enjoy the game more than ever. |