TWILIGHT  (7-ASIDE) 

Welcome to the Whangārei Netball Centre Twilight 7-Aside Competition!


Our Twilight series is all about bringing the community together for fun, fitness, and friendly competition under the lights. Whether you’re playing for social connection or looking to test yourself in a competitive grade, this 8-week competition provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy netball in a vibrant and supportive environment.

KEY DETAILS

  • Competition dates: Thursday nights, 22 October - 10 December 2026
  • Entries close: 15 October 2026

Game Format

  • 4 x 10-minute quarters
  • 2-minute breaks between quarters, 3-minute half-time break

Fees

  • Team fee: $300.00
  • Full payment due Friday 16 October 2026
  • Teams are only added to the draw once full payment is received.

​​​​​​​Grades

  • Year 5&6 (7 aside) Twilight
  • Mahi Social Twilight
  • Senior Mixed Twilight 
  • Womens Twilight

Umpires

  • Umpires will be provided at a $10 weekly fee for Senior Mixed and Mahi Social. All other grades will be own umpire.
  • If you have an umpire with relevant qualifications then please submit their name to operations@whangareinetball.co.nz. 

(WNC reserves the right to regrade teams if needed to keep competition fair.)

RULES

Playing Rules

  • Netball NZ rules apply
  • Rolling substitutions allowed
  • No layups
  • No jewellery, nails short & smooth (no gels permitted)

Mixed Team Rules

  • Maximum of 3 male players on court at once
  • Must be spread across the thirds:
    • 1 in shooting (GS or GA)
    • 1 in midcourt (WA, C, WD)
    • 1 in defence (GD or GK)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Equipment & Duties

  • Teams provide their own ball, first aid kit, and primary care person
  • Bibs can be supplied by WNC (must be returned each game, $50 fee for non-return)
  • Teams rostered for set-up/pack-down and umpiring duties (if required)

Defaults & Weather

  • Defaults must be emailed to operations@whangareinetball.co.nz by 10AM game day
  • Late defaults after 10AM on the day of the game  = $50 penalty (must be paid before next game)
  • Games play in all weather except severe warnings (no catch-ups)

Code of Conduct

  • All competitions must adbide by the WNC Code of Conduct. Failure to do so may result in removal without refund.