Korfball is a unique and exciting sport that is played by both men and women around the world. It is a combination of basketball and netball, and it requires a combination of skill, speed, and teamwork. To play korfball, players must follow a set of rules that are designed to ensure safety and fairness for all players.
Here are the top 10 rules of korfball that every player should know:
- Korfball is played on a court that is 44 meters long and 20 meters wide. The court is divided into two halves, with a centerline that separates the two teams.
- Each team has 8 players, and the teams are made up of four males and four females.
- The objective of the game is to score more goals than the opposing team. A goal is scored when the ball is thrown into the opposing team’s korf, which is a basket that is mounted on a 3.5-meter-high pole.
- Players are not allowed to run with the ball and must pass it to a teammate within three seconds of catching it.
- Players are not allowed to hold the ball for more than three seconds and must pass it to a teammate.
- A player may only defend players of the same gender.
- A player can only take three steps while holding the ball, and they must pass or shoot the ball after that.
- If a player commits a foul, such as pushing or tripping an opponent, they may be issued a warning or a penalty, depending on the severity of the foul.
- A player who receives a warning must leave the court for two minutes. A player who receives a penalty must leave the court for five minutes.
- The team that scores the most goals at the end of the game wins. If the game is tied at the end of regulation time, the game may go into overtime to determine the winner.
By following these rules, players can ensure that they are playing the game safely and fairly. Korfball is a fun and exciting sport that requires skill, speed, and teamwork, and it is enjoyed by players of all ages and skill levels around the world.