Welcome to Lincoln Netball League

At Lincoln Netball League, we provide a fun and competitive environment for individuals of all skill levels to enjoy the sport of netball. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, our league offers a great opportunity to stay fit, make new friends, and have a blast on the court.

What would you like to see on the league website or Facebook page? Any ideas, please message using the form below.

 

REQUEST FOR PARTICIPANTS IN AN ONLINE STUDY

My name is Joe and I am a Masters by Research (MRes) student, from Lincoln, beginning a research project at the University of Hull entitled: The 2 x 2 Model of Perfectionistic Pressure: The impact of teammate and coach pressures on perfectionism in sport

The purpose of this study is to analyse and understand the effects that coaches and teammates have on levels of perfectionism, burnout and well-being. I am writing to request permission to invite the athletes (18+ only) affiliated with your organisation to participate in this study by completing a quick survey.

What does participation involve?
Only participants over the age of 18 can take part.
Participants completing a questionnaire / survey, taking no longer than 10 / 15 minutes.
Participation in this study is completely voluntary.
Participants are allowed to withdraw at any point, without reason.
No more personal information that is necessary will be collected for the study – the only exception may come in the form of a mandatory consent form which all participants will be required to sign.

Ethical approval
This study has received ethical approval from the University of Hull Faculty of Health Sciences Ethics Committee on 30th April 2026.
All data will remain anonymous and stored properly through University approved methods.
Data collect will be solely used for academic research purposes.


https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/hull/the-impact-of-teammate-and-coach-pressures-on-perfectionism

Question of the month

What is the difference between repossession and a replayed ball?

 

Quick Answer: A replayed ball is when a player regains possession of the ball they never properly lost, while repossession is when a player touches the ball again after releasing it before anyone else or the post has touched it. They sound similar, but the rulebook treats them as two different infringements.

Outcome: Free pass awarded to the non-offending team.

🏐 What replayed ball means

A replayed ball happens when a player has possession, loses control of the ball, and then picks it up again without it being touched by another player. Examples include:

  • Dropping the ball and picking it straight back up

  • Deliberately bouncing the ball more than once and then catching it

  • Tossing the ball to yourself in a controlled way and catching it again

This is considered incorrect playing of the ball because the player effectively “plays the ball twice” while still in possession.

Replayed Ball – Hamilton City Netball Centre” on YouTube Replayed Ball

🏐 What repossession means

Repossession is more specific: A player may not touch the ball again after releasing it until it has:

  • Touched another player, or

  • Rebounded off the goalpost

If they do touch it again too soon, it’s repossession.

Example:

  • A wing attack throws a pass, it hits their own leg or the floor, and they grab it again before anyone else touches it → repossession.

  • Playing the Ball & Repossession – Totally Netball / England Netball Playing the Ball & Repossession

🧠 Easiest way to remember

  • Replayed ball = double play while still in possession

  • Repossession = touching your own pass before anyone else does

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I register?

Team registration can be done online through our website. Simply fill out the registration form and submit it. You can also register your interest as an individual by emailing lincoln.poachers@gmail.com

When are match days?

League matches are held every Tuesday from 7pm to 9pm. Games run throughout the year with a number of friendlies and tournaments run between summer and winter leagues. Fixtures lists are emailed to all captains as well as provided through the Lincoln Netball League Facebook page.

Where do you play?

Games are played at Yarborough Leisure Centre. Postcode is LN1 3SP.

Are there any age restrictions for participation?

Whilst netball is a sport for all ages, the minimum age for playing in the Lincoln Netball League is 14.

Do I have to be affiliated with England Netball to play?

For league matches, you can play one game unaffiliated. After that, you must affiliate with England Netball (EN).

For friendlies and tournaments, there is no requirement for EN affiliation.

Can we take photos and/or videos?

If you want to take photos or videos of netball matches, permission must first be sought from Yarborough Sports Centre. Permission must also be sought from any individuals (playing, umpiring, or spectating) that could be included in the film or photographs. Please also inform any of the committee members prior to using photography equipment. If any minors are involved, parental consent must also be sought. Once all that is done, you're good to go!

Alternatively, if you want to take team photos, do it in areas where there is no-one in the background :)

Lincoln Netball League takes safeguarding very seriously and therefore any team found to be in violation of this rule (i.e. taking photos and videos without permission and having people in the background) will receive a conduct warning. 

Contact us

For any inquiries, feedback or comments, please fill out the form below, and we'll get back to you shortly.

Location

Lincoln Netball League

Yarborough Leisure Centre

LN1 3SP

About us

Lincoln Netball League was established over 25 years ago by the legend that is Joyce Smith, The league is run by a small team of dedicated netballers whose only purpose, once we finish coaching, mentoring, umpiring and playing, is to enable you to do the same. And hopefully enjoy it as much as we do! 

The league is made up of three divisions: Premier, Division 1 and Division 2. We run a summer and winter league every year, playing on the outdoor courts at Yarborough Leisure Centre. We also run two tournaments a year: St Barnabas - entry is as a team and all monies raised goes towards our local hospice, St Barnabas; and Versatility, where entry is as an individual and teams are generated from across all three divisions as well as new players. Lastly, there are a number of friendlies that are played between seasons.