The traditional netball dress may become a relic of the past after the national governing body, Netball Australia, released more inclusive uniform guidelines that will come into effect in 2023. Previous barriers to entry to the sport have been reduced with the new policy document, which aims to recognise the various individual preferences and religious beliefs of players.
Dresses remain an option but from 1 January, players can choose from other options including singlets, bodysuits, short sleeve or long sleeve shirts, skirts, shorts and long pants – in any combination. It is also “perfectly acceptable” for head coverings to be worn, the guidelines state, although each uniform choice must still be submitted to and ratified by member associations, all eight of which in Australia have adopted the new rules.
