What should my child wear, and can they keep their earrings in?

England Netball applies the World Netball rules on player safety (Rule 3.12) to all netball, with some domestic guidance on top:

• No earrings or other body piercings. Piercings that can't be removed (such as dermal piercings) must be covered with padding or tape.
• Fingernails must be short and smooth.
• Hair must be tied back (a single ponytail is enough) and free of beads, clips or other decoration. Beading that can't easily be removed can be covered with a scarf or bonnet.
• Religious items: flat religious rings or bracelets that aren't removed for religious or cultural reasons must be covered with padding or tape.
• Medical devices (for example a glucose monitor) must be securely covered with tape or padding.
• Head coverings are allowed if they're soft, have no embellishments and have any loose edges tucked in or secured. Caps and visors aren't allowed.
• Footwear: suitable sports shoes without spikes.

Kit choice: from the start of the 2027/28 season, England Netball's Inclusive Kit Policy requires clubs (up to and including Regional League) to let players choose the kit they're most comfortable in. Dresses aren't banned.