What jewellery, nail and uniform rules apply to players?

Before the match, both umpires check the players off the court against the rules on what players may wear. Under Rule 3.12 players may not wear anything that could endanger themselves or others:

• No body piercings, including earrings.
• No adornment that may endanger player safety.
• No communication devices.
• Any other adornment worn must be securely covered with tape and/or padding.
• Medical devices may be worn if securely covered with tape and/or padding.
• Player monitoring devices may be worn if secured within the playing uniform.
• Fingernails must be short and smooth.
• Hair must be suitably tied back (for example in a ponytail, plait or braid) and free from any adornment.

If a player fails to meet these requirements at any time during play, they are penalised as a late player.

Source: Rules of Netball 2024, Rules 3.12 and 4.3 to 4.4.