THE RULES OF KORFBALL

(valid as per 1 September 2020) – web section under construction


Korfball is a sport played by hand within a rectangular field of play whereby two mixed teams try to shoot a ball into the korf (basket) of the opposite team. The sport’s main characteristics encompass all-round skills, cooperative play, controlled physical contact, gender equality, players’ right to protected ball possession and scoring from 360° around the korf.

* The following rules are the normal rules used in adult matches, in particular, IKF Tournaments and Friendly International Matches. However, certain rules may be adapted to suit different competitions and local circumstances.