Touch ball - Rugby

Touch Ball is an engaging and dynamic activity designed for groups of five or more players, making it an ideal game for rugby training sessions. The setup involves nominating a proportionate number of players as ball carriers. The primary objective for these ball carriers is to weave through the group and gently touch other players with the ball they are carrying. Each successful touch counts as one point. To keep the game fair and interesting, participants should rotate roles after a set amount of time or points, ensuring that all players have the opportunity to be both the chasers and the targets.

To add a level of challenge and further develop the players' agility and spatial awareness, the game can be modified through progression techniques. One such method is to decrease the size of the playing area, which naturally restricts the available space and requires players to make quicker decisions and movements. Alternatively, increasing the number of ball carriers turns up the intensity and complexity of the game, as players must be more vigilant and reactive to avoid being touched. These progressions not only make the game more exciting but also enhance the training benefits, making Touch Ball a versatile and effective exercise for rugby players to improve their skills.