1st(under5) and 2nd(under 6) year Rippa
Ball Size 2 and ½
Approx 7 players.
Standard Ripper Rugby rules apply plus these additional ones.
-Teams are to play as seven on seven, with rolling subs.
-One coach from each side on the field, with one taking responsibility for refereeing. --Change over at half time.
-Six rips and then hand over to opposition, with referee calling each rip. E.g.: rip 1, rip 2 etc. 2nd year only
-Kick offs are kicked by the try scoring team. If the ball goes over the try-line or over the sideline it is a tap and pass from halfway for the receiving team.
-Running over the sideline will be enforced, 1st year, bring player back for a pass
2nd year, turnover position
-No sprigs, cleats or blade boots. Sneakers or bare feet are fine. Soft rubber treads are acceptable.
-All players are to play at least half a game.
No fending! Or Scragging! Or protecting of rips!!!