Touch rugby is team sport where two opposing teams of six players use the fundamental skills of running, passing, catching, evasion, and support play to get the ball over the opponents try line to score. Tackling opponents is replaced by a touch.
Playing in a touch team increases cardiovascular fitness, coordination and agility. It improves social interaction and teamwork skills.
Touch is currently available to year 9 -13 students only.
Year 7 & 8 have the opportunity to play in the Central Zone one-day tournament in Term 4.
Please register your interest below if you would like to play Touch for Marist in 2026!
2026 Premier Touch
The Premier Touch season runs in Term 1 starting 10th February to 10th March 2026.
Games to be played every Monday at Cox's Bay Reserve.
Key dates
Uniform
Students are to wear PE uniform.
Cost
Fees for this season are tbc which will include the following:
2026 Tag Football
The Senior Central North Western Zone tournament will be available to Year 9 - 13 students in 2026. Please register your interest below.
Start date: Wed 18 Feb
Year 7 & 8 Touch - Central Zone Tournament
There will be a one-day tournament for Year 7 & 8 in Term 4 of 2026.
Please register your interest to play in this tournament here.
MARIST COLLEGE SPORTS
Email: sports@maristcollege.school.nz
Phone: +64 9 846 8311
Website: https://www.sporty.co.nz/maristcol