BBS Term 4 Touch Rugby
Years 1-6
Welcome to the 2026 Touch season. This season, Browns Bay School will be playing in a Local Touch Junior Module.
Please read all the information below:
THE COMPETITION
Our school will be playing on Mondays for Years 1-6.
Children can only play in one grade.
Games will be played on Labour Day Monday 26th October.
All teams play right through until the last week, whether their grade has semi-finals and finals, or just a straight round robin.
The Year 1/2 Competition plays on a half touch field.
If team trainings are held, they will be determined by the coach of the team.
VENUE:
Venues cannot be confirmed until the Council allocates all bookings. Local Touch have applied for: Mondays: Sunnynook Park
Venues will be known in September.
Local Touch asks schools/families to please be patient and flexible regarding venues.
TIME OF GAMES:
Games are two 15-minute halves, with no half-time break.
Game times are 4 pm, 4.30 pm, 5 pm, 5.30 pm, 6 pm, (6.30 pm if needed).
The Y1/2’s tend to play the earlier game times, and the Y5&6 the later times. But there are some overlaps, and often double-headers.
SEASON DATES:
It is an 8-week competition:
First Round Games begin: Monday 19th October 2026
Final Round Games: Monday 7th December 2026
Please note that competition plays on Labour Day (Monday 26th October).
FEES:
The School’s per player fee is $60.00. Payments to be made via KINDO by 9 am Wednesday 19th August 2026.
COACHING:
All teams require a coach and manager to be registered. Local Touch also has a Coaching Guide available on their website to download.
Browns Bay School sport relies hugely on parent support in the way of coaches and managers. If you can support your child's team, please indicate on the registration form.
Uniform:
Our players wear the Browns Bay School sports uniform.
No player is to play in bare feet.
Rugby/soccer/touch boots are fine as long as they have moulded studs, no metal.