IRELAND TOUCH LLB

The game was first established in Australia in 1968 and is now played in more than 50 Countries both socially and competitively. The games global growth is administered by the Federation of International Touch. Touch World Cups have been held since 1988. The game is for everyone, catering for all ages, sexes, and ability. The mixed format of the game is the most popular game for beginners and social players. Ireland Touch was founded in Leinster, initially by Marlay Park Tipsters (DLSP Touch) in 2006. It has now grown, in partnership with the IRFU, to clubs all four provinces. Touch is one of two non contact forms of rugby being actively promoted by the IRFU to increase participation in clubs. It is aimed at retaining existing clubs members and encouraging new participants that want to play a fast and social sport with age groups for 12 to 75. Team that play can be found on irelandtouch.ie