Field of Play. The Field of play is rectangular in shape and measures seventy (70) metres in length from scoreline to scoreline and fifty (50) metres in width.
Markings. Line Markings defining the field of play are to be at least 2.5 cm. in width are to be laid out as shown in the diagram. (See Figure 1- The Field of Play). Sidelines are to be extended at least five (5) metres beyond the scorelines and joined by the Touchdown Zone line.
Interchange Areas measuring twenty (20) metres in length by no more than five (5) metres in width shall be marked on both sides of the field of play, extending ten (10) metres either side of the halfway line and one (1) metre from the sideline.
Markers. Suitably sized markers of a distinguishing colour and made from a safe and pliable material are to be positioned at the intersections of the sidelines and scorelines: and at the intersections of the halfway line with the sidelines (See Figure 1 - the Field of Play).
Playing Surface. The playing surface is normally grass. However, other surfaces approved by the Federation of International Touch may be used. Ground surfaces, which may cause injury, are to be avoided.
The Ball. The game is to be played with an oval, inflated ball of a shape, colour and size approved by the Federation of International Touch. The ball shall be inflated to the recommended air pressure and if applicable it will be the officially sanctioned ball endorsed by the Federation as at that time. The approved ball size is 36cm long and 55 cm in circumference.
A defending player must have both feet ON or behind the defending scoreline to be onside, if a Rollball is within five (5) metres or a tap within ten (10) metres of the scoreline.
Team captains have the right to lodge a complaint regarding field conditions and dimensions or environmental conditions (e.g. weather or state of the ground or field markings) prior to the commencement of a match.
The ball must not be hidden under player attire.
The Referee is to inspect the boundaries and markers for clarity and safety, prior to the commencement of the match.
Federation officials should ensure that all grounds used for competition matches are marked as shown in Figure 1 - The Field of Play. As a minimum, it is essential that scorelines, sidelines, touchdown zone lines and the halfway line are correctly marked.
Any decision or variation to dimensions or on playing rules or conditions rests with the Federation Executive or other Federation officials assigned to the Tournament.
