Run the round

How to play Numbers-Up Try Game

Step 1

Progress from three-versus-two to four-versus-three and use the extra attacker before the defense closes the edge.

Step 2

Judge the numbers result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the numbers setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

Use an overload. Flag or agreed light tag. 22 x 16 m channel.

Example: Progress from three-versus-two to four-versus-three and use the extra attacker before the defense closes the edge.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Starting the next numbers attempt before the field and retrieval lane are clear.

Safety: Add players only when the field is wide enough to keep clear running lanes. Flag belts are preferred. If flags are unavailable, agree on a gentle upper-arm or shoulder-blade touch before play. No body blocks, grabs, pushes, hand-offs, tackles, or contact near the head, neck, chest, or waist; stop on the first called touch. Inspect the surface, separate running lanes, keep the run-off area clear, and use a pace the whole group can control. No diving, blocking, grabbing, pushing, or chasing a loose ball into another lane.

Best for

Who it fits

5-14 who want a 12-16 min round.

Energy

Pace

Medium

Board Rugby

Category Rugby

Best for 5-14 who want a 12-16 min round.

Players 5-14

Time 12-16 min

Gear 1 Rugby ball, 12 cones, Two bib colors, Flag belts preferred

Space Open field or marked touch pitch

Energy Medium

Setup Mark a 22-by-16-metre channel and a try line with clear run-off. Begin with three attackers against two defenders. Create a side gate for the extra players who join the four-versus-three round.

Twist it

Variations to try

Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.

Moment fit

Use it in these hubs

Numbers-Up Try Game also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

Group share

Send the setup

We're playing Numbers-Up Try Game from Studboards. Numbers-Up Try Game: Progress from three-versus-two to four-versus-three and use the extra attacker before the defense closes the edge. Fits: Players: 5-14 | Time: 12-16 min | Gear: 1 Rugby ball, 12 cones, Two bib colors, Flag belts preferred Safety: Add players only when the field is wide enough to keep clear running lanes. Flag belts are preferred. If flags are unavailable, agree on a gentle upper-arm or shoulder-blade touch before play. No body blocks, grabs, pushes, hand-offs, tackles, or contact near the head, neck, chest, or waist; stop on the first called touch. Inspect the surface, separate running lanes, keep the run-off area clear, and use a pace the whole group can control. No diving, blocking, grabbing, pushing, or chasing a loose ball into another lane. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/sports/rugby/rugby-numbers-up-try-game.html

Numbers-Up Try Game

Quick start.