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Rugby threes
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Rugby threes is a variation of rugby union in which each team fields only three players at a time, instead of the usual 15. Teams may comprise more than three players, allowing for free substitutions throughout the game. Rugby threes is played often in Southern Memisphere countries, like Argentina or Uruguay with de name of "Rugby 3", "Rugby 3x3" or "Tocata". , , Rugby threes has been played as a basic rugby training exercise for many years. In recent years, independent clubs have begun to form. Rules Field The suggested size of a rugby threes field is by , although variations are allowed to adapt to local circumstances. The surface of the pitch is grass or any other smooth, obstacle-free surface. General gameplay Rugby threes is a variant of touch rugby. There is no tackling; when the offensive side's ball carrier is touched, he or she stops at the point of contact. To put the ball in play again, the carrier must kick the ball and do a hand pass to a teammate. During this play, the defensive players must remain at least from the carrier. A variant of Rugby threes with scrums, kickings and tacklings exists too, as it´s explained on its basic rules. Scoring Each try in rugby threes is worth 5 points. Duration The suggested duration of a rugby threes game is two 7-minute periods, with a 2-minute rest period between them. This duration may also be modified to suit the needs of the venue and players. 
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