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Rugby is a dynamic sport that has become rapidly popular in Turkey in recent years and requires high physical strength and strategy. Due to the nature of this sport, players make frequent and hard contact with the ground. that's why rugby field constructionIt requires much more specific engineering than football fields in terms of player health and game quality.
Well, by international standards, World Rugby How to build an approved course? Should natural grass or synthetic ground be preferred? Here is the rugby field construction guide with all its details.
Before starting a rugby field project, it is necessary to analyze the land requirements correctly. For a regular field, not only the playing area but also security zones should be taken into account.
Measurements According to World Rugby Standards:
Playground Length: Maximum distance between two goal lines (try lines) 100 meters should be.
In-Goal Area: It is the most critical area of the game for scoring. Its depth must be at least 10 meters and at most 22 meters.
Field Width: maximum 70 meters was determined as .
Total Area: For a professional facility when safety zones (run-off areas) are included minimum 120m x 80m A flat sized surface is required.
Expert Note: Leaving a safety gap of at least 5 meters outside the side lines is vital to prevent players from losing speed and crashing into billboards or fences.
The most important stage in rugby field construction is ground selection. Both options have advantages and disadvantages depending on the intended use.
It reflects the spirit of traditional rugby and is the preferred option in top-level leagues.
Advantages: It offers the most natural texture for players, completely prevents skin burns (turf burn) and stays cool in the summer months.
Disadvantages: Maintenance is difficult and costly. There is a risk of muddying in rainy weather and the weekly usage time is limited (it needs to be rested).
Area of Use: It is generally suitable for professional stadiums and clubs with high budgets.
With the development of technology, World Rugby approved synthetic pitches (Regulation 22) are now very common.
Advantages: It can be used 24/7 in all weather conditions. Maintenance cost is low. It does not create mud and puddles.
Shock Absorption: Systems specially produced for rugby, with a high pile length (60mm+) and a "Shock Pad" underneath, absorb the impact of falls.
Area of Use: Training facilities, municipal fields, school teams and heavily used commercial facilities.
Hint: If your budget and maintenance team are large Natural Grass (or Hybrid), if you want heavy usage and low operating costs Synthetic Grass you should prefer.
Whether natural or synthetic, the infrastructure of a professional field is more important than the coating on it.
Ground Leveling and Beam Work: Bringing the land to zero code and pouring the surrounding beam concrete.
Drainage System (Most Critical Stage): Accumulation of water on rugby fields is unacceptable. A strong drainage system is established with herringbone drainage channels and perforated pipes.
Infrastructure Layers:
For Natural Grass: A mixture of river sand and vegetable soil is laid on the drainage and laser leveling is done.
For Synthetic Turf: Gravel fill is laid and compacted with a roller to obtain a hard ground.
Floor Application:
Natural: Grass rolls or seeds are sown and they are waited for rooting.
Synthetic: A shock pad is laid, a carpet is laid on it and silica sand/granule filling is made.
Rugby field lines are decisive for the flow of the game. While these lines are regularly drawn with special dyes on natural grass, they are generally produced as a white weave in synthetic grass.
Halfway Line: The place where the shot that started the game was made.
22 Meter Line: The critical area where defensive and offensive strategies change.
10 Meter Dashed Lines: The minimum distance the ball must travel on a kick-off.
Try Line: The line where the ball must touch the ground to score.
The rugby goal, unlike football, is shaped like the letter "H".
Width: The distance between two poles is 5.6 meters.
Height: The crossbar is 3 meters above the ground. Vertical poles must rise at least 3.4 meters higher.
Security: The lower parts of the poles within the field must be with protective sponges must be covered.
How long does it take to build a rugby field?
Synthetic fields are completed in an average of 4-6 weeks. If seeding is done on natural grass fields, additional time (a few months) is needed for the grass to settle and take root.
What is hybrid grass?
Hybrid grass is the reinforcement of natural grass roots with synthetic fibers. It offers both naturalness and durability, but it is the highest cost option.
Rugby field investment is not just a flooring job; It is a process that requires engineering. Improper drainage or substandard ground hardness can endanger athlete health.
Are you looking for the right floor solution for your project? By contacting our professional team about natural grass maintenance or synthetic field installation, World Rugby You can get solutions and cost analysis in accordance with the standards.