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Court: Wheelchair Rugby is played indoors on a regulation-sized basketball court. The basketball key area is replaced by a Wheelchair Rugby key eight metres wide and 1.75 metres deep. The part of the end line within the key is called the goal line, and it is marked with one pylon at each end.

Ball: An official size and weight volleyball is used for play. The ball must weight 280 grams and be white in colour.

Wheelchairs: As a contact sport, Wheelchair Rugby places high demands on the player's wheelchairs. They must be lightweight and easy to manoeuvre while still being strong enough to protect the players and withstand the frequent intense collisions. Wheelchair Rugby chairs have several unique features include bumpers at the front and wings to protect the side area. Spoke protectors and anti-tip devices are mandatory. All wheelchairs must meet IWRF regulations.

Gloves: Athletes may wear gloves to improve their grip on the ball

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