If a player catches the ball before it bounces, the player who had the last contact with the ball is eliminated.ĩ. If the ball goes out of the Ga-Ga pit, the last player to touch the ball is eliminated.Ĩ. If the ball contacts the player above the waist, the player is still in.ħ. If the ball contacts a player or a player's clothing below the knees (or waist), that player is “out” and needs to exit the playing area. Any player who is touched by the ball below the knees (or waist), either directly or by a rebound off the wall, is “out” and then must exit the gaga pit.Ħ. Only one successive hit is allowed by each player.ĥ. Players hit the ball with their hands only, and may not carry or throw the ball – it must be punched or hit with an hand or fist. Players yell 'Ga' on the first bounce and 'Ga' again on the second bounce, and the ball is then in play.Ĥ. One player tosses the ball up in the air. Many require the players to be touching the GaGa Pit prior to starting a game.ģ. The referee begins play only after all players are standing in the gaga court and have indicated that they are ready to start the game.
The referee is the sole authority during play and is responsible for ensuring fair play and settling disputes.Ģ. Designate a referee (non-player) like a teacher, supervisor or councilor is best.
