This study examined the touching behaviors of winning team members in flag football. 800 players in 100 games were observed and the number and location of interpersonal touches given and received were recorded. Winners initiated significantly more touches to losers than they received from losers. Handshakes were most frequent, then hands, back or shoulders.
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