Learn how to play ladder ball with this guide for beginners, explaining the rules, scoring system, and setup of this fun outdoor game.
Have you ever spotted people playing ladder ball (also known as Lasso) at the park or a backyard barbecue and wondered what the game is all about? Or maybe you’ve played before but aren’t too clear on the details.
Learn how to play croquet for beginners with our guide to the rules and field setup of this entertaining lawn game.
Croquet is an entertaining lawn and backyard game that can be played by two to six players, either individually or as teams. But how exactly is this seemingly complicated game played?
Learn how to play the traditional game of marbles with our guide explaining the rules, field setup, equipment, and game variations.
Who hasn’t played with marbles at least once in their life?
It’s one of the most classic and most basic kids’ games, yet today, it is still a fantastic pastime that can keep kids (and adults!) entertained for hours.
A game of bocce ball in the backyard is easy to set up and doesn’t need an official court. However, official championship bocce ball matches are played on regulation-size courts.
If you’re planning to build or set up your own bocce ball court, this guide will explain the official dimensions of a court, in addition to the recommended size that is practical for casual backyard play.
Discover the exact dimensions of a regulation-size soccer field, including diagrams with the correct length and width measurements.
Are you a soccer fan with a big enough backyard to create a regulation-sized soccer field with the correct dimensions and layout? Believe it or not, on my previous property, I did build a soccer field that I used quite regularly to play matches with friends and family.
Find out what the exact dimensions of a tetherball court are, plus the height of a tetherball pole, and the length of the rope.
Tetherball is a simple yet fun game that can be played at the beach, in the park, or the backyard. It requires a small round playing area, a pole, and a ball attached to the pole with a rope.
A regulation-size cornhole court and board explained, including diagrams with correct dimensions, measurements, and distance between boards.
A game of cornhole in the backyard may look relatively easy to set up, but creating an official cornhole court has to adhere to specific regulations.
A regulation-size horseshoe court explained, including diagrams with correct court and pit dimensions, and distance between the stakes.
As simplistic as the game of horseshoe pitching may appear, creating a horseshoes court is actually quite complicated.
A horseshoe court consists of several elements, with specific regulation guidelines for size and dimensions for both the court and the pit.
Reviews of five of the best portable badminton nets for backyard play, based on materials, size, ease of setup, price, and more.
Badminton is the perfect family sport to play at the beach, in the park, or in the backyard. You don’t need a ton of space for it, and it doesn’t require an anchored net or heavy-duty equipment.
This beginner’s guide explains how to properly throw a bocce ball, covering the different grips and techniques needed to improve your bocce skills.
Whether you’re a bocce ball beginner or a seasoned player, you can always use a few tips and pointers to improve your ball-throwing (or rolling) techniques.
This simple guide will inform you about the best stance, grip, and throw style, depending on what you’re trying to accomplish during the game.