Top 10 New & Unique Sports Games to Play This Summer
It’s too hot outside! There is nothing to do! I’m so bored!
Do any of these sentences sound familiar? Every kid has their own signature excuse when it comes to summertime boredom!
If you’re looking to prevent these sayings from cropping up this summer, C&C Courts has put together a list of the top ten new and unique sports games to teach and play with your kids once the sun begins to shine. And with our backyard court installation services, your child can say goodbye to the summertime blues this year!
1. Four-Square
For the game of Four-Square, all you need is a ball, like a basketball, and a large square with four quadrants. The goal is to keep the ball moving with constant passing between four squares. To make the game competitive, you can play in teams and try to eliminate the two other players.
2. Balloonist
For this game, all you need is two teams. The number of players on each team is flexible, but try to keep the teams the same size. The goal of the game is to keep a balloon up in the air without letting it touch the ground. You’ll be amazed at how many hours this game can pass in the backyard!
3. Arbor Ball
If you have a grassy, tree-filled area in your backyard, you have the perfect spot to play some Arbor Ball! You need a soccer ball and teams of five members. The goal of the game is to punt the ball through the trees into the opposing side’s goals, so be sure to keep an eye out for stray, flying balls!
4. Yoga Ball
Looking for an alternative to playing basketball in the backyard? You can try playing Yoga Ball! Instead of using a basketball, use a giant yoga ball. A hula hoop can be attached to a tree to act as a basket. Your kids will have a great time bouncing the giant ball around the yard and trying to score on each other.
5. Starplay
The point of this game is to throw balls into circular apparatuses for points. This can be done with one to multiple players and whatever buckets or cups are available. Try arranging the cups into various shapes to make the game more interesting.
6. Phasketboot
Phasketboot combines basketball, football, and ultimate frisbee. This is a collaborative game that has become very popular and is starting to hit gym classes everywhere. You need a basketball hoop and a grassy area.
The goal of the game is to make a basket, but while avoiding being tackled and dealing with goaltending, which is allowed. While in the grass, the gameplay is similar to football, and once a team reaches the pavement, basketball rules apply.
7. Plush-Bouncing
Using a soft, plush cube, try to keep it in the air longer than your opponent by hitting it against other surfaces and objects. This is also a perfect game to improve hand-eye coordination!
8. Luckchase
For this game, you need a chessboard and a die to roll. Roll the die to see how many moves you’re allowed to make in the chess game, and try to beat your opponent. Luckchase is a great game for kids looking for a more cerebral athletic experience.
9. Flog Games
This includes a series of five short games set up like a mini backyard Olympics. This is a great way to get many people involved and perhaps have a tournament in your backyard with friends and family. Choose your favorite five games to play, set them up around your yard, and let the games begin!
10. Cash Money Ball
For this game, you need a ball and a couple of hula hoops. Each team has a “banker” or goalkeeper. From there, each team will try to get the ball into the hula hoop on the opposing team’s side.
Upgrade Your Game With a Multi-Sport Athletic Court from C&C Courts!
If you’ve got the space in your backyard, you can up your sports game with a multi-sports court from C&C Courts. Our multi-sports courts are versatile and include games like volleyball, basketball, pickleball, and more.
You can also use this multi-sports court for most of the games we’ve listed here. Your kids will never get bored this summer! Call us today at 414-377-5294 or send us a message on our website for more information!
