How to Play Elimination Dodgeball
Not all dodgeball games are structured. In fact, not all dodgeball games are team-oriented. Elimination dodgeball requires plenty of space and is an every-player-for-himself sport. And those who have played it often believe it is even more fun than traditional dodgeball.
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Things You'll Need
- Hard, moderately sized rubber ball
- Four or more players
- Large yard or playground
Instructions
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Procure a medium-sized hard rubber ball and gather four or more players to participate. Find a space that allows all players to run around freely.
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Learn the rules. Remember that there are no space constraints or teams in elimination dodgeball. One player is given the ball and can chase down any other player at any time.
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Respect the rules. The thrower can't be any closer than 7 to 8 feet from the person she is attempting to hit with the ball. Determine before the game how far away the thrower must be from her target. Throwers can try to hit their opponents anywhere on the body, however, except the head.
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Catch that ball! If the target catches the ball, the thrower is eliminated and must sit out the rest of the game. If the ball hits the target anywhere and he fails to catch it, he is eliminated.
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Play until only two players remain. The last player to eliminate another by either hitting her or catching the ball decides if she wants to throw or catch in the last round. The two remaining players stand 10 feet apart and the final round is played out with those players standing still.
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Tips & Warnings
Determine if you are a better catcher or thrower. If you are an excellent catcher, allow the thrower to approach you. Goad him into firing the ball at you if you feel you can catch it and eliminate him.
Never aim for the head. Hard rubber balls can hurt if they strike in the nose area or elsewhere on the head.
