One partner stands approximately 10m away and sets up four pins in a self-selected pattern.
Player with the pins tells their partner which target to hit.
The thrower rolls the ball towards the target.
If a pin, other than the pre-selected one is knocked down, raise it up again until it is the chosen one.
Once the designated pin has been hit, select another pin to be the target.
Count the number of balls rolled to hit all four targets.
Switch roles when all four targets have been hit.
Two Pin Knock Down: The bowler must knock down two targets in one roll (may need to reduce the distance rolled).
Curling Knock Down: Instead of using a ball, use a scooter board like a curling stone to hit the target(s).
Hock Puck Knock Down: Use a hockey puck to slide along the floor to hit the targets.
Obstacle Knock Down: Put an obstacle in front of the targets to change the angle of approach or to put spin on the ball so that it moves around the obstacle.
Competitive Knock Down: Assign three distances from the targets. The closest distance is worth 1 point, 2 points for the middle distance and 3 points for the furthest distance. Participants can then choose the line they wish to shoot from. Alternate shots with partner and first one to 20 points is declared the winner.
What are some effective ways to ensure accuracy in this game?
Mentally rehearse the throw before throwing it.
Plan the route that you want the ball to take to the target.
Use lightweight balls.
Can use a ramp to roll the balls down.
Decrease the distance from where the players roll the balls and the 4 targets.
Players can use two hands instead of one hand to roll the balls.
LEVEL OF COMPLEXITY
Easy
Participant Grouping
Partners.
Equipment
Balls (e.g. beach, foam, paper, wiffle gator): 1 Targets: 4 - pins, pylons, plastic bottles, etc.
Playing Area
Classroom Gymnasium Limited Space
Life Skills Development
Coping and Self-Management Skills
Was it easier to knock down the pin when one of the four was chosen or would have it been easier if you could hit any pin?
Why is it important to set goals in sport? In school? At home?
What do we do when we achieve our goals?
What do you do when someone asks you to do something that you can or should not do?
FUNdamental Skills
Stability Skills
Stability for Underhand Throw
Preparation Phase: Feet shoulder width apart with non-throwing foot slightly ahead of throwing foot.
Execution Phase: Legs bent with slight forward lean of trunk to remain in a balanced position (stay low to the ground).
Follow-Through Phase: Stop forward momentum by lowering hips and bending front knee putting more weight on the front foot for balance.
