Tetherball
- Players: 2 – 4
- Duration: 10 - 20 min
- Average cost: $10
How to play
A ball hangs from a rope attached to the top of a tall pole. Two players stand on opposite sides and strike the ball in opposite directions; you win by winding the rope completely around the pole in your direction. You may not catch or hold the ball, touch the rope, or step into your opponent's half. Fast, fair, and endlessly repeatable — winner stays on while the next challenger rotates in, which keeps a whole line of players engaged.
What you'll need
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