Mayan Ball Game

 

Game Type:

Sport

Activity Level:

High

Players:

5 per side

Field:

Basketball court

Equipment needed:

Playground ball

Time:

15-30 min

Rules:

The Mayan Ball Game is a mash up of basketball and the Mayan Ball Game. Most of the rules are like basketball, except for scoring.

Scoring 

In the Mayan Ball Game the backboard is the score area. Hitting the ball against the front or side of the backboard results in a score. The back of the backboard or any supports is not part of the scoring area.

Shooting the ball 

Players may only shoot the ball with a body part. They must throw the ball in the air and then hit the ball with one of the accepted body parts in order for the score to count.

Wrist shot- 1 point

Head Shot- 2 points

Elbow Shot 3 points

Knee Shot 4 points

Alternate Goals 

Another way of playing is with goals at either end of a court similar to the Mayan Ball Game. The goals are usually made with a hula hoop and stand around 3 feet off the ground. These goals are good if you want to play the game on grass or in a natural setting. Goal Instructions can be found in the maker guide.