Pool Sport Game Ideas, Maintenance Tips and More
The latest helpful articles and tips on pool maintenance, decorating ideas, and the latest pool sport equipment to enhance your outdoor water fun.
Pool Sport Game Ideas, Maintenance Tips and More
The Best Waterproof Phone Pouches
Spending time in the water is a great way to enjoy the warm weather months. From spending time in the pool, to heading out on the water with your inflatable paddle board, having all of your essentials with you is important.
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Best pool basketball units for 2020
Summer will be here before you know it and we're taking a look at the best pool basketball and pool volleyball units for your swimming pool. Dunn Rite pool basketball units are guaranteed to provide hours of pool fun for everyone!
Pool Basketball
Splash and Slam Clear Pool Basketball
State-of-the-art pool basketball set
Framed 41" X 28" X .150" thick acrylic backboard
2 ft of overhang
18" vinyl coated stainless steel rim (RIM150)
Easily adjusts anywhere from 2 ft to 6 ft above water
Base weighs 500 lbs when filled with water
All hardware is powder coated aluminum or stainless steel
Regulation size, color matched ball (B110)
3 Year Warranty
Splash and Shoot Clear Pool Basketball
Variable adjustment up to 49" height
20" overhang
Compact 200 lb water-filled base
Heavy duty 2 3/8" aluminum post
Tough reinforced 41" X 28" framed polycarb backboard
18" vinyl coated stainless steel rim (RIM375)
Regulation size color matched ball (B110)
All stainless steel hardware
3 Year Warranty
Regulation Clear Hoop Pool Basketball
Regulation pool basketball set includes tough 1/2" thick 32" X 43" acrylic backboard
Heavy duty regulation vinyl coated 18" stainless steel rim
Regulation size color matched ball
Notched 2 3/8" stainless post with a 20" overhang and escutcheon ring
Rim height is fixed 46" above the decking
Special brass anchor comes with finish cap to replace post when not in use
All hardware is stainless steel
Three year warranty
Aqua Hoop Pool Basketball
AquaHoop Basketball Set is an entry level game
Constructed of heavy duty 3P PVC
14" goal has a 23" playing height
Easy to assemble while being durable
Color matched ball included
Recommended for ages 6 & up
Dunn Rite AquaHoop mini basketball works perfectly
Regulation Clear Hoop Basketball 9"
Color matched to Regulation ClearHoop unit
9" diameter
1 year warranty
Start your summer off with a
Dunn Rite Basketball hoop and you will have endless fun in the pool for you and the kids. Dunn Rite wants to help make your summer the best yet!
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Best Swimming Pool Accessories
Having a swimming pool is one of the most commonly sought after luxuries for people of all ages. However, no matter how big or beautiful your pool may be, after a while, it will begin to lose its appeal without the proper accessories. Finding the perfect pool accessories is one of the best things you can do to truly enjoy your pool for years on end. That said, if you are searching for swimming pool accessories, you have come to the right place. The following is a list of the best pool accessories on the market.
Poolside Rock Climbing Walls
If you are looking for an adventurous pool accessory to spice up your pool time, a poolside rock climbing wall may be perfect for you. A stainless steel structure that goes up to 30 feet (ca. 9 meters) high, these rock climbing walls are easily installed and make for hours of fun. Work on your climbing skills without worrying about plummeting into the hard concrete or skinning up your knees.
Floating Pool Lounge
For those who love to luxuriate in the pool without breaking a sweat, a floating pool lounge is an excellent option. A large flotation device that comes complete with a hair, arm, and footrest for optimized comfort, this is great for everything from snapping selfies to taking a nap. Additionally, they can be used in or out of the pool, making them the ultimate pool lounge chair. With a leash you can attach your floating cooler to your pool lounger and never have to leave the pool.
Basketball Deck Combo
If you are looking for ways to have fun in the sun, the Deck Combo by Dunn Rite is your best bet. Play volleyball and basketball all day long without ever having to leave your own pool. This combo includes a regulation basketball hoop and volleyball set, allowing you to play for fun, step up your game while, or exercise all day long on your own or with your family and friends.
Overall, if you are seeking awesome pool accessories, this list is an excellent starting point. Not only can you enjoy your food and drinks without leaving the pool, but there are also options that will allow you to play games, talk with friends, or simply just take a relaxing nap as you float on the water. No matter if you want to have a nice relaxing day or want to play the day away, this list is sure to get you where you want to be.
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Best Pool Combo Units
If you have a pool you know how much fun it is to play sports in it. Pool basketball and pool volleyball are two of the most popular pool sports that are played. Dunn Rite carries a variety of combo units, so you can choose to play both with just a minor shift of equipment.
Regulation ClearHoop Combo
Complete Regulation ClearHoop Combo games so you are ready to play
Comes with two 2 3/8" brass anchors with covers
3 year warranty
Games CANNOT be played at the same time
Regulation ClearHoop
Regulation pool basketball set includes tough 1/2" thick 32" X 43" acrylic backboard
Heavy duty regulation vinyl coated 18" stainless steel rim
Regulation size color matched ball
Notched 2 3/8" stainless post with a 20" overhang and escutcheon ring
Rim height is fixed 46" above the decking
All hardware is stainless steel
Stainless DeckVolly
Regulation size pool volleyball set
Includes two 60" X 1.90"with special bushing to fit 2 3/8" diameter stainless steel posts with escutcheon rings
Heavy duty 24' net with shortening kit
Adjustable height net clamps
Red, White, & Blue colored volleyball
Hardware is brass and stainless steel
ClearHoop Jr. Combo
ClearHoop Jr Combo
Comes with 2 2 3/8" anchors with caps
Combo includes ClearHoop Jr & Stainless DeckVolly games
3 year warranty
Games CANNOT be played at the same time
Clear Hoop Jr
Midsize Pool Basketball set includes our tough 26" x 34" acrylic backboard
Heavy duty vinyl coated 14" stainless steel rim (RIM900)
Mid-sized color matched ball (B190)
Notched 2 3/8" stainless post with escutcheon ring
Rim height is fixed at 46" above the decking
All hardware is stainless steel
Stainless DeckVolly
Regulation size pool volleyball set
Fits 2 3/8" anchors
Includes two 60" X 1.90"with special bushing to fit 2 3/8" diameter stainless steel posts with escutcheon rings
Heavy duty 24' net with shortening kit
Adjustable height net clamps
Red, White, & Blue colored ball (VB005)
Hardware is brass and stainless steel
Deck Combo Clear
Complete Deck Combo Clear Unit
Games share 2 brass anchors to combine DeckVolly and Deck Shoot Clear set
3 Year Warranty
Games cannot be played at the same time
Deck Shoot Clear
Regulation size deck mounted unit
18" vinyl coated stainless steel rim (RIM375)
Reinforced 41" X 28" X .150" thick acrylic backboard
Color matched ball (B110)
Notched powder coated 2 3/8" aluminum post with 20" overhang
Rim fixed at 46" above decking
All hardware stainless steel
Recommended for salt system pools
DeckVolly
Regulation size pool volleyball set
2 heavy duty 58" x 2 3/8" diameter powder coated aluminum posts with escutcheon rings
2 2 3/8" brass anchors with caps
Heavy duty 24' net with shortening kit
Red, white, & blue colored volleyball (VB005)
Adjustable height net clamps
Hardware is brass and stainless steel
PoolSport Stainless Combo
PoolSport Stainless Combo
Comes with everything you need to play
2 in 1 set easily converts to either game without tools
2 - heavy duty polyethylene water filled stands
bases weigh 115 lbs when filled with water
1 - solid 22" x 31" poly backboard that overhangs the water (BB900)
1 - 13.5" vinyl coated stainless steel rim that is fixed at 36" above deck (RIM555)
1 - 7 3/4" diameter color matched basketball (B150)
1 - Hot pink volleyball (VB003)
1 - 16' volleyball net (spans up to 19' pool) (WVN001)
3 year warranty
CANNOT play both games at the same time
These are a few of the combo units that Dunn Rite carries. You can choose the hard mount options or the portable. Either way you are sure to enjoys hours of fun in your pool.
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Pool Game for Kids
If you are having a pool party, or just entertaining the kids in your neighborhood this summer, swimming pool games are a fun way to keep the kids engaged and laughing all summer long. Plus, they are a great way for adults to bond with their kids if they take part in them as well. Pool games might involve just a few kids or an entire team, depending on how elaborate the game is.
Pool Games for Kids
Volleyball
Purchase a
swimming pool volleyball unit and watch your kids have a blast this summer! The rules are the same are regular volleyball, the setting has just moved to the pool!
Basketball
You can choose either a
portable or deck mounted basketball hoop for your pool, and the kids can play a fun game of basketball. Playing in the pool adds to the challenge!
Octopus Tag
Octopus Tag is similar to regular tag, with just a few changes. The first child who is chosen as “it” will be at one end, with the rest of the kids at the other. When someone says “Go!” all the kids need to get to base, the other end of the pool. When the child who is “it” tags someone, the tagged child will also become “it”, and the two kids will join hands to tag more children. The one person who is left is the winner.
Hit the Bobbing Head
In this game, one player will stand in the middle of the pool holding a soft ball. The other players will stay underwater and each time they bob their heads up, the person who is in the middle of the pool will throw the soft ball at their head. If they are hit, they are now “it”.
Marco Polo
Most kids know this game. One person is blindfolded (or they can simply close their eyes). He or she calls out “Marco!” and the other children respond with “Polo!” The child who is blindfolded will try to tag the other kids by following their voices. If a child is tagged, he or she becomes “it”.
Treasure Hunt
The adults will place or hide items on the bottom of the pool—trinkets, small toys, etc. The kids have to grab these and bring them to the surface. The child who retrieves the most items wins.
Sharks
One child is chosen as the shark. He or she will stand at the end of the pool, facing away from the other children. The other kids will start at the other end of the pool and swim toward the shark; when the shark turns around, they must freeze. If they do not stop moving, they are out, but if a child touches the shark, he or she wins.
Freeze Tag
This is similar to regular Freeze Tag, with one twist. One person is “it” and each time they touch someone in the water, that child must freeze, until someone who is not “it” unfreezes them. However, if a child goes underwater, they cannot be tagged, or frozen.
Raft Battles
Kids will sit on inflatable rafts all over the pool. The objective is to bump into other rafts and upend them, tossing the other players into the pool.
Underwater Races
All children start at one end of the pool. When someone says “Go!” all the kids hold their breath and swim underwater. The one who goes the farthest wins.
Tug of War
Throw a rope in the water and allow the kids to divide into two teams. Each team pulls until they pull the other team across the center line.
These games will make summer fun! Try these pool games for kids this summer in your pool to keep the kids entertained.
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Pool Day Checklist
Summer days often mean a trip to the pool—maybe the one in your backyard, the neighborhood pool, or a friend’s. No matter where you’re heading, it’s important to check your pool day list, and check it twice, because few things are as frustrating as heading off to the pool only to find that a few of your essentials didn’t make the trip with you. From packing water to getting
pool basketball, we have you covered for your next pool day!
Pool Day Checklist
Here are just a few things you will need to make your day at the pool a great one:
Beach Bags
Make sure you have a large, sturdy, waterproof bag to hold all your supplies. You don’t want to use plastic bags for your wet items, a large waterproof beach bag is the way to go. Plus, a large bag with plenty of pockets will give you room for everything your family wants to bring along.
Beach Towels
Remember to bring your beach towels! And bring extras to line your beach bag with. If you put them at the bottom of your bag, they’ll absorb any water that might leak on the way home, or on the way there.
Water
Make sure to have lots of drinking water on hand. Whether you’re heading to someone else’s pool or your backyard pool, having plenty of water on hand is important. Have a cooler full of water to keep the kids from running in and out of the house to retrieve water—and if you’re at the neighborhood pool, having your own water will keep you from spending money at the snack bar.
Food
Have healthy snacks on hand for hunger pains. Bring chips, crackers, carrots, as well as sandwiches if you’ll be gone all day. And don’t forget paper towels or napkins.
Sunscreen
Sunscreen is the most important thing on your list. Choose a broad spectrum sunscreen that will block both UVA and UVB rays. Remember, you will need to reapply if you get wet or sweat. Even if you don’t get wet, you should still reapply every few hours.
Don’t squint all day! Sunglasses will save your eyesight and keep you from developing wrinkles. Find a pair of sunglasses that, like the sunscreen, block both UVA and UVB rays.
First Aid Kit
Pack a first aid kit in case of scrapes. Make sure to pack band-aids and antiseptic.
Extra Clothes
If you are heading to someone else’s pool, bring a change of clothes in case the ones your family are wearing get wet. This will make the ride home a lot more comfortable.
Umbrella and Chairs
Bring along a portable umbrella to give you some extra sun protection. Plus, a couple of comfy chairs will help if you aren’t sure there will be enough chairs to go around at the neighborhood pool.
Pool Accessories
You can't have a successful pool day without some excitement. Consider getting pool basketball or pool volleyball, so that you and your friends can heat things up with a little competition. It's fun for every age and it definitely will ensure your pool day is a blast! Other accessories could include: foam noodles, inflatables, etc.
Pool Shoe
Remember to pack pool shoes—shoes that can either get wet or some flip-flops that slip on and off easily. No one wants to have to slip on socks and lace-up shoes at the end of the day, especially when feet are wet.
Check this list and check it twice before you head off to the pool this summer to make sure you have everything you need for a stress-free day!
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Summer Pool Games for the Family
Nobody enjoys a poor sport. You know... that 'guy' who hangs out indoors by his television set, every day of the year and complains to his friends that he is bored. This summer, take the bull by the horns and get out there with your family and enjoy your pool with Dunn Rite Pool Products, which includes basketball and volleyball sets.
A Mounted Or Portable Basketball Set
Dunn Rite offers a wide range of basketball sets that can be mounted or moved around the perimeter of a pool. Decide if you would like to make a basketball set a permanent addition and research each model size that is available for purchase. Some basketball hoops are designed to be adjusted, which would be a benefit if you have young children who are going to have difficulty reaching the hoop right now.
With this type of feature, you can adjust the hoop to the lowest setting so that your children can comfortably reach the rim when they are practicing. As time passes and your children excel at basketball, raise the hoop a little. A basketball set includes an acrylic or polycarbonate backboard, a regulation size net, a bright-colored basketball, hardware, a base, and an instruction manual.
A basketball set that is moveable requires water to stabilize the base piece. Assemble the other components before using a water hose to fill the base. The pole that attaches to the hoop is designed to extend outward. This will prevent injuries, since you and your family members won't need to move close to the side of the pool in order to aim.
Because a basketball hoop is regulation size, you and the others can play with precision and this can be useful if you or any of your family members play basketball on a standard court and would like to perfect aims and throws.An Adjustable Volleyball Net
A standard volleyball set includes a net, stainless-steel hardware, clamps, mounting poles, anchors, and a regulation size ball. Some sets do not contain anchors and should only be purchased if you already have a way to stabilize the net. Two people are needed to install a net. One person can stand on each side of the pool and secure one of the poles to an anchor.
After unrolling the volleyball net, one side of the net should be secured to each pole. Each anchor contains a reservoir that must be filled with water. The water will prevent the anchors from moving. The clamps that were enclosed with your purchase should be used to adjust the height of the net. After choosing the desired height of the net, use one clamp to secure each side of the net.
For the first volleyball match, secure the net so that it hangs low and close to the pool's waterline. As you and your family grow accustomed to competing in matches, raise the net slightly so that each game is more challenging.A Combo Unit That Includes Both Games
A combo unit contains everything that is needed to play basketball and volleyball. Purchase a kit if you would like to provide yourself and your family members with the opportunity to play both games during recreational sessions in the pool. After you receive your order, familiarize yourself with the equipment and the hardware that is needed to assemble the pieces of each game.
Read the assembly instructions and locate each piece that is described in the installations steps. By learning how to set up each game, you won't need to waste a lot of time when you are ready to set up the equipment so that you can compete in some family-friendly competitions. Each game should be used separately. This will provide everyone with ample room to move around in the pool.
During times that your pool is not going to be used, the recreational equipment should be stored in a clean, dry area. Before placing the items in storage, drain the water that was added to each base. Use a screwdriver or power drill to remove hardware pieces. Use a towel to wipe off the materials. Place the equipment inside of a waterproof container and set the container inside of your garage or storage shed.Dunn-Rite Pool Products and Inflatable Paddle Boards
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Pool Basketball Rules
There are so many great reasons to love summer. The weather is great, school is out, and most people do not mind getting outside and enjoying it. The only draw back to most summer activities is that it can get so hot you are just miserable and want to head back inside where the AC will protect you from the heat or take a dunk in the pool. If you hate choosing between fun sports activities and staying cool, then pool sports such as basketball is the solution.
What is Pool Basketball?
Pool basketball is literally the best of both worlds for summer fun. With a quality pool basketball hoop, your backyard pool can become a fun family battle ground for endless days of summer fun. The
pool basketball hoops from Dunn-Rite products are strong, durable and able to withstand even the most serious basketball showdowns.
Pool basketball hoops come in a few different varieties. Floating Aqua Hoops are simple pool toys which you can easily add to your pool. These toys allow players to move around the pool with the hoop and make shots from anywhere. This is great for low key playtime, especially for smaller kids.
If you want to take your pool basketball to a more serious level, there are heavy duty hoops which can be placed at the deep end of your pool. These can come in both mounted or unmounted styles. Mounted styles offer the best in durability, while unmounted allow the flexibility of moving the hoop when you wish.
How to Play Pool Basketball
Obviously, you can have a ton of fun just shooting hoops and making up your own rules as you go, but if you are interested in hosting some serious games with a bigger group, there are official rules to pool basketball, in fact this sport has been added to many collegiate line ups at colleges across America. The following water basketball rules were taken from the student recreation information of the University of Arkansas.
There should be 5 players per team, with only 4 in the water. This is a great number for most neighborhood games, or even large family get togethers.
Players are required, in official pool basketball, to remain inside an inner tube flotation device at all times. If you don’t want to follow the official rules, obviously you don’t have to, but the flotation devices make the game a bit more challenging, not to mention it really intensifies the work out you are getting.
Each team is only allowed 3 fouls. If your team exceeds the fouls, then the other team begins accumulating points for each foul. The rules of play are very similar to that of court basketball except that free throws and 3-point shots are not allowed.
Out of bounds is considered the edge of the pool. If the ball goes beyond the edge of the pool it will be considered out of bounds.
There are violations in pool basketball just as there are in court ball, however the violations are quite different. Players are not allowed to exit their inner tubes. Any action which takes place outside of the inner tube is obsolete. Players are not allowed to push off the sides of the pool to give themselves momentum or advantage. The ball cannot be submerged in an effort to keep it away from another player. Players cannot jostle other players by grabbing their inner tube. Players may not push, shove or hold anyone under water. Any of these actions result in a personal foul.
Water basketball is just one of the many fun pool sports you can incorporate into your family’s pool time this summer. Having a pool is great but having a pool that doubles as a family rec center, is even better. Dunn-Rite Pool Products has everything you need to turn your pool into the go to spot for family fun and exercise.
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Water Basketball and Pool Games You Need to Try
It’s summer and it’s time to get out and enjoy the sunshine. If you have a pool, you’re in a select group of lucky individuals who don’t even have to leave their homes in order to have a blast. Pools are a great way to get family and friends together for some fun in the sun, whether you're playing water basketball or just hanging out. Even when it’s hot and humid, a pool offers the perfect way to be active without being overheated.
Water Basketball & Pool Games You Need to Try
And
it’s a good thing you’ve got a built-in source of entertainment
right in your own backyard. In our world of hustle and bustle,
there’s a growing
trend to take a summer vacation at home.
Whimsically
named “staycations,” this trend underscores that today’s
families want simpler fun and leisure activities that don’t cost a
lot of money and don’t require the hectic pace of airline and car
travel.
So
there are the staycationers, but what’s even more interesting is
that more and more Americans seem to be opting for no vacations at
all, with 43% of Americans claiming
they won’t take vacation at all this summer.
But
don’t worry. If you have a pool, “no vacation” doesn’t
necessarily mean “no fun.”
Because
you’re lucky enough to have a staple of summer fun, you’ll be
able to fill your evenings and weekends with a whole slew of
activities that are fun for the whole family.
And
just to show you what we mean, we’ve compiled a list of some of the
best activities for pool-time entertainment.
Water Basketball — A Great Way to Get
Fun and Fit
Water basketball is one of the most exciting pool sports and one that can
engage the whole family, from small to tall.
The
game has a long
history of providing a watery challenge for aficionados. Created
to be a combination of basketball and water polo, water basketball is
the ultimate family-friendly competitive water sport. In
general, it involves five-player teams who each shoot a regulation
pool basketball into a goal once their team has gained possession of
the ball.
Variations
of the game were developed in Slovenia, where a floating basket was
introduced. While this adds some difficulty to the game, in the home
pool a floating basket can be just right for smaller children. Finally,
two players from Slovenia created a basket specifically for pool
basketball that featured a pole that extends into the water with a
basket that’s hung over the water level by one meter. This allows
the game to played behind the basket, which added to the
competitiveness and excitement.
Bring Water Basketball to the Pool
At
Dunn-Rite, we manufacture high-quality pool basketball equipment that
can bring this fun, dynamic sport to your very own backyard. You
can choose from our
floating basketball hoop called AquaHoop to make it easier for small children or one of our
many fine
equipment sets.
Our
products are made with strong, corrosion-resistant materials for
protection against saltwater and chlorine environments as well as
protection against UV rays. This
attention to quality means you’ll be able to enjoy your pool
basketball equipment for years to come.
To
play the game at home, you can any follow any variation of the
standard rules, or even create your own game.
Generally,
people tend to follow the same rules for violations, which include:
No pushing off of the side of
the pool.
No submerging the ball to
keep it from the other players.
No off-balancing other
players.
Free throws and 3-point shots
are disallowed.
Goal tending just means a
point for the other team.
The pool edges serve as
boundaries and the ball is “out” beyond them.
If a player forces a ball
out, the other team gets the point.
Any of the above actions
results in a foul.
Really,
it’s your pool and your game. The sky’s the limit for creativity
and fun!
Pool Games to Try
There
are more games than just pool basketball on the agenda this summer.
With
just a few basic pieces of equipment, you can turn your pool area
into a fun and fabulous destination for friends, family, and
neighbors.
Water Volleyball (aka Pool Volleyball)
Another
exciting game for home pools, pool volleyball offers a way to get the
whole family in on the action.
With
two teams of one to four people depending on the size of the pool,
this fast-moving game can easily accommodate even the youngest
players.
Smaller
or shorter players can occupy the shallower section of the pool,
while older or taller players can move into the deeper water.
The
rules are simple — don’t let the ball touch the water or go out
of the pool onto the decking or grass. Most people play to 11, 15, or
25 points and a team must have a two-point lead to win the game.
You
don’t need much equipment to get a good game going, Dunn-Rite provides everything you need in the same high-quality materials
you’ve come to expect from them.
You
can choose from a set where the net is mounted into poles in your
pool deck or where the net extends from weighted bases that sit on
top of your deck’s surface.
Like
all Dunn-Rite pool equipment, their
pool volleyball units are made from
heavy-duty materials of the highest quality to stand up to rigorous
play, pool conditions, and the harsh rays of the sun.
Covered or “Blind” Volleyball
Want
to find another great game to play with your pool volleyball
equipment?
Covered
volleyball is a simple way to spice up your pool ball game without
spending a lot of money or taking time out to set up extra equipment.
Covered
volleyball involves hanging sheets or towels over the volleyball net
so that you can’t see the positions and movements of the opposing
team.
This
means you’ll never know where the ball is coming from, so you’ll
have to be on your toes. Any number of players can play, making this
ideal for large group settings.
Like
any volleyball game, the points are scored when the ball hits the
surface of the water or the pool deck. Follow the usual volleyball
scoring rules and game play.
Night Ball
It
seems like the simplest of switch-ups but playing pool basketball or
volleyball with a bit of glow-in-the-dark equipment can add interest
and entertainment to your game play.
You
can suit your team up with glow-in-the-dark T-shirts to wear over
their bathing suits, get a glow-in-the-dark ball, or even substitute
a glow-in-the-dark basketball net for the one that came with your
hoop.
Most
of these glow-in-the-dark items are not chlorine, UV ray, or
saltwater-resistant, so you’ll need to remove them at the end of
game-play and replace them with your original, pool-quality equipment.
Bucket Ball
If
you’re lucky enough to have a Dunn-Rite AquaHoop floating basketball hoop, you have all you need to play a game of
bucket ball.
It’s
best to have multiple floating hoops for more challenging game play,
but even one will do. First, get a hold of some floating bean bags or
floating hacky sacks.
Your
aim is for your team to get as many bean bags or hacky sacks into the
floating hoop as possible, taking turns from one team to the next.
If
you have more than one hoop, both teams can play at the same time or
you can position the hoops at different places in the pool.
If
you have hoops at different places, team members can score more
points for making the more challenging shot.
This
game lends itself to all kinds of iterations. You can use different
floating items to score baskets, have a team member move the basket
while someone takes a shot, or have everyone jump around to cause the
motion of the water to move the baskets.
There’s
no end to the number of games your friends and family can invent
using these simple pieces of equipment.
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