Have you recently purchased a bristle dartboard, just started playing the game and now you’re wondering it darts a sport? Some people may not consider it a sport since it’s a common pub and bar game that’s viewed as more of a hobby, but it’s actually considered an official sport all over the globe. Like other major sports, such as basketball, baseball, and soccer, darts is governed by major organizations that oversee the rules and […]
You can buy or make the best cornhole bags to customize your pro cornhole setup, so you can use bags that are regulation weight and size. These bags offer a great slide, perfect balance and a heavy-duty design that you know will last. It may also be a more affordable option, especially if you and your family play often. These bags aren’t designed to last forever, so learning how to make your own can be […]
During the summertime, playing cornhole matches with family and friends is as common as barbeques and camping. Using the best cornhole boards, you can challenge your friends, neighbors and family, setting up competitions, forming teams and spending some much-needed quality time with your loved ones. The game itself is great for people of all ages and skill levels. If your old cornhole board is now falling apart, or you want to put your woodworking skills […]
All over the globe, you’ll find professional foosball competitions, some of which award winners thousands of dollars in cash prizes. Several of these competitions include the top players from all over the world playing on the best foosball tables in the country. If you’ve been practicing day and night to get competition-ready, this guide on how to enter the Foosball World cup and other major competitions will discuss entry fees, categories you can compete in, […]
As a beginner, there’s so much to learn about the game of pool, from the way you hold the cue, to how to properly maintain your new pool table. Adding some spin to the cue ball is one of the first advanced techniques you should focus on mastering, and one that can go a long way toward improving your performance. Learning how to apply spin to the cue ball correctly can require plenty of patience […]
People new to pool often spend a lot of time online searching for pool aiming tips that can help them improve their score, shot precision, and overall performance. Just having the best pool table and cue often isn’t enough. Hours of daily practice is required, but if you’re not using the right aiming techniques, you’ll find yourself frustrated and feeling defeated at the end of every practice. This guide can help you improve your aim […]
Air hockey is a fun, challenging, competitive game. Even if you don’t participate in tournaments and mainly play with friends, learning about different techniques such as air hockey drifting, can significantly improve your chances of crushing your buddies during the next match. Using the right pucks and paddles, a pro air hockey table setup, and practicing the techniques I’ll cover here, can be a total game changer, one that can help you dominate every match. […]
Learning how to set up a foosball table may sound easy, but if you’ve purchased the best foosball table money can buy, then you’re looking at a complicated assembly that can take hours. Why? Because most manufacturers include instructions that are either too complex or too vague. In this guide, I’ll go over the basics of foosball table assembly, so you can have your new table assembled in no time. Professional Assembly Professional assembly is […]
Pool table cushions are one of the few parts of a pool table that might need replacement at some point. Along with the felt, they are under the most amount of stress due to the balls constantly bumping into them at high speeds. This typically leads to wear and tear that requires a swap. If you’re in this for the long-term, learning how to change pool table cushions is something you should definitely do. In […]
In general, pool tables don’t require a ton of maintenance if you take good care of them. There is one element of them, however, that tends to pick up dust, dirt, chalk, and other debris easily. That is the table’s cloth. Learning how to clean the pool table cloth is not as hard as one might think. There are some simple dos and don’ts that you have to keep in mind and in this article, […]
In order to learn how to clean billiard balls, you will need to first understand why and how they go bad. Another important thing is to create a habit of polishing and cleaning them frequently, as well as storing them properly. Most beginners will neglect ball maintenance and will often have their pool balls turn yellow or lose their shine in just a few years. In reality, with proper maintenance, you can prolong some ball […]
It’s a great evening and you’re having a good time with your friends playing a game of pool. You aim and hit the cue ball perfectly but it goes to the left and doesn’t hit its target properly. Bummer, right? Well, in order to prevent such things from happening you need to learn how to level a pool table the right way. In this article, we will go through all the steps you have to […]
Ping pong tables are surprisingly good dust-magnets, especially outdoors models. They are, in their essence, furniture and can get dirty either when people frequently use them or store them improperly. To know how to clean and maintain your table tennis table properly, you need to learn what detergents to use, which ones to avoid, and how to make sure that the table will keep its original coating over the years. In summary, here is how […]
Cornhole is a fun game that’s age appropriate for every member of the family. Like most family-style games, the cornhole rules are very simple to follow and easy to remember. The rules of the game are set by the American Cornhole League. Of course, many families tweak the rules a little to make the game their own. Here, I’ll include all of the official rules of the game, how it’s played, and how to win. […]
Some people haven’t heard of the game of cornhole, also referred to as corn toss. This game is very similar to a standard game of horseshoes, except instead of metal stakes and horseshoes, you’ll use corn bags and a cornhole board. Learning how to play cornhole can be a fun challenge for the whole family. It’s fun for people of all ages and can be a great way to enjoy some quality family time during […]
Air hockey is a dynamic game with an increasing interest surrounding it. While more and more people love playing this game for fun, there are also a lot of people that take a more competitive approach. Learning good attack strategies and implementing successful air hockey defense tips into your game is going to be crucial to your success at an air hockey competition. Some of the most important defense tips and tactics are: Before we […]
In this beginner’s guide to shuffleboard, you’ll learn how to play the game using basic and advanced strategies, how scoring works, and I’ll also include some great tips and tricks that can help you earn a higher score. Shuffleboard is a game that involves the use of weighted pucks that players will slide across a table into the high-scoring areas. Pucks that make it the closest to the edge of the table will earn more […]
You may have seen the pros throw darts and it looks unbelievably easy, however it’s a lot more difficult than most people think. If you don’t know how to throw darts and your first attempt was frustrating and unsuccessful, then this guide of throwing techniques will walk you through the process, so with practice, you can significantly improve your aim and throwing style in no time. Stance is Everything Assuming the correct stance is the […]
When you switch on your air hockey table and realize that it’s not playing the way it normally does, the puck seems to barely move, and you’re having trouble just getting the puck to make it from one end of the table to the other, it can be pretty frustrating. But air hockey tables require a lot of TLC to keep them working correctly. In this air hockey table troubleshooting guide I’ll go over many […]
Most new players will hold their pool cue incorrectly. This is a very simple mistake to make and it’s one that won’t be obvious to the newbie. Holding the cue correctly will be crucial since it will help with shot consistency and accuracy. Even the best pool cue for beginners will be completely useless if you don’t know how to hold a pool cue properly for shot accuracy and power. A poor hand bridge and […]
Those that are new to darts often stumble upon the same problem in the beginning, and that’s trying to determine the best place to hang a dartboard. Even with the best electronic dartboard, the board must be hung in a certain way, so that the walls in the home and any surrounding furniture or décor are not susceptible to damage. So, let’s go over the different options of dartboard placement and learn about safe alternatives […]
A game room just isn’t complete without the best air hockey table on display. But even a top of the line model will run into issues every now and then, especially when it comes to gliding action. So, if you’re new to air hockey table ownership, then this guide on how to make air hockey table slide better will come in handy, once you notice the puck isn’t flying across the surface quite as fast […]
No family room or rec room is complete without a dartboard. Learning how to make a dartboard will allow you to customize it based on who’s going to use it, playing style, and more. You can make a dartboard out of a variety of materials, however, the classic cork dartboard is by far the easiest to make, although many people prefer using a good bristle dartboard, since it provides a great playing surface. So, read […]
Deciding how to keep score in darts will depend on the type of game you’re playing. However, there are some standard rules that you must follow in every game. Here, I’ll go over the basics of darts scoring so you can get started quickly with some of the most popular games, such as cricket and 501. Fortunately, keeping track of dart scores is a pretty straightforward process, however, if you’re playing with more than one […]
Learning how to make a ping pong paddle make seem like a tough job, especially if you’re not handy in the workshop, but here, you’ll find a simple, fast way to create your own custom paddle. So, what equipment do you need? What type of blade design should you choose? Read on to find out? Making A Custom Paddle If you have looked for the best ping pong paddle for your home setup and weren’t […]
Throwing even the best steel tip darts can be very dangerous, but it can also be fun and exciting. When it comes to playing with the pros, the goal will be focused on winning the game, but in order to win you need to learn how to consistently hit the bullseye in darts. There are many throwing styles you can try out, different products that can have an impact on your performance and how well […]
If you want to get better at darts, then practice is key. Following a routine practice session that consists of dart drills for beginners will help you stay on track, can allow you to monitor your progress, and will allow you to focus on important areas of the game that need work. When you practice throwing darts, there’s more to it than just tossing some darts at the board for an hour a day. You’re […]
Learning how to make your own ping pong table can be a great project for the whole family and it will only cost you a fraction of the price you’d pay if you purchased a manufactured table. If you and the kids loving playing ping pong, and you’re handy with a saw, with the right instructions, tools, and materials, you can make a table in just a few days. Below, I’ll include two plan options, […]
While many argue that darts is a game, not a sport, this tried and true pastime has become a staple in bars and pubs all over the world. Darts is a sport that’s widely played in many parts of the world, and over the decades, the darts rules have changed, turning this game into a more structured and organized sport. This sport is regulated by a couple of governing bodies, the BDO and the PDC, […]
If you’re a beginner or a casual player, then this guide on table tennis rules will go over the basics of the game, while also discussing some of the most common made-up rules of the game that many people surprisingly follow. Table tennis is a game that can provide hours of entertainment for the whole family, but if you want to start playing this game competitively, then learning the rules of the game is one […]
Foosball is a fun and challenging game that players of all ages and skill levels can enjoy. Learning how to serve in foosball is simple enough, with the right technique and a little practice. Just like soccer or football, the serve it what initiates the game. But learning how to serve the right way can set you up for success, allowing you to easily smash the competition. The Serve Sometimes referred to as the drop, […]