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EPISODE · Mar 25, 2025 · 8 MIN

How I Play Splatball in Physed Class

from The Supersized PhysEd Podcast · host David Carney

Send us Fan MailGreeting PE Nation!In this episode I share my accidental invention of "Splatball," a creative PE game using water-filled tennis ball canisters that explode on impact. This game emerged while seeking wind-resistant alternatives to traditional bowling pins for outdoor play.• Game involves two teams trying to knock down opponent's water-filled canisters• Can be played with bowling balls, hockey sticks, or other equipment• Students whose pins get knocked down join offensive play so no one sits out• Works best outdoors where splashing water evaporates quickly• Various modifications possible based on age group and available spaceGrab the free Splatball PDF in the episode notes to try this game with your students, and check out the video link to see the game in action. Take care,DaveFREE Splatball PDFSplatball Video 1Splatball Video 2Join my Substack newsletter, where I share PE tips, games and strategies.***New FREE Video Course!!!***Beg, Borrow, Build and Steal ebook with links, Free game PDFs and my personal grant writing files: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Beg-Borrow-Build-and-Steal-Equipment-13063549Become a guest on the show: podcast signup formFREE E-Book on setting up your PE programMy website: https://www.supersizedphysed.comGet my book: High Fives and Empowering Lives: A Physical Educator’s Quest for ExcellencePaperback or download: HEREAmazon Ebook: HERESupport the show-High Fives and Empowering Lives  book available as an ebook or paperback-Paperback or download: HERE-Amazon Ebook: HERE

Send us Fan Mail Greeting PE Nation! In this episode I share my accidental invention of "Splatball," a creative PE game using water-filled tennis ball canisters that explode on impact. This game emerged while seeking wind-resistant alternatives to traditional bowling pins for outdoor play. • Game involves two teams trying to knock down opponent's water-filled canisters • Can be played with bowling balls, hockey sticks, or other equipment • Students whose pins get knocked down join offensive ...

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