Fun Basketball Games to Play on a Backyard Court

Kids and adults alike can play various basketball games on simple backyard courts

A basketball is useful for much more than a five-on-five intense shooting game on a full-sized basketball court. Kids and adults alike can play various basketball games on simple backyard courts. This article shares some of the best ones.

Horse

The game is arguably the most popular basketball game. To start, players take turns shooting from any distance they choose. When someone makes a shot, other players have to shoot from where that person threw the ball. If they miss, they get a letter. A player that collects all the letters spelling the word “horse” is out of the game. The game goes on until only one player is left on the court.

Around the World

In Around the World, the idea is for players to make consecutive shots around the court. The game works on shooting skills and often takes place behind the three-point line. However, depending on the player’s ability, it can start wherever they decide.

The first player takes a shot from the three-point line (or closer). When they make a shot, they move to a 45-degree angle from the basket and go for the next shot. They should take the third shot directly in front of the hoop.

The player goes on until they make it around the three-point line perimeter. If they miss a shot, they start again from the beginning.

Players can twist the game by not returning to the initial spot but giving them the option to redeem their position. For example, they can spin around fast four times and take another shot. If they make it, they stay in their place.

Musical Baskets

Musical Baskets is a kid-favorite basketball game involving many people. Every player has a ball, and one person controls the music. The balls are placed in a circle, and the players walk around them as the music plays.

When the DJ stops the music, players must grab a ball and shoot until they make a basket. When they do, they sit down. The last person shooting is out of the game.

Buzzer beater

This game requires one basketball, one stopwatch, and unlimited players. Each player has 10 seconds to make shots and is responsible for keeping track of the baskets. The player who makes the most baskets wins.

This simple game is ideal for players who like to shoot.

Monkey in the middle

This fun passing game is perfect for building hand-eye coordination. Two players have to pass the ball, while the third one is between them and tries to catch it. The players should pass the ball through the entire court’s length. When the third player catches the ball, they replace whoever threw last, and that person is now the monkey in the middle.

Play these fun backyard court games

Basketball games are fun for all ages. Parents, kids, siblings, and friends can enjoy the above game ideas to maximize their free time.

Ensuring backyard court safety, however, is crucial before letting anyone play. Schedule a maintenance check or repair your backyard court by contacting a professional court service provider.

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