Ball Games

Communities across the nation are organizing events that encourage local families to come out and play. Why? It's good for kids, it's good for grown-ups -- and it's good, old-fashioned fun.

Four goals, four teams, and a recycled "ball" make this homespun game a little like soccer, squared.

Get moving after a giant feast with a wacky all-ages flag football match

These ball-based games are perfect for the very young.

This test of marksmanship richly rewards the player who can hit all five holes in a single turn.

In this game, players can't see what happens once they've thrown the ball to the other team, so the element of surprise is a big part of the fun.

Have fun playing this indoor game that is a twist on boccie ball.

Spell out some fun with this learning game.

You won't strike out with this fun indoor bowling game

It just wouldn't seem like Thanksgiving without a post-dinner football game.

Kids can practice their placekicking -- and increase the challenge as their aim improves -- with this adjustable goalpost made from pool noodles.

Seaside bowling has its advantages like bare feet allowed, the alley's free, and there's an unlimited supply of pins.