Pinnie Bowling
Pinnie bowling: cones topped with pinnies are the pins; students roll a ball to knock down as many as possible.
How to play
- Set up 6–10 cones in a triangle with a pinnie draped on each.
- Students roll a ball from behind a line 5–8 m away.
- Count the pins knocked down (a pinnie falling counts too).
- Teammates reset the pins and the next player rolls.
Rules
- Roll the ball along the floor, never throw it.
- Wait until the pins are reset.
Variations
Easier
Line close to the pins.
Standard
Standard distance.
Harder
Farther line or non-dominant hand.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: roll the ball down a ramp.
- Very inclusive for all levels.
Learning goals
- Improve rolling accuracy.
- Learn to keep score and take turns.
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