Rocket Bocce
Closest to the Target Wins
The Target: A small cone, ball, or marker placed on the floor
Setup
- Place a target (cone, tennis ball, or marker) 15-25 feet away
- All players launch from the same spot
- Each player/team needs rockets they can identify (colored tape works great!)
- Keep a measuring tape handy for close calls
How to Play
- First player launches toward the target
- Players take turns, one launch at a time
- After everyone has launched, measure distances
- Closest rocket to the target wins the round!
- Move the target to a new spot for the next round
Scoring
- Closest rocket: 3 points
- Second closest: 1 point
- Hitting the target: Bonus +2 points
- Knocking opponent's rocket away: Totally legal!
Winning
- Quick Game: First to 10 points wins
- Full Game: 5 rounds, highest total wins
- Knockout: Farthest rocket each round is eliminated
Pro Tip: Sometimes launching second is an advantage - you can try to knock the leader away! Strategy matters as much as aim.