Rocket Capture
Catch the Rocket!
The Goal: Launch while your partner catches the rocket in a bucket!
⚠ Safety First ⚠
Catcher must watch the rocket at ALL times. Never look away from an incoming rocket!
Catcher must watch the rocket at ALL times. Never look away from an incoming rocket!
Setup
- Teams of 2: one launcher, one catcher
- Each catcher has a bucket, laundry basket, or large box
- Catcher stands 40-60 feet downfield (adjust for skill)
- Catcher can move anywhere within a marked 10-foot zone
- Multiple teams can play simultaneously
The Positions
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Launcher
Aims & fires
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Catcher
Tracks & catches
How to Play
- Launcher aims toward catcher's zone
- Launcher shouts "LAUNCHING!" before firing
- Catcher tracks the rocket and moves to intercept
- Catch it in the bucket before it hits the ground!
- Each team gets 5 attempts
- Switch roles and repeat
- Most catches wins!
Scoring & Variants
- Basic: 1 point per catch, most catches wins
- Distance Bonus: Catches beyond 50 ft = 2 points
- Shrinking Zone: Catcher's zone gets smaller each round
- No-Look Launch: Catcher faces away until "LAUNCHING!" is called
- Moving Catcher: Catcher must keep walking - no standing still!
Communication Tips: Develop signals! Launcher can call "HIGH!" or "LOW!" after firing. Catcher can signal "READY!" when in position. Great teamwork beats great individual skill every time.