Silly Server Game Directions

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Materials:

  • Sturdy paper plates (1 per team)
  • Ping pong balls (1 per team or more for variations)
  • A clear area for running (indoors or outdoors)

Setup:

  1. Divide the group into two or more teams.
  2. Mark a starting line for each team.
  3. Set a turnaround point (or a cone) at the other end of the space for the relay. The distance should be far enough to challenge players but safe for running.
  4. Give the first player in each team a paper plate and a ping pong ball.

Game Play:

  1. The first player on each team must balance the plate on one hand, holding it “waiter style” with the whole hand under the plate.
  2. Place one ping pong ball on the plate.
  3. When you say “Go,” the first players race to the turnaround point and back, balancing the ball on the plate.
  4. If the ball falls off the plate, they must go back to the start and begin again.
  5. Once the first player completes the race, they hand the plate and ball to the next player in line.
  6. The next player repeats the race.
  7. The first team to have all players finish the race wins.

Variations:

  • For a challenge, add more ping pong balls to the plate for each new player.
  • Instead of running in a straight line, players can weave in and out of teammates spaced out across the playing area.

Safety Notes:

  • Make sure the running area is clear of obstacles to avoid tripping.
  • Encourage players to run carefully to prevent dropping the ball or bumping into others.

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