Although the trend sport has been around in the USA since 1989, “Roundnet” has only gained importance here in recent years. The popular team game is now a must-have in the summer. We explain the rules of the game to you.
Roundnet is actually the correct name for this sport, but the word “Spikeball” (a brand name) has become established in many places. It translates as “butterball” and combines two sports: volleyball and four square. The 360-degree trend sport is played with two teams of two players each, who stand in a circle around a small trampoline – a kind of ring around which a net is stretched. The aim of the game is to smash a small ball onto the net in such a way that the opposing team cannot play it back and it touches the ground. You can use your whole body to receive or pass the ball. The question arises: When is the game won? Below you will find an overview of the most important rules of Roundnet.
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These are the rules of the game: Roundnet briefly explained
If you are playing Spikeball for the first time and don’t know the process (yet), you can use the following basic rules as a guide:
All players stand in a circle around the net and are allowed to move among themselves within a radius of 360 degrees in all directions when it is their turn. One player smashes the ball into the net so that it jumps up and the opposing team has a maximum Three touches repeatedly hit the ball back into the net until a mistake or foul occurs. Then it is the other team’s turn – this move alternates between both teams until the maximum number of points has been reached and the game ends.
Important: When a point is awarded, the right to serve goes to the generic team – and the game starts again.
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Scoring: How to win Spikeball
Similar to volleyball, the outcome of the game is decided based on points, meaning the team that goes first always wins 21 points has reached. And the rules are also similar – these are the most important ones:
Each team is allowed to touch the ball a maximum of three times before it is played. All types of ball contact are permitted with all parts of the body. The ball must touch the net during an attack and bounce off it. The opposing team must not be hindered by anyone.
The opposing team always gets a point if:
the ball touches your own team after it hits the net.the ball does not touch the net (after three touches).the ball bounces on the net several times in a row.two incorrect serves were made in a row.the ball touches the net frame of the trampoline.the Ball falls from the net and touches the ground.
A notice: You can find the official rules here.
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Buy Roundnet: This is what you need to know
Not every set is set up equally well, so you should think in advance about what you need for your Spikeball game – such as a trampoline with a net, matching feet and at least two balls. And that’s not all:
The scope of delivery
Depending on the manufacturer, the delivery includes a bag or bag for transport and an air pump for inflating the balls. If this is not the case, both can also be purchased separately. There are also special accessories that allow you to play Spikeball in water (i.e. in the pool).
The network
It is important to know that there are different sized networks. The standard dimensions are usually 90 centimeters – but there are also larger models for children and spikeball beginners that guarantee greater accuracy. The tighter the net is stretched, the easier the game is.
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The balls
The balls also come in different sizes: The standard sets usually always contain the same sizes, but for official tournaments there are also other models that are used in competition. When purchasing individual balls, always pay attention to the size and when inflating the balls, pay attention to the bar information provided by the provider.
Quelle: Roundnet Germany e.V., www.roundnet-deutschland.de
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