tetherball pole

The pole is often 10 feet (3.0 m) high, and can be as low as 7 feet (2.1 m) high depending upon the height of the players.

How do you make a tetherball pole?

Step 1: Paint Tire. Make sure that your tire is clean and dry. Step 2: Drill Pipe for Rebar. Step 3: Prep for Concrete. Step 4: Add Concrete and Level Pole. Step 5: Add Decorative Stones. Step 6: Install Eye Bolt Into Cap Piece. Step 7: Hang the Ball. Step 8: Play.

How long should a tetherball pole be?

The length of the tetherball rope must sit 2-feet above the ground. The standard pole length for tetherball should be 10-feet above the ground. This means that the average tetherball rope should be around 8-feet in length.

How much space do you need for a tether ball?

Find a flat open playing area at least 20ft (6.1m) square. For best results many people prefer to anchor the tetherball pole and sleeve to the ground with cement.

What size is a tetherball?

The official tetherball court has a 20-foot diameter circle drawn around a 10′ pole in the direct center. The court is divided into four sections, two play areas for the players to stand in, and two neutral zones separating them.

Can you catch the ball in tetherball?

Tetherball Rules:

Ball or rope cannot be held or caught. Players must stay within play area. Players cannot touch the pole.

How much does a tetherball cost?

The cost of tetherball ranges from being free to play at a local park to hundreds of dollars for an industrial setup. However, for the casual backyard tetherball player, a reliable, quality tetherball set will cost around $60 to $70.

Is tetherball a professional sport?

Tetherball continues to remain an informal sport. Leagues are extremely rare, and professional tetherball organizations do not currently exist.

What is the purpose of tetherball?

The object of tetherball is to wrap the entire length of rope around the pole in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction. The final wrap must occur above the center line in order to be considered legal. The first player to reach this point wins the game.