Wiffle ball requires a hollow plastic ball that does not travel far, even when hit with a powerful swing. This variation of baseball, invented by David Mullany in 1953, allows children and adults to practice pitching and hitting in backyards and...
Wiffle ball is a recreational game that mimics baseball. Pitches are thrown with a plastic ball that has oblong holes on one half of the ball. This design allows the ball to curve dramatically, giving batters a chance to work on hitting a curve...
Often seen as a child's game, wiffle ball provides a safer option for those who enjoy baseball, replacing baseball's wooden bat and hard ball with plastic alternatives. Yet many adults still enjoy playing wiffle ball, with the game allowing them...
Wiffle ball is a game that is played a lot like baseball, but instead of a baseball and baseball bat, players use a Wiffle ball and Wiffle ball bat. In addition, some players field bare-handed instead of using gloves and in most cases the pitcher...
Trying to hit a home run in Wiffle ball presents different challenges than trying to hit a home run in traditional baseball. Since the Wiffle ball is much lighter and is affected by the wind much more than a baseball, technique is perhaps more...
The open slits in a Wiffle ball's lightweight design allow the pitcher to throw a perfect curve ball without overexerting his arm by merely changing the way he is holding the ball. Depending on your grip, you can throw other pitches, such as a...
The Wiffle ball, made of lightweight perforated plastic, was designed in 1953 to be used in backyards, city streets and even indoors in basements and playrooms. The perforations ensure that the ball doesn't travel far, allowing games to be played...
Throwing special pitches like a screwball using a Wiffle ball is significantly simpler than throwing one with a regular baseball because of the slits cut into the ball's hollow frame. The air passing the ball's surface travels in and out of the...
David N. Mullany invented Wiffle ball in Connecticut in the 1950s so that his children could pitch and swing at a ball in a small backyard without breaking windows. A Wiffle ball is a perforated plastic ball rather than a hard baseball or...
To help promote physical activity, children need to be introduced to a variety of sports or games. If they are able to try out different activities, they will typically stick with the ones that appeal to them. Children need fun activities that...
Learning to hit a baseball is one of the most difficult tasks in sports. You are trying to hit a round ball with a round bat squarely. This takes hand-eye coordination, quickness, strength and confidence. When teaching young players how to hit,...
Most backyards lack the space to play a full game of baseball with regular bats and balls. To avoid broken windows and angry neighbors, variations of the classic sport give kids a chance to practice their skills without any damage. Backyard...
When your kids and their friends want to play baseball, you may have trouble finding a field for them to use. However, they don't need to go to a field to work on their skills and have fun playing the game. There are a variety of baseball-related...
The cutter is a baseball pitch similar to a fastball but with a slight curve to it, making it a deadly addition to your pitching résumé. When thrown using a wiffle ball, the pitch's flight pattern is exaggerated by the extra...
You don’t need a regulation playing field or court to play sports in your own yard. You can play a variety of sports and games in small backyard spaces with makeshift fields or courts. Encourage your kids to stay active by playing backyard...
Active games can help keep kids off the couch and away from the TV. Take advantage of warmer summer months to play outdoor groups with small or large groups of children. Keep a few indoor games in mind for sudden weather changes or colder months....
Toddlers, or children between 12 to 36 months old, should receive at least 30 minutes of structured physical activity and 60 minutes of unstructured physical activity each day, according to the website KidsHealth.org, citing information from the...
Spring is just around the corner and baseball is in the air. Whether you are a Little Leaguer or weekend recreational player, there are several things you can do in your own backyard to improve your swing, improve your fielding accuracy and...
Encourage children to stay active and get exercise with backyard sports games. These games can help children release their pent-up energy after school and sleep better at night. Children should get at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous...
Cool sports games are designed to keep you physically active as well as entertained. While basic sports games such as soccer and basketball are popular with children and adults alike, there are specific variations of these games that are unique...
Despite its name, pickleball has nothing to do with an actual pickle. The game, a combination of tennis and badminton, instead includes a Wiffle ball you hit with wooden rackets across a net. The name comes from a cocker spaniel named Pickles that...
People of every age group need to get outdoors once in a while, and seniors are no different. Outdoor or yard activities need to be geared toward mobility issues, safety and physical capabilities, but there are plenty of games an elderly person...
Whether you want to liven up a family get-together or just give the kids something fun to do, there are games to play that will have everyone rolling with laughter. Fun family outdoor games do not have to be the tried and true games you have been...
Batting is one of the most fundamental parts of the game of baseball. According to Hall of Fame player Cal Ripken, a good hitter has skills like timing, power, confidence, rhythm, coordination and strength. Understanding some fundamental batting...
Many children's games offer family-friendly fun that both children and adults can enjoy. Active outdoor games provide an essential source of physical activity for children, and indoor board games can help children develop creative thinking skills....
Whiffle ball is a modified version of baseball played with plastic, carbon fiber or fiberglass bats and small perforated plastic balls called whiffle balls. Whiffle ball was invented by David Mullany in 1953 and has evolved into a fun, safe...
Getting your kids to exercise and enjoy the outdoors is difficult due to technological advances, including computers, game systems and movies, that make it more enjoyable for them to stay inside. It is vital, however, for your children to exercise...
Even if fancy country club courses are not kid-friendly, your children can still enjoy a game of golf. While they may not be out teeing off like the pros, they will still pick up golfing skills such as aim, control and the amount of power needed...