Chris Ruder launched Spikeball in 2008 and not only did he create a fun new sports product, but he also created a new game which now has 4 million plus avid players all around the world and featured on the hit US show Shark Tank!
Spikeball is now available in the UK from Lightning Sports and we love that it is so fun and competitive. The rallies get crazy and once you play we guarantee that you will be hooked for life!
How to play Spikeball
A player starts a point by serving the ball down onto the Spikeball net so it ricochets up at his opponents. The returning team has up to 3 hits between them (think bump, set, spike moves like in volleyball) to return the ball back onto the net. The rally continues until a team can't return the ball onto the net within their three touches.
Prefer to see Spikeball in action?
Watch this video to give you a flavour of the game then give it a whirl. Spikeball is great for all ages and abilities ... whatever sport you play, Spikeball will be a great addition to your training or pre-match routine to get your hands, eye and reactions sharp!
Extra rules, Even more fun!
- The floor is lava - the ball can bounce off the ground once per possession for both teams
- Freeze - one player on the opposing team can’t move from a pre-decided location for the duration of the point.
- Milk duds - all players can only hop on one foot for the duration of the point.
- Double down - call double down before the start of a point and the winning team receives 2 points instead of 1.
More ideas and Spikeball drills will be on the Lighting Sports Instagram over the coming weeks and months. We guarantee you won't regret investing in Spikeball!!