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The Bocce Team Names and the Cornhole Team Names are rolling in.  Although bocce/cornhole themes were encouraged, some of the names are random, while others really hammer home the ability to play around with words.  There are tons of funny bocce team names, but mostly there are just awesome cornhole team names.  You can be the judge… what are some of the best cornhole team or bocce ball team names for the DogDaze SF Bocce & Cornhole League?

Here is a sampling of names…
Me So Corny
The Hole Enchilada
Gene Hackman
Amateur Corn Stars
The Fun Bags
The Ball Bags
Jim Turkeys
Get it in the hole…
Chopper, sic bocce balls!
Flying Tacos
Oh the glory of balls
Douche Baguettes
Bluedogs
The Gamers
The San Francinncinnatians
Happy Wednesday Ferns
NorCal Cornhole
I’m Friends with Sarah Palin’s Crevasse on MySpace

Dayofgames.com was finally released by the knucklehead who has been holding it for a couple years.  He never had any content on it.  I never approached him to buy it.  I just sort of hoped he would go away.  Finally, he failed to renew.  The WhoIs status finally got to pendingDelete and I figured I would just grab it once that 5 day wait was over.  I then got a little ansy, so I registered the Backorder with GoDaddy.  Then I got even MORE ansy and started doing some research.  I discovered that the GoDaddy Backorder was 100% worthless and that I had just wasted $20 (I actually called back later and asked for a refund, which was granted).  After my research I realized that the BIG 3 OTHER GUYS are not to be F’d with when grabbing a domain.  So a smart domain purchaser should just register with all 3… and pray that it does not go to auction.

So… I registered with Pool.com and SnapNames.com and NameJet.com

SnapNames scored the  domain and it didn’t go to auction.  Rock and roll.  It’s been a day, and I still haven’t received any notification from Pool or NameJet, but I assume those will come on Monday.

Also of note, I received unsolicited offers from 2 other random companies about buying the domain from them.  I never even responded to those emails.  I didn’t want them to know that I had any desire of purchasing the domain, or that I even existed.  I assume they just would have done the exact same auction process, except flipped the domain to me for triple the price.

Now I just need to wait 60 days to flip it over to GoDaddy away from whoever the heck has it.  Done and done!

If you are deciding between backordering a domain with Namejet or Pool or Snapnames or GoDaddy:
Don’t waste your money with GoDaddy
Register with Pool, NameJet and SnapNames.
Wait to see if you have an auction to deal with.
*make sure you set the MINIMUM bid.  You will ALWAYS have a chance to up your bid if it goes to auction.  Some of the auction places will just have the purchase go through at your $500 bid amount… when you should have just bought the domain for $59.

There is nothing worse than getting a ladder toss set that has terrible balls.  The Day of Games has good balls.  We pride ourselves on our balls… bocce, beer pong, and ladder toss.  Make sure you check the type of ladder toss balls when ordering a set.  They should be gutted real golf balls, not rubbery stuff, not tennis balls, and not something you have never heard of.  Order your ladder golf set with real golf balls!  We got you covered.

—>   Plastic Ladder Toss Sets

—>   Wooden Ladder Toss Sets

Why THE DAY OF GAMES???
One of the coolest ladder toss games on the market. Not only will you receive an awesome ladder toss ladder game with a nice carrying case, but you will also receive 2 koozies so you can keep your drinks cold, AND a bottle opener! The perfect gift for someone who plays their tailgate games with one hand, while holding a drink with the other. Descriptive keywords in your face! : Cheap ladder toss set, affordable ladder toss set, quality ladder toss set, ladder toss equipment, make your own ladder toss, cheap ladder toss game, cheap ladder toss game set, ladder toss bolos, ladder toss bolas, games for picnics, Beach ladder toss set, tailgating games, tailgate ladder toss game, tailgating ladder toss game, tailgate ladder toss set, ladder toss for tailgating, outdoor games for bbq, picnic games, backyard ladder toss game, Lawn ladder toss, lawn games, ladder toss games sale, ladder toss sale, ladder toss on sale, family games, ladder toss rules, where to buy ladder toss games, where to ladder toss sets, ladder toss game sets for sale, ladder toss reviews, recreational ladder toss. PVC, golf balls, nylon rope, Norwegian Horseshoes, laddergolf, Snakes game, awesome ladder, golf toss game, hillbilly golf, polish golf, horseballs, tower ball, bolo golf, Gladiator, snake toss, Rodeo Golf, Dingle Balls, Bolo Polo, Cowboy Golf, Redneck Golf, Pocca Bolo, The Snake Game, Willy Ball, Ladder Ball, ladder golf, Slither, Zing-Ball, Snakes & Ladders, Hillbilly Horseshoes, ladder, golf set, Flingy Ball, Norwegian Golf, Monkey Bars Golf, Swedish Golf, Polish Horsehoes, Dandy Golf, Montana Golf, Australian Horseshoes, Ladder Game, Rattlerail Toss, Golfball Horseshoes, Arizona Golf Balls, Spin-It, Ball Dangle, Bolo Ball, Poor Mans Golf, Bolo Toss, Testical Toss.

This new David Hasselhoff TV show commercial is epic.   All fans of chest hair, and embracers of the word “awesome” … Rejoice!  It’s the perfect commercial.  An incredibly hilarious use of chest hair, and the great catch phrase — “Some people Are Born Awesome”.

If you overuse the word AWESOME, like we do at The Day of Games, then this ad is brilliant.

Enjoy:

How to Play Stickzee… aka… How to Play Polish Horseshoes.

First off, you’ll need a Stickzee set.  So get one.  Then just follow the instructions:

INCLUDED IN YOUR STICKZEE SET –

1 – Disc
2 – Platforms (includes 1 extra part per platform to vary the game height (3 possible heights))
Each platform includes 1 part that has a sharp bottom which can be placed directly into sand if playing at the beach.
2 – Can Coolers (koozie’s)
1 – Bottle Opener
0 – Cans or Bottles.  This game is BYOB!  If you have no target… just use the koozies (placed upside-down on each platform)!

BASICS –
Throw the disc at empty can, bottle, or koozie on top of the platform.  Other team tries to catch the disc and can/bottle/koozie.

AREA OF PLAY –
Stickzee can be played almost anywhere – Beach, Park, Backyard, Alleyway; pretty much any open area. It is not recommended that you use this set indoors, but feel free to play wherever you like. Just stick to the “Basics” and only throw the disc at the platform and can.

STICKZEE GAME SETUP –
If on a beach – Just stick the pipe directly into the ground!
If not, create platform bottom first; then decide how high you want the target.
The lower the target, the harder it is to play!
All plastic pieces should be secured gently.
It’s OK if the platform falls over when hit by disc, just pick it up.

Once the platforms are constructed they should be placed approximately 5 to 8 paces apart from one another.

STICKZEE RULES PER THE DAY OF GAMES –
There are various ways to play Stickzee. This is the Day of Games way. Stickzee can be played 1 vs. 1, or Team vs. Team.

1) Place an empty can or bottle on top of each platform.  Each team will stand behind their platform.
2) Decide which team will toss first. This first team shall throw the disc at the platform.  Try and knock over the target (can or bottle).
3) The disc can hit the target or the platform.  Players on defense cannot block the disc in front of the platform (interference!).
4) Defenders should try and catch the disc and the can.
5) Throwers (Offense) must throw a “reasonable” and “catchable” disc.  For beginners, not too fast.   Throws must be above the defenders knees, below their heads, and within a couple feet of the platform.  The game is played to 21 points, win by 2.

STICKZEE SCORING – Play to 21.
Can hits the ground – 2 points for throwing team.
Disc hits the ground – 1 point for throwing team.
Interference by Defense – 2 points for throwing team.
Throw uncatchable throw – No points for disc (if the disc hits the platform too low… you can still score for the can, but not the disc)

How to play beersbee, how to play polish horseshoes, how to play frisbeer, how to play frisnock

It is really that simple.  Just throw the disc at the opponents can.  Knock it over.  Score points.  Or, if they just drop the disc, you can score points that way as well.  Enjoy!

The Day of Games will be taking part in the amazing MEGAGATE festivities in Las Vegas over Super Bowl Weekend!  We will be there specifically for the Bocce portion, but you can also enter tournaments for Cornhole, Washers, Polish Horseshoes, Ladder Toss, Beer Pong, Flip Cup, and some other great games.  You can sign up for any game you want… if you only want to play Cornhole, then just sign up for that, or if you only want Bocce, then just sign up for that, or just Beer Pong, or Ladder Toss, etc. etc.  Tournaments can be registered for “A la carte” or in “Package” deals.   The American Tailgating League has thrown together this pretty spectacular looking weekend which also includes evening parties, and a gigantic Super Bowl viewing party.  This will be one HUGE tailgate weekend.  You know you want to go to Vegas…  Why not Super Bowl weekend?  The Day of Games is a new brand in tailgate games, we’ve got all your gaming gear needs covered when it comes to stuff you want for partying at a tailgate.  Take a look at our products and find someone in your family a great gift for the holidays!   Check out all the details on MEGAGATE!

How to play Bocce Ball:
Watch the video.  Or you can just read all the details here…

BASICS –
Toss/Roll/Bounce/Heave/Fling/Throw big balls (Bocce) at the little ball (Pallino). Closer is better.

AREA OF PLAY –
Bocce can be played anywhere – Beach, Park, Backyard, Alleyway; pretty much any open area. Just stick to the “Basics” and only throw Bocce Balls at the Pallino. Do not throw bocce balls at anything else.

COURT SIZE (optional) –
Most people just play Bocce in any open area.  The Pallino is tossed and then the Bocce balls follow. If you are interested in building your own official backyard Bocce course, then the dimensions are as follows:
13 foot square box, then a 65×13 foot rectangle, then another 13 foot square box.
Typically, there are boundary walls created around the entire court.

BOCCE BALL RULES PER THE DAY OF GAMES –
There are various ways to play Bocce and many ways to keep score. This is the Day of Games way to play. Bocce can be played 1 vs. 1, 2 vs. 2, 3 vs. 3, 4 vs. 4 or even 5+ vs. 5+ (if you have enough bocce balls).  The rules below describe games played one team vs. another team.  This can be 1vs.1, 2vs.2, or 4vs.4. If you would like to play Bocce Ball with more than 2 teams the rules are very similar but each person gets their own balls to play with rather than partnering up with a teammate.  The rest of the rules are the same with regard to scoring, order, and how to play bocce.

Playing in an open area:
1) Decide which team will toss first.
2) This team will create a line in the playing field and this will act as the foul line. Nobody is allowed to walk past this line until all the Bocce balls are thrown.  If someone crosses the foul line this will result in a negative point! (optional rule)
3) Team drawing the line will toss the Pallino into the field of play
4) This same team will act first and throw a Bocce ball at the Pallino. Teams then alternate throws.
5) Once all the Bocce balls have been thrown, the scoring of this round takes place. Only one team is allowed to score in each round. A point is awarded for each ball that is closer to the Pallino than the closest ball of the opponents.
6) Optional Rule – Award 2 points to any ball that is touching the Pallino.
7) The game can be played to 11, 21, or any number you come up with. Win by 2 points.

Playing in a court with boundary walls: Same rules apply as above with these additions -
The Pallino cannot hit the back wall on its initial toss.  It is allowed to hit the back wall during game play.
9) Thrown Bocce balls cannot hit the back wall.  This is considered out of boundaries and the ball is dead.

Have been working on creating some new games.  Too much time spent CAD modeling, designing games, and sourcing the materials needed for the new games.  Working on some prototypes soon, and can’t wait to get these games made!  There are a few being worked on… Stay Tuned!

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When we heard there was going to be a huge Bocce tournament on the beach in Santa Monica, complete with a beer garden and music… we HAD to be a part of it! The Day of Games is happy to announce that we will be a sponsor for the ‘Bocce Blitzkrieg Bocce for Books Charity Tournament’. Proceeds from the event will be donated to Room to Read. The tournament is October 2nd and is located just North of the pier. This is going to be an AWESOME day. We will also be providing some prizes so you could win one of our Bocce Ball Sets!

Sign up now before it sells out!

October 2nd
Santa Monica Pier (north parking lot and on the sand)
Beer Garden, Bocce on the sand, Music, Prizes, Awesomeness
3 Divisions
$70 per team … for CHARITY!