Cornhole rules and dimensions: how to set up, play and score
Everything you need to set up and play a fair game of cornhole: the official dimensions, how a round works, how scoring cancels out and how to settle rules disputes.
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Backyard game guides for American lawns
Seven long-form guides and a free yard fit calculator, from cornhole dimensions and pickleball court setup to badminton, giant yard games, hosting and care.
Pickleball court and home net setup: lines, height and play area
Mark a regulation pickleball court on a driveway or a tennis court, set the net to the correct height and know the rules that make the game fair.
Portable pickleball nets, bags and covers: how to choose and use them
Portable gear makes pickleball possible almost anywhere. Learn what to look for in a net, a bag and a cover, and how to avoid the common mistakes.
Backyard badminton setup: court, net, rules and wind tips
A backyard badminton game needs level grass, a taut net and a calm day. Here is a step-by-step setup, a simple rules overview and fixes for wind and small spaces.
Giant yard games and safety: setup, supervision and what to avoid
Yard games are low risk when you plan the space, check the gear and supervise children. Here is a simple safety routine, with notes on heat and lightning.
Hosting a backyard game day: stations, schedule, food safety and a rain plan
A great game day is mostly planning. Here is how to lay out stations, schedule play, keep food safe, handle heat and weather and make everyone feel included.
Caring for outdoor games: cleaning, repairs and off-season storage
Most yard-game gear dies from moisture, sun and neglect, not from play. A few simple habits keep boards, nets, bags and blocks working for years.
Backyard game fit calculator: will cornhole, pickleball or badminton fit?
Enter your yard's length and width to see which games fit, how much run-off space you have and a to-scale layout for the game you choose.
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Cornhole boards & bags
Cornhole is simple, but the details matter. Here are the official board and bag sizes, how far apart to set up, how scoring works and what to look for in boards and bags.
Pickleball nets, bags & covers
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in America. Here is the court size, the net height, how to choose portable nets, bags and covers and how to set up at home.
Badminton sets & nets
Backyard badminton is easy to start and easy to get wrong. Learn the official court and net sizes, how to choose a set and how to cope with wind and uneven lawns.
Giant stacking & yard games
Giant stacking blocks and other lawn games are crowd-pleasers. Learn which games suit which groups, how much space they need and how to keep everyone safe.
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