Kickball: Not just for children anymore!

The name of the game
Kickball through the ages
A game for everyone
A fun introduction to baseball
Not just for kids!
Everyone can have fun
Socializing, fun and competition
A great option for friends
Clubwaka
Friends, space and a red ball
Flexible rules
You should see their screwball!
No batter, no batter...
Run for your life!
Field of dreams
Don't forget the F-word!
The name of the game

Kickball (known as soccer baseball in Canada and football rounders in the UK) is a staple of the playground in the United States and several other countries.

Kickball through the ages

Kickball has been around for over a century. Dr. Emmett Dunn Angell wrote about the sport in 1911, noting that it is "an exercise that is not too violent and is full of fun."

A game for everyone

Kickball doesn’t need complicated equipment or high skills. This makes a perfect game for all ages!

A fun introduction to baseball

It’s also a fun way to introduce people to a basic understanding of baseball for those who aren't familiar with one of America's favorite sports.

Not just for kids!

Growing up is no excuse to stop playing kickball! There are many local Kickball teams and clubs across the United States.

Everyone can have fun

The World Kickball Association explains on its official website how kickball can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike.

Socializing, fun and competition

"Kickball is the perfect blend of socializing, fun, and competition while remaining accessible to all," the website states.

A great option for friends

The WKA website also highlights the social aspect of the game: "Whether you just moved to a new town and want to make friends, or your office wants to organize a team, kickball is a great option for everyone."

Clubwaka

The WKA supports Clubwaka, the official adult kickball league in the United States, with clubs in over 30 cities across the country.

Friends, space and a red ball

However, this doesn’t mean that you can play on your own with a few friends, a ball, and enough space.

Flexible rules

The rules of kickball are generally similar to those of baseball or softball, but flexible enough to allow, let’s say, informal adaptations.

You should see their screwball!

A pitcher, however, is a must. The pitcher usually stands on a pitching mound, throwing the ball to a catcher at home base.

No batter, no batter...

A kicker, in place of a batter, tries to kick the ball as far as they can.

Run for your life!

There are also three bases, plus the home base. The kicker must try to run around all the bases and make it back to home base again.

Field of dreams

And, of course, the other players must cover the field. The WKA generally recommends a team of 10 fielders.

Don't forget the F-word!

Of course, the most important element can’t be missed: Fun!

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