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Information On The Washer Toss Game

By Lana Bray


The washer toss game, also known as washer pitching, is very similar to the game known as horseshoes. It includes two teams made up of two players who alternate turns throwing washers in the direction of the target box. To score points, one has to place a washer into the target box, the can that is inside it, or within 12 inches of it.

Points are given for each round. Metal washers used as game pieces are typically two inches in diameter. They are are thrown toward the hole, which is typically marked by a can or PVC pipe that is in a target box. These boxes come in an assortment of shapes and sizes. It is standard for them to be 16x16x4 inch units for one-hole washers. Targets have a cup placed inside and are usually spaced out more than 20 feet from each other.

The player who is throwing stands behind or next to one box and then tosses the pieces toward the other target, usually in an underhand motion. Scoring is like horseshoes, as the team that throws second can rebut points made by the first. One point is issued to each non-rebutted washers inside a box. Games are typically played up to 21 points.

There are different ways to play this. Sometimes the distance of a throw, size of washers, number and size of holes, or box configuration are changed. The game may also involve a different setup, rules and name based on where it is being played.

The two things required for setup: boxes and washers. Two boxes are needed and usually include wood, pipe and carpet. Four brass or steel washers are used as game pieces. Small holes can be drilled in them to distinguish between team pieces.

Generally, boxes are put around 30 feet away from each other. They must be at ground level. It is highly suggested that targets be put north and south so that players do not have distraction from the sun.

Players throw washers in an attempt to land them near or in the box or pipe. Some players stride forward as they thrown. However, at least one foot must stay behind the front of a box. One player on the first team will throw two and the player from team two will throw his or her two. Individuals may choose to throw both pieces at the same time, but this is not ideal when it comes to accuracy. The throw style used is relevant to the player.

One team or player is able to score every round. Tosses that land a foot within the target, under it or next to it receive one point. Two points are given for throws that make it to a top edge of these boxes. Three points are earned when the piece lands in the box but not its pipe inside. Five points go to teams with throws that land inside the pipe.

Washer toss game is much like horseshoes. This game is traditionally played between two teams with two players, but there are many different variations in rules and regulations. To score points, individuals must place a washer within a foot of the box, inside it, or in the can inside the box.




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