Discover the Excitement of Jingleball™

Master the Game with Our Comprehensive Guide

Unleash your competitive spirit with Jingleball™, the dynamic 360° sport that combines strategy, agility, and teamwork. Dive into our detailed guide to learn everything you need to know about playing, setting up, and mastering this exhilarating game.

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Mastering Jingleball™

Step-by-Step Gameplay Guide

1

Objective

In Jingleball™, the goal is to knock the cone off the can using teamwork and precision. The first team to score 7 points wins the match.

2

Teams

Teams of six compete in a fast-paced environment. The whole game revolves in 360* around a central goal. A team can go from defending to attacking in the blink of an eye.

3

Court Setup

Jingleball Games are played on a rectangular court, about the size of a basketball court. Set up a 10×10 goal zone, players can’t shoot or block from inside the goal zone.

How to play offense

1

Run

You can move freely around the court, with or without the ball.

2

Shoot

Players may shoot the ball at the goal cone from anywhere on the court, but may not shoot from inside the goal zone.

3

Pass

You will need to work as a team, passing the ball in any direction to get a good chance to shoot.

How to play defense

1

Tag

When you tag the player with the ball it limits their actions on offense. They can no longer run and they can no longer shoot at the goal cone. The have to stop running and pass to a teammate.

2

Block

Players can block shots made at the goal cone, but they cannot block from inside the goal zone.

3

Steal

Intercepting a pass or grabbing a loose ball results in an immediate change of possession. However, the new offensive team must first “take it back” by moving the ball to the outer perimeter before attempting a shot.

Setting Up the Court

Essential Court Dimensions and Markings

The Jingleball™ court is a rectangular area approximately 40–60 feet long, providing ample space for dynamic play. At the center lies the goal zone, a 10×10 foot square marked by cones, with an upside-down trash can and a balanced cone on top. Ensure the no-play zone is clearly marked to maintain fair play and safety.

Your Questions Answered

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How do we start the game?

The defense can setup wherever they want on the court. The offense will start against one of the short side perimeters of the court.

What if you tag a player and they still shoot after?

This is an illegal shot. The defender who made the tag can call “tag” which stops play. Return the ball to the shooter. Restart play by checking the ball to the defense.

What if the offense makes an illegal shot and the defense recovers it, do you have to give it back ?

No. The defense can continue play and ignore the illegal shot.

What if there is a disagreement on a tag call?

The defender has the right to make the final call. Integrity and honesty are important. Only call if you are certain a tag was made before the shot.

Can you strip the ball from an offensive player?

Yes, under certain circumstances. If the ball is being held against the players own body, you can not steal it from them.

Can a take back undo a tag?

No, once you are tagged you cant undo the tag by taking it back.

Can you bobble, dribble or self pass to avoid a tag?

No, Once a player has possession of the ball, they cant do these things to avoid a tag.

Can you push defenders out of the way to get a clear shot?

No, there is no pushing, pulling, tackling etc. Defenders can set their feet and set a pick, like in basketball.

What if the ball is loose and dribbling in/ through the goal zone, can you go inside and get it?

Yes, the only things you can not do in the goal zone are block a shot or shoot at the ball.

Can you dive into the zone to block a shot?

Depends. The last place your feet touched determine your position. The block is legal if you jump from outside the goal zone, and block the shot (in the air, above the goal zone). If your feet are in the goal zone, and you jump in the air and block the shot, that is illegal.

Can you block a shot with your feet?

You can block with any body part.

What happens if the cone tips over but doesn’t fall off the can?

No point is scored. Do not reset the cone until the next time it gets knocked off.

What happens when a team scores?

They get a point, and the team that was just scored on gains possession along the short wall where they check it in to the defense to resume play.

What happens if a shot is blocked from inside the goal zone?

That is an illegal block, the player who made the shot geta a penalty shot- a free unblocked shot at the goal from the spot where they took the shot that was blocked.

What does “calling body mean"?

An offensive player can call “body” when they have the ball and are under pressure after being tagged. When they do, the defender must back off an arm’s length of distance. And the defender can simultaneously start a 5 second, out-loud countdown. If the offender does not pass the ball by the end of the countdown its an automatic turnover at that spot.

When are you feet considered inside the goal zone?

If at least one foot is fully inside the goal zone. If any part of your foot is on the line, you are in a legal blocking position.

What if my question is not answered here?

Check out the official rule book PDF or reach out to Playjingleball@gmail.com.

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