RECREATIONAL GAME-SPUD GAME

RECREATIONAL GAME

Recreational game is a way of development physical efficiency and skill through fun and enjoyment. Recreational activities can be classified as indoor activities and out door activities. The foremost aim of recreational game is "play for fun and enjoyment." Recreational sports are usually perceived as being less stressful, both physically and mentally, on the participants.

These activities offer educational value to participants. They learn skills that they can transfer from the activity to their everyday lives. Communication, teamwork, problem solving, and coping skills are all important elements learned through recreational activities that can help improve one's mental health. People who engage in recreational activities will likely benefit by having improved cardiovascular function, better ability to sleep, improved self-esteem, increased stamina, and decreased stress levels, all of which not only improve quality of life but also have positive benefits for other activities.

ADVANTAGES OF RECREATIONAL GAMES:

• Develops Personal Development and Growth.

• Physical Health.

• Self Esteem and Self Reliance.

• Creativity and Sense of Accomplishment.

• Creates more Fun.

• Enhances Pleasure.

• Reduces Stress.

• Increases Life Satisfaction.

Spud

This outdoor game is a lot of fun. Every player gets a number and crowds around the person who is "it" for that round. "It" then tosses the ball straight up and the other players run away. As the ball reaches the top of its toss, "it" calls out the number of one of the other players and then runs away also. The player whose number was called must run back and catch the ball (or chase after it if it is bouncing around). Once that person has the ball, they yell, "Spud!" Then everyone else must freeze. The person with the ball must try to hit one of the players with the ball. If they do, that new person gets a letter (first S, then P, then U, then D) and is now "it." If they miss, the person who threw the ball is "it" for the next round. 

When a player receives four penalty letters (S P U D), that person is required to be eliminated, or a new game is begun. For another variation, a player who receives four Penalty letters is simply removed from the game, and the other players continue playing with their original penalty letters in place. When there are only 2 players left playing under this variation, there are two ways for the game to end. First, both players can be declared victors. Second, one of the removed players throws the ball into the air for the final round.

Before You Start

Skills Practiced:  Throwing, spatial awareness, following directions, running, evasion and balance.

• Line students up and give each their own number to remember.
• Students often forget their number so ask them to repeat it back to you to make sure they remember.
• Explain the rules and ask for students to explain it back to you.
• Gather everyone around you to begin.

Number of Players: A small group.

Equipment: Playground ball.

ADVANTAGES OF THIS GAME

• To increase verbal communication.
• Listening and understanding directions.
• Throwing and catching skills develops.
• Good physical activity.

CONCLUSION

We can conclude that a recreational game is not just a game but help the players in many ways. Communication, teamwork, problem solving, and coping skills are all important elements learned through recreational activities that can help improve one's mental health. By grasping these concepts, one will gain a greater sense of self-awareness and learn how to effectively combat their mental health issues.