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26 of excitement, and perhaps in some instances too much, but still is a very practical game for the gymnasium. A penalty may be attached to the person dropping or failing to pass accurately. It may be to withdraw from the circle after making two or more such errors.

A space about thirty feet long and twenty feet wide is needed for the game. (See figure.) A line (1) divides this into two equal parts. At each corner is a base. Each party forms in a straight line about eight feet from the line. Two members of each party take positions in the bases on the other side. Number one of the first party then throws the ball over the heads of the second party, to one of his fellows on either of the bases. If he catches it, he throws it back. The opposing party tries to intercept the ball and, if successful, gains one point. The play then continues, the other side throwing the ball.



The rules of the game are:
 * 1) The members of each party may move about freely in their space.
 * 2) No member may cross the line.