For those who are just beginning table shuffleboard, the rules can be confusing. Before you play, you should familiarize yourself with the rules. There are several versions of shuffleboard. Each version has its own set of rules. These can include Crazy Eight, a game that is a little more challenging than the average version. This game uses a unique scoring system, which awards points in different ways.
First, table shuffleboard gives players only one shot to score in each round. In most games, the first player to reach 15 or 21 points wins. The remaining players can choose to shoot a second game. A player can also shoot the "hammer", the final shot of a round.
The first goal in a shuffleboard game is to get your puck to land closest to the end of the table. By moving your puck from its edge to the center, you can accomplish this. To do this you will have to drag it along the edge. It is important to stay behind your opponent while you shoot.
After your puck touches the ice, it's a good practice to push it towards the goal line. You can move the puck forward or backwards depending on where it is. This will allow you to score the most points. Keep your feet on the ground behind you table.
On their tables, players have three scoring areas. Each zone awards different amounts of points to players. For example, one point is awarded for every puck that lands within the zone's first zone. The second zone offers two points for each puck. The third section gives three points for each puck. To score in third zone, the puck must cross between the "2", and "3" areas.
The last scoring area is situated next to the foul line, across the middle of the table. The foul line is out of play for pucks that are not cleared. The puck that lands on the foul line does not earn any points, except if it lands in the right zone.
Pucks are numbered. If their puck is not on the line, players can inspect it by standing up above it. To increase their chances of winning, they can push pucks into higher scoring positions.
Pucks are weighed and come in 8 sets. They measure 2.3125inches wide. Regulation-size pucks weigh 12 ounces, while recreational pucks can range from 11 to 15 ounces. The most common size for hockey is a smaller one, which is ideal for playing on small surfaces. However, larger pucks are great for larger surfaces.
Knock Off is a popular version of shuffleboard that can be played with up to four players. Crazy Eight, which is a variation of classic games, is also very popular.