Build a Simple Ladder Toss Game from PVC

• Drill a 3/16" hole through the center of each golf ball. A drill press with a vise is very helpful for securing the ball while drilling.
• PRO TIP: To make a drilling jig that won’t mar the ball, drill a 1¾" hole through a scrap of 2×4, then saw it in half.

Cut 6 lengths of cord to 21" and melt the ends to prevent fraying. Thread each cord through 2 golf balls and knot each end securely. To tell the difference between each set of 3 bolas, use 2 different color balls or cords.

Set up your ladder in an open area. Establish a toss line 15 feet (or 5 paces) from the ladder. The first player will toss 3 bolas, then the second will toss 3, with the objective to wrap them around rungs on the ladder. The top rung is worth 3 points, the middle 2, and the bottom 1. Games are generally played to 21 points, but “house” scoring variations are common. It’s oddly satisfying to see your golf balls wrap around a pipe — even more so if you’re competing with friends!