BACKYARD RULES

  • 1. Start of the game scoreboard side.
  • 2. Flip horseshoe to pitch first.
  • 3. 1 point (Horseshoe) 2 points (leaner,no clay) Ringer is 3 points (tips without touching the post)
  • 4. Game is to 21 points, only on 20-20 must win by 2.
  • 5. Stand left or right of the pit at anytime without crossing the foul line until the shoe leaves hand.
  • 6. Follow the point on who goes first.
  • 7. No less than 70/30 payout (around 60-30-10).
  • 8. Usually Blind draw/ Double elimination.
  • 9. The distance to throw is 40 feet. 30 feet for elders, women, and children under 18.
  • 10. All pits cleared for finals.