Table shuffleboard rules can be a bit confusing for those just starting out. Before you play, you should familiarize yourself with the rules. There are a few different versions of shuffleboard, each with their own set of rules. Crazy Eight is a more difficult version of shuffleboard. This game uses a unique scoring system, which awards points in different ways.
The first thing you should know about table shuffleboard is that each player only gets one chance to score in a round. In most games, the winner is the player with 15 or more points. Those players can then choose to shoot a second round. The "hammer" shot is also available to a player. It is the last shot of a round.
Your first goal in a game of shuffleboard is to get your ball closest to the end. You do this by moving the puck from the edge to center of the board. This will require you to slide the board along the edge. It's important that you stand behind your opponent when you're ready for shooting.
After the puck lands, it is a good idea for you to push it into scoring position. 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.
Three scoring zones are available to players. Each zone can award different amounts of points. For example, the first zone will award one point per puck that is landed in its designated zone. The second zone gives two points per puck and the third section has three. To score in the third zone, the puck must cross the line between the "2" and the "3" areas.
The last scoring area is situated next to the foul line, across the middle of the table. The foul line is not crossed and pucks are out of play. A puck caught on the foul line will not be awarded points unless it lands correctly.
Pucks have a number. Players can check to see if their puck is on the line by standing above it. They can also push pucks into better scoring positions to increase their chances of winning.
Pucks can be ordered in packs of eight and are weighted. They measure approximately 2.3125 in wide. They weigh in at 12 ounces for regulation, and can be found in recreational sizes between 11 to 15 ounces. Generally, smaller pucks are used for games played on narrow surfaces, while larger pucks are ideal for larger surfaces.
Knock Off, which is playable with four people, is one of the most popular versions of shuffleboard. Crazy Eight, which has a similar game play to the classics, is another popular version.