What is a cup and ball game?

A wooden bilboquet is a traditional game of skill consisting of two main parts: a rod, often made of wood, which ends in a point or hollow, and a ball with a hole in its center, large enough to allow the point or hollow of the rod to enter. The ball is attached to the rod by a rope of variable length.

What is the goal of the game?

The aim of the game is to throw the ball into the air using the rod and to catch the ball on the tip or in the hollow of the rod when it falls back. This requires concentration, coordination and a good sense of timing. The bilboquet comes in several variations and sizes, ranging from simple (with a single tip) to complex (with several craters of different sizes and/or several tips on the same rod).

This game, popular in different eras and in many cultures around the world, was originally an adult pastime before becoming a children's toy as well.

You have to work to master it!

In addition to being fun, cup and ball games help develop fine motor skills, patience and perseverance. Although it may seem simple, achieving a high level of skill in handling cup and ball games can require a lot of practice and determination.