GamePlay Team Croquet Set

Get the entire class involved with these massive croquet sets, designed to support up to 32 players. 7 strategy-based games come included with the set, however there’s no limit to the fun since croquet has an infinite number of layouts and rule variations. Players work together with their team to achieve game objectives and develop a range of skills to master this classic croquet ball and mallet game.

Action-Packed Games

Teams compete in 7 interactive activities that are designed around group and team play, to keep students moving. All activity instructions come with clear diagrams, objectives, set-ups, and gameplay directions, making it easy to learn and master rules quickly.

Teach Teamwork and Other Skills

All of the games and activities in this 32-player set are designed with group play, teamwork, and cooperation in mind. Whether working in pairs or larger teams, players need to work as a group to achieve an objective. Students learn important communication skills as they improve motor skills.

Quality Construction

Team-colored mallets feature a textured rubber-capped striking surface, giving students better control of shots during play. Mallet heads and shafts are made of contoured hardwood designed for long-lasting play. Hard polymer plastic balls withstand institutional use outdoors without losing their shape or color.

Set includes:

• Mallets, 28"L handle, Set of 36
• Balls, 84 mm, Set of 36
• Vinyl-Coated Steel Wickets, Set of 54
• Hardwood Stakes, 24"L, 12 Ea
• Storage Bag, 6 Ea
• Activity Instructions

15 Unique PE Activities Using the GamePlay Team Croquet Set

The GamePlay Team Croquet Set reimagines traditional croquet for physical education by incorporating oversized, durable equipment and team-based gameplay. With 36” long mallets, foam handles, coated-foam balls, and oversized wickets, this set allows for easier striking, enhanced control, and safe play for students of all ages. Its large components and team format promote inclusion, active participation, and the development of fundamental movement skills like striking, coordination, balance, and strategic movement. Below are 15 exciting and creative activities that use the GamePlay Team Croquet Set to teach FMS in fun, flexible ways for both small and large groups.

1. Classic Croquet Relay: Divide students into teams. Each player must strike the ball through all wickets before tagging the next. Builds striking accuracy and teamwork.

2. Color Zone Croquet: Assign each wicket a color and have students strike balls into matching TopSpot Vinyl Spots placed nearby. Teaches color recognition and placement control.

3. Obstacle Gate Croquet: Create a challenging course where students must strike their ball through wickets and around cones. Develops spatial navigation and target precision.

4. Croquet Bowling Bash: Use mallets to strike balls at foam pins or cones for points. Focuses on aiming and force application.

5. Partner Gate Challenge: Partners alternate turns striking the ball through each wicket. Encourages cooperation and strategic planning.

6. Croquet Capture the Cone: Place cones behind wickets. Students score extra points by knocking them over after going through the wicket. Combines striking and targeting.

7. Croquet Team Target Relay: Create multiple team lanes with wickets. First team to finish all wickets wins. Builds speed and group rhythm.

8. Mallet Ball Pass: In pairs, students pass a ball back and forth using only the mallet. Strengthens striking control and accuracy.

9. Spin & Strike: Students spin 3 times before attempting to strike the ball through a wicket. Develops focus under dizziness and fun challenge.

10. Wicket Trick Shots: Students create their own trick shot course using available equipment. Encourages creativity and advanced coordination.

11. Croquet Pinball Madness: Set up cones or mini “pinball” walls and challenge students to strike the ball off them to change direction. Teaches angle strategy.

12. Mallet Golf Merge: Replace golf clubs with croquet mallets and try to “putt” the ball into targets. Combines precision and target aiming.

13. Croquet Traffic Jam: Multiple players in a course try to strike through wickets without colliding. Builds spatial timing and decision-making.

14. Croquet Bowling Duel: Two students face off, each trying to strike a shared ball through their own wicket path. Combines competition and control.

15. Double Trouble Gates: Players must strike two balls through the same wicket one after another. Builds multi-ball control