Hit-the-Deck 2009

Whacky Wednesday proved our game Hit-the-Deck is alive and well at Sprucelands. We want everyone who has ever been to Sprucelands and who has ever played a version of Hit-the-Deck to know that Hit-the-Deck is BACK!!!! Those of you who are registered for future sessions will participate, laugh hysterically and be as tired as we were when we finished on Wednesday.

Of course, we were all decked out, pardon the pun, in our Whacky Wednesday fancy duds from the Fashion Show. After we strutted our stuff on the Dr. Seuss tennis court runway, we put on our game face, found a partner and played Hit-the-Deck until our heart's content.

In the past, we adapted Hit-the-Deck to previous summer themes. Our Harry Potter theme, for example, came up with a unique and rather interesting approach to Hit-the-Deck. So did last summer's SHREK.

This year we are with All Things Dr. Seuss and I think we have added something called Jellyfish. Otherwise, we are enjoying the traditional Hit-the-Deck directions. You can see Lia and Liana here doing the jellyfish move as they shake their legs in the air and laugh. An added perk for silliness are their whacky outfits.

So the fun continues. Laughter keeps us in the game and motivates us to beg for more. Every player's physical stamina is taxed. It is an exhausting game because the leader calls out commands that require a quick response.

When "man overboard" is hollered, one player leaps onto another's back. Another direction - "up periscope" - means the entire population dives onto the ground and thrusts one leg into the air. There are directions for which way to move on the athletic field and more.

With every game, there is a winning team. You see three pairs above: Matt and Tarrah, Kristin and Taylor, Hannah and Liana.

Sprucelands says everyone is a winner who dares to play. Those who last the longest, however, are definitely recognized for their stamina, courage, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Someday you need to come play with us. I promise you'll sleep good at night.