As part of man’s endless pursuit of more creative fun, Beer Pong has existed and continues to prove as one of the most favourite past times among college and uni students. Started by fraternities around college campuses in the United States during the 1950s, Beer Pong’s popularity had now grown right around the globe. It may look like a simple game, but Beer Pong is complicated and a very challenging game to play, and like the others, it requires practice and mastery.  The good news for you is, we’ve compile a list of effective pointers, so you can become a master Pong player. So, here are some Beer Pong tips for you!

Rapid Shots

With your teammate, strategise to release the ball in a consecutive manner that can have your opponents caught off guard. Take advantage of the rule that when a cup is hit, then the players from your opposing team must remove it immediately. While they are at it, have your teammate or you hit another cup. The Rapid Shots technique can also result in your opponents knocking over some cups that will eventually call for removal as well. The key here is coordination.

Bounce Shots

In most Beer Pong house rules, bounce shots can be used to your advantage. As you might already know, your opponents can grab or interfere with your shot as long as the ball touches the Beer Pong table or any other surface. Be warned, a bounce shot can be easily blocked. But… when you perform a successful bounce, you can have two cups from your opponent’s removed. The key to this technique is be keenly observing your opponents’ behavior. If they are quite a bit tipsy already, then grab the chance!

Be alert!

As the game goes on, the beer might go into your head and you or your opponent might be having a loose defense. So be alert and don’t let your guards down. Be in constant agreement with your teammate in how you are going to effectively defend your cups. Avoid incidents like when you or both of you would knock over the cups.  The here is look for a way to not get drunk quickly.

Be drunk!

Be drunk in the eyes of your opponents. Hmmmm, yes this tip is not that easy to do. But if your opponent falls for it, then you would have a bit of an edge from them.  And of course, key here is to be a good actor!

Re-rack to the left, re-rack to the right

Sometimes, Beer Pong houses are strict but sometimes they are not. However, you can do this trick if you are very careful. Sometimes, people won’t be able to notice that you have realigned the cups a little off to their proper position in the table. This technique will lead to the decline of your opponent’s accuracy. Their shots will be a little more off. Again, don’t do your illegal re-racking obviously.

The good old distraction

Like any other game, players anticipate distractions not just from fans but players as well. It has been a distinct part of the game. And with the intensity Beer Pong can get into, distractions are really effective.  And today, there are a lot of ways and means to have your opponent distracted. From the traditional shouting, jumping, booing, and what may have you, to dressing offensively and moving provocatively to your opponent’s line of sight. Girls… think BOOBS. And guys, just be creative.

All in all, there is one important tip that all Beer Pong players should not forget. In each of your games, strive hard to enjoy yourselves. When you enjoy your game, things will come easy. So, go and enjoy your Beer Pong battles.

UPDATE: APRIL FOOLS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 1, 2012

The Australian Government has officially banned Beer Pong from all bars, pubs, clubs, backyards & living rooms in every state of Australia. Coming as a huge surprise to the growing beer pong community, Prime Minister Julia Gillard has announced the news on the back of a 12 month research study.

The study, conducted by government researches, found that Beer Pong related games contributed to over 2000 intoxications, 1549 cases of “drunk and disorderly” and 151 reports of violence.

“We’re just sick of these beer pong players crawling the streets thinking their the next Kobe Bryant” said Constable Carter.

Carter continues, “In a recent incident, a ‘World Series of Beer Pong’ player has forced a victim to run around the neighborhood completely naked. This is just outrageous”.

For those unaware, this act is actually commonly referred to as a a ‘skunk’, where a team is punished for not making any cups.

The Beer Pong Community is outraged.

“They’re taking away my sport, the only thing I’ve ever been good at!” screams an avid player.

Some rumours have surfaced with the rash ruling coming about as a response to a recent post on Beer Pong Australia’s Facebook which made fun of Julia Gillard as a KFC Snack pack.

Never the less, it’s big news and a huge set back.

Long live Beer Pong.

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The World Series of Beer Pong is the largest, longest-running organized beer pong tournament in the world, created by beer pong players, for beer pong players. The event is held annually in the party city of Las Vegas, USA.

Last years event drew over 1,000 participants from 45 U.S. States and 5 Canadian Provinces, couple of Australians, offering the largest payout in beer pong history of $65,000. Games are played on 8-foot Beer Pong Tables, and WSOBP Rules govern all gameplay. Players may buy-in to the event at any time prior to Dec. 10, 2011, or they may choose to win their way to the event by competing in an official Satellite Tournament.

This years event is attracting a couple of Australian teams!

Good Luck to you all