Showdown
Showdown is a fast-moving sport, with similarities to table tennis and air hockey. It was designed for people with a visual impairment, but anyone can play!
An Overview of Showdown
The game is played on a specially designed table for two players using flat, paddle-type bats. The aim of the game is to bat the ball off the side wall, along the table, under the centre screen, and into the opponent's goal. The first player to reach eleven points, or to lead by two or more points, is the winner.
Each player serves two times in a row. Players score two points for a goal. They also score one point when their opponent hits the ball into the screen, hits the ball off the table, or touches the ball with anything but the bat or batting hand. Sound produced by the rattling inside the ball indicates its location during play.
Showdown is a great way of developing ear/hand coordination, meeting new people and developing spatial awareness.
Coventry Comets Showdown Club
Showdown is a fast-paced sport played on a specifically designed table and can be enjoyed by all ages and abilities. The aim of the game is to hit the ball off the side wall, along the table, under the centre screen, and into the opponent’s goal.
SASP Sport Welfare Officers Forum
A online meeting for Sports Club Welfare & Safeguarding Officers based in Somerset.
You're invited to attend our club welfare forum for anyone involved in sport and physical activity in Somerset, but in particular those in your clubs who hold the role of 'club welfare officer' or 'safeguarding lead'.
If you're the Safeguarding or Welfare Officer at your Sports Club, please join Tracey Sweetland, Somerset Sport Welfare Officer at SASP to learn about local support and opportunities to assist you in your volunteer role.
