Water target game

Abstract

A water target game played with a ball or projectile for use in places such as amusement parks or the home is disclosed. The preferred embodiment consists of a circular target supported by a pole which is placed between two pods with spray nozzles. A water supply hose connects to the base of the target. Inside the base are control valves which regulate the flow of water to the spray nozzles in the pods. A motion sensor is located in the circular target. Indicator lights prompt players when to throw a projectile through the target. A control unit connects to the motion sensor, indicator lights and control valves. A player(s) stands on each pod holding a projectile. An indicator light flashes on the pole prompting the player(s) on one pod to throw. If the player(s) successfully throws the projectile through the target, the motion sensor signals to the control unit to activate the valves whereby water is sprayed on the opposing player. If the player(s) misses the target, the control unit will signal another valve to activate and release water through the nozzles on the pod where the player(s) is standing, thereby penalizing him. The device can also be reprogrammed to change the rules of the game in other embodiments. The device can have modified embodiments to be used in conjunction with water slides, in swimming pools or can be electronically linked to several devices of the same to form a larger attraction.

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