SAFETY FIRST:

If your stick becomes damaged or broken in any way-- stop using the stick immediately.
Using a broken or damaged Hackees stick could result in serious injury.
If the butt-end becomes dislodged from the stick, stop play with that stick, and use a strong 2-part epoxy or other strong adhesive on the outside edge of the insert section of the butt-end to re-attach it securely back into place before resuming use.
KEEP STICK BELOW THE SHOULDERS of your opponent at all times when playing defense.
Accidents do happen. Please play Hackees at your own risk and comfort level.

Please see our full safety guidelines and frequently asked questions here: https://hackeeslax.com/pages/faqsafety

Suggested format of play:

Hackees® are meant to be played together! We recommend playing 2 vs. 2, 3 vs. 3 and so on. We suggest that you designate a clearing line if playing with one goal, and use this line as a way to switch teams from offense to defense. Beat the defenders with dodges and passes, no chicken shots! Most importantly, have fun...GET OUTSIDE, AND PLAY!

Beach Rules: Same as above, but we play a "no-scoop" style. First to touch a ground ball with the head of their stick takes over possession. That way no one is eating sand!

Alternative way to play // "Wall-ball" : This game can be played in teams of 2 to 4 players. While the other team defends, try to bank pass it off of the wall to one of your teammates for a point. After one team scores a point, the opposing team (that was scored against) gets to start with the ball. This is a great way to practice tight, man-to-man defense...as well as practice getting open in the offensive zone!