Doggies (Sunīši)

Info

Two leaders of the game and 1 to 3 participants - or "doggies".

Game leaders face to face to each other approx. 5m to 10m away. 1 to 3 participants or “doggies” stand in the middle between the two leaders.

You need a soft object; you can also play with a ball.

The leader throws the ball or object to the other leader. If the ball is caught by the "doggie", then the "doggie" becomes the leader, and the leader becomes the "doggie".

History

The game was created at a time when there were no smartphones, computers, when children spent their free time outdoors, approx. around the 1950s-1960s. There is no information about the exact place of its origin, but the game was popular throughout the territory of Latvia with different variations.

Physical abilities developed

Improve movements: jumps, squats, lunges, running, etc., promote cooperation skills, improve throwing and catching skills.