What is the Washers Game?

What exactly is the game Washers?

The Washers Game is a game that goes by many other names, such as: Washers; Washer Tossing; Texas Horseshoes; Redneck Horseshoes; Hillbilly horseshoes; Hot tub party, and Irish quoits. It is played with washers, instead of horseshoes, that are aimed at buried cups or washer boards.

The classic game of washers has taken tailgating, camping, and back-yard barbecues by storm. It is a game that is becoming a huge hit across the country. If you like Bocce Ball, Lawn Darts, Bean bag toss, Horseshoes, or just having fun in the great outdoors, then you will love playing washers! It will not damage your yard! It can be played on the grass, sand, carpet, or concrete. It can even be played indoors. The best part is the game is portable. You can bring it anywhere.

Willy Washers has been created to make the washer game more fun to play, to assist players in finding and picking up their washers no matter how far they have strayed in the parking lot, grass, or sand. Willy conveniently fits into a standard washers game box, holds a players’ washers, and extends to a generous 30”. Willy brings life to the party and he can also assist the physically challenged and elderly in playing the game.

Wikipedia: Washer pitching

Washer pitching is a physical game of skill that originated in the Southern United States. It is very similar to horseshoes. It is an especially popular pastime in the United States. Washers is often referred to as “Texas Horseshoes” in parts of the United States. It is also referred to as Hot Tub Party in other areas of the country.

Washer Pitching (aka Washers)

Washer Boards can vary in size but a standard size for one hole Washers is 24in. X 24in. In the one hole version the boards can also come in a pentagon or octagon shape. Three hole Washers is rectangular in shape. The boards are placed approximately 21 ft away from each other. Generally underhand tactics are used to throw the washers. The person throwing can stand on, next to, or behind, but not in front of the box. Scoring is like horse shoes where the second team to go can wash out/rebut any points that the first team may have scored and then add to their total. Games are normally played to 21 points. In some parts of the country the boxes are placed 25 feet away from each other and games are normally played to 15 points. Basic pit holes are 21 feet apart. One point is awarded for each washer nearer the whole than the opponent’s closest, 2 for “hangers” (washers protruding over the edge so that the bottom can be seen through the center), and 3 for “ringers.”

In the “real” version of Washer Pitching, in Texas, there are no boards. The washers are 1 inch I.D., 2 1/2 inch O.D. The PVC cups are either 3 inch, 3 1/2 inch or 4 inch (3 is the preferred size) I.D., 21 feet apart. The washer “pits” (where the cups are buried) should be approximately 48 inches square and be comprised of a sandy or loamy soil. The game is played to 21 points. The closest washer to the cup is awarded 1 point. A “hanger” any washer protruding over the edge of the inside of the cup is awarded 3 points. A “cupper” gets you 5 points. There are no “leaners” or “ringers,” those are Horseshoe pitching terms. If your opponent lands on your cupper, they cancel out, and the other washers are scored normally. A 3‐2‐1 scoring can be used to make the game longer. Team washer pitching is mighty entertaining, and double‐elimination tournaments are

Official Washer Pitching Association Rules

Washers is an outdoor game of skill, played by four contestants. The game field consists of two washer pits, each containing one recessed cup of 4 inches in diameter (101.6 mm) positioned a specific distance apart, toward which players throw washers to score points. The official distance, from cup centers, is 21 feet. Shorter or greater distances are occasionally used but are not certified for official competition. For a tournament to be official, 5 teams must be present. Each player throws four washers toward the opposite cup. Subsequent throwing order is based on who scored last with the scorer throwing first. In games with a standard pit, players may stand anywhere inside the pit when throwing. In games without a framed pit area, players are allowed to stand no closer than one normal step in front of the cup. The starting contestant throws all four washers, one at a time, followed by the second player’s throws. Only one player may score per round. A washer inside the cup scores 5 points, leaning over the side is 3 points, and closest to the cup is 1 point. Scoring is done after all contestants have thrown. Should player #2 hit player #1’s washer, for example, and nudge it closer to the cup than his own, player #1 thanks player #2 and benefits. Should player #1 land a washer inside the cup and player #2 also land a washer inside the cup, player #2’s throw negates the cupper & no points are awarded for the cupper.

In this example, points would then be awarded based on the remaining washers and their distance from the cup. (Distance from the cup is generally determined by visual observation but may require a measurement. In the rare event that the two closest washers are equidistant from the cup, no points are awarded) Should player #1 score two cuppers and player #2 cap only one of them, 5 points would be awarded to player #1. A winning game is determined in several ways. Should one player or team reach 11 points before the opponent scores a single point, the game is called a skunk and the player or team with zero points is out of the competition. With two players or teams, and one reaching 11 points before the other scores, the game is finished. Should one player or team score 17 points while the opponent has scored only 1 point, the game is called a whitewash & the player or team with only 1 point is out of the competition. (A skunk & whitewash are not official tournament rules).

When one player or team reaches 21 or more points before the opponent reaches 20 points, the game has gone full‐term and the team or player with 21 or more points is declared the winner.

So now when you are tailgating, camping and/or RVing, at the family BBQ, or just having fun in the great outdoors. Have more fun and play washers, with Willy!

Willy Washers is a Washers Game Necessity.

Willy Washers is a Washers Game Necessity. A real complement to the washer game. Once you play washer's with Willy you will never want to play the game without him. It is our goal to introduce Willy Washers throughout the country and get more people to play washers. If you like camping and/or RVing, tailgating, BBQ's or outdoor fun, then playing washers is the game for you.

Willy Washers attended the Sports Licensing and Tailgate Show in Las Vegas in January. I am sure some of you have seen the fun he had from the pictures posted on Willy's Great Adventures. We want to know where your Willy has been! Keep sending us the great pictures.

Since we are avid RV'ers we have decided to exhibit at some of the upcoming RV shows.

This weekend Willy Washers will be attending the Atlantic City RV Show in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Friday, February 25 through Sunday February 27, 2011. We hope to see you there.

We will also be attending the 18th Annual Rhode Island RV Show on March 4 through 6, 2011. So if you can't make it to Atlantic City, then come join us in Rhode island.

The washers game is sold in sporting good stores as well as several of the large department stores. You can also get custom built sets from us.

So if you are in the area and want to check out Willy, please come and see us at the show! HAVE MORE FUN, PLAY WASHERS WITH WILLY!

Getting ready for the camping season! Lets Play some Washers!

I don't know about you, but I am ready for some warm weather, camping, BBQ's and outdoor fun. It has been far too long of a winter here in Jersey and I am ready to conquer the great out doors. It's about time we fire up the RV and hit the road!

Willy Washers' founder is an avid camper and loves to take the RV out on the road. So far we have been to some really great campgrounds/RV Resorts. Some of our favorites are the following:

Of course, my all time favorite (so far) is Fort Wilderness in Disney. There is so much to do right in the campground. The swimming pools are huge, horseback riding, nightly bonfires and marshmallow roasting with a movie, pony rides for the kids, a restaurant and bar for the adults, or even just enjoy driving your golf cart around and checking out the beautiful scenery. Not to mention you just catch a ride on the ferry or the bus to go to the park of your choice. When it's time to rest you will find the guests playing the washer game while hanging at their site. One day there will be a Fort Wilderness Willy!

Next I suggest, Ocean Lakes Family Campground in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. If you like fun in the sun, then this is the place for you. Nothing like waking up in the morning and smelling the ocean air. There are even Ocean Front sites, a game room for the kids, indoor/outdoor swimming pools. Sandy's Pizza Delivery Service too. You can even take your washer toss game to the beach. Don't worry about losing the washer in the sand, if you have a Willy, you can easily find it.

Another favorite is the Lake George RV Park, New York. What a truly beautiful place. The scenery of the mountains on the lake is so very peaceful. Well, peaceful looking for that town is hopping. Boat rentals, tubing, hiking. You name it. Lake George is "The Great Outdoors!", and when you go back to your site you can relax and play washers.

There are so many places to go and see. This year we are looking forward to going to Frontier Town in Ocean City Maryland. This will be our first trip there. We are very excited. I heard that wild horses run on the beaches. Looking forward to this trip.

Of course we will be introducing Willy Washers to our fellow campers who love to play washers.

If you know of a great campground you think we should try, we would love your to hear your suggestions.

We will be introducing Willy Washers to campgrounds around the Country. Because, Willy makes playing washers more fun.

Tailgating, Fun and Thank You!

With Super Bowl weekend upon us, I thought it would be a great time to say thank you to all of the great sites we have had the opportunity to stumble upon.

Here at Willy Washers we are all about having fun; the great outdoors, camping and/or RV'ing, and let's not forget tailgating. But what fun would it be without a great outdoor game? Our favorite is the Washer Game, hence Willy Washers, but we still love Beer Pong, Corn Hole, Horse Shoes, heck we just like to play.

Tailgating is not just a pre-game party, it is a sport within itself. If you are looking for some great tailgating gadgets then check out Tailgating Ideas.com.

And what goes with the gadgets? Well, great food and beverage of course. Another one of my favorites is I Love To Tailgate.com. Not only are there great food reviews but also tailgating gadgets too.

My favorite site for mouth watering BBQ ideas is Game Day Eats. I can honestly say, yummmm.


There are so many others like The Tailgate Couch and Tailgate Hot Bags, just to name a few.

So many great ideas, gadgets, and recipes to be found here. So please take a look at these sites. You wont be disappointed.

Willy Washers attended the Sports Licensing and Tailgate Show in Las Vegas in January and we had a great time. So many interesting and good people. If you have a tailgating gadget then consider attending the 2012 Sports Licensing and Tailgate Show. Definately a great investment. See Willy Washers Great Adventures for pictures from the show.

So in closing, thank you to all for the tailgating ideas, good recipes and the opportunity to have met many great people at the show. Best of luck to all, and don't forget.... HAVE MORE FUN, PLAY WASHERS WITH WILLY!

Willy Washers is all about having fun. Having a home State of New Jersey, the ground has been covered with snow for over a full month now. Seemed as though playing washers was out of the picture. Well, not for Willy. Didn't even have to take off the gloves. Willy picks up those washers right out of that snow.