Beer Pong

Elbow violation: Shot doesn't count; Interference: Offended team gets an extra throw; Cup touching: Offended team may rearrange their cups

Ping pong balls (typically 1-2 per team); 6-10 cups per side (standard size: 16oz/473ml); Standard table (8ft/2.4m long recommended)

The game is played on a flat rectangular table, typically 8 feet (2.4m) long. Cups are arranged in a triangle formation at each end of the table, with the point of the triangle facing the opposing team.

Beer Pong is typically played with: 2-4 players per team (2 is standard for competitive play); No official referees required, though tournaments may have judges; All players take turns throwing

Teams take turns throwing ping pong balls into the opponents' cups; When a ball lands in a cup, that cup is removed from the table; The team that eliminates all of the opponent's cups first wins

Scoring in Beer Pong is straightforward: Each cup successfully hit counts as one point; The first team to eliminate all opponent's cups wins; In tournament play, matches may be best of three or best of five games

Elbow Rule: A player's elbow must not cross the edge of the table during a throw; Interference: Distracting a player during their throw; Ball Retrieval: Touching opponent's cups when retrieving a ball

Always drink responsibly and know your limits; Water can be substituted for alcohol for non-drinking participants; Ensure the playing area is clear of hazards