ringwerpen

Ringwerpen is a precision throwing sport in which competitors aim to land rings on pegs or posts arranged on a target board. The primary objective is to score points by successfully fitting rings over pegs, with higher points typically assigned to more difficult targets. The rings are usually circular and made from plastic or metal, with sizes adapted to age or skill level.

Equipment and targets vary by ruleset, but most formats use a vertical or slightly angled board featuring multiple pegs at different heights or positions. Each peg carries a point value, and rings that do not land on a peg generally do not score. The throwing distance is defined by the competition rules and can differ for age groups or event categories. Rings must remain on a peg after contact to count for that throw.

Playing format commonly involves rounds where a player has a fixed number of throws per round, accumulating points across rounds. Tiebreakers may consider last-round performance or the number of successful throws. Variants of ringwerpen exist, with some boards using different peg configurations or scoring schemes, but the core idea remains landing rings on pegs to maximize points.

History and status: Ringwerpen has roots as a traditional schoolyard and local-sport activity in parts of Europe, especially the Netherlands and neighboring regions. Today it is practiced at local clubs, schools, and occasional national or regional competitions. The sport is typically categorized alongside other target-throwing disciplines and is accessible to a wide range of ages and abilities.