About Our Game

Name

Throw Your Flag (trademarked)

Abstract

A flag throwing game designed to enhance the viewing experience of football games played on television. Players can throw, drop, pitch, fling, and hurl flags in response to different events happening during the game. The game includes four colored flags made of soft cotton material. Players throw a yellow flag after a penalty happens, a red flag after an officiating call is questionable, a green flag before a crucial play, and a team flag during both kick-offs and punts when the player's team is receiving. The team flag can also be thrown in celebration immediately after the game is over (if their team wins). See game rules.

Background

Watching football games on television has long been a popular pastime for many people. However, the viewing experience can be more interactive and engaging through physical props such as throwing a flag.

Summary of the Invention

The invention is a game called "Throw Your Flag," played at home while watching football on TV. The game includes four lightweight flags made of soft cotton material. The flags are designed to be indoor safe and easy to handle and can be used by players of all ages. Players throw their flags in response to various events happening during the TV broadcast.

Description of the flags

The game includes four 3x12" colored flags. A yellow penalty flag, a red challenge, a green "for the game" flag, as well as a team flag with customizable colors. The yellow flag is thrown after a penalty happens during the game, and the red flag is tossed after a questionable officiating call. The green flag is thrown before a crucial play that could affect the game's outcome. A team flag (customizable color) is thrown at both kick-offs and punts when the player's team is receiving and in celebration immediately after the game is over.

Advantages

The invention provides a new and exciting way to enhance the viewing experience of football games on television. The game design is to be simple and easy to play, making it accessible to players of all ages. The flags are 100% cotton, making them safe for indoor use. The game can be played by a group of people, making it fun to socialize and interact with friends and family while watching a football game. 

Additionally, the game allows players to show their support for their favorite team by throwing the team flag at specific moments.