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Mug Basketball Hoop

Turn snack time into game time! This Mug Basketball Hoop is a fun, hands-on activity that brings a little friendly competition to your kitchen table or work desk. With a few simple supplies and some Hershey favorites, kids and adults can build their own mini hoop and practice sinking some sweet shots.

Whether you keep it simple or add the optional launcher for extra excitement, this easy activity is perfect for rainy days, parties, breaks or anytime you’re looking to score big at home or in the office.

You'll Need & Step-by-Step Directions

MAKE MODE:

Prevent your screen from going dark.

You'll Need

  • 1
    Printable template
  • Heavy cardstock
  • Scissors
  • Glue dots (or hot glue)
  • 1
    Clothespin
  • 1
    Miniature plastic or paper cup (approximately 2 oz)
  • 7
    Popsicle sticks
  • 4
    Rubber bands
  • 1
    mug or bowl
  • HERSHEY'S KISSES Candies, marshmallows, or REESE'S PIECES Candies (for launching)

Step-by-Step Directions

printed template
cutting out hoop
cutting off bottom half of cup
wrap cup with net template
attach cup to backboard
attach clothespin to backboard
rubber band popsicle sticks
create plus pattern with popsicle sticks
wrap popsicle sticks in rubber bands
completed launcher beside hoop