Sand Horses

Beach Volleyball Card Game

The courtside card game that turns every beach volleyball match into a competition. Play for points with the family or play for drinks with friends. Four game modes, one deck, your rules.

Ace
+2
Bounce Kill
+4
Shank Pass
-1
Match Point Error
-4
115+
Cards per Deck
4
Game Modes
2+
Players
2
Editions

Courtside in 60 Seconds

Green cards are good plays. Red cards are faults. Values run 1 to 4. In points mode, card values score points. In drinks mode, card values become sips — and a 4 means finish your drink.

01

Draw Your Hand

Each player draws green and red cards from the deck. Your hand is your playbook for the match.

02

Watch the Court

When a play on court matches a card in your hand, call it out loud and play it. First to call it scores.

03

Score & Draw

Each card scores its printed value. Draw a replacement so your hand stays full. Common plays cycle fast.

04

Win the Match

Most points when the real match ends wins. Or try Survivor, Fantasy Draft, or Hot Seat for a different experience.

Value Scale

ValuePoints ModeDrink ModeRarity
11 point1 sipCommon
22 points2 sipsCommon
33 points3 sipsOccasional
4 (Finish)4 pointsFinish drinkRare

Rec Edition Cards

Every card is based on real courtside tally data. Play them for points or play them for drinks — the value on the card tells you how many of each.

Green Cards — Positive Plays

Ace
+2
Block Point
+1
On-2 Kill
+2
Serve Run
+3
Foot Dig
+3
Nasty Cut Shot
+1
Kill from 5+ Off
+2
Team Celly
+1
Bounce Kill
+4
Game-Winning Kill
+4

Red Cards — Faults & Mistakes

Serve Into Net
-1
Shank Pass
-1
Double Contact
-2
Lift / Carry
-2
Gets Roofed
-2
Sand Monster
-1
Skyball Out
-2
Missed After Ace
-2
Match Point Error
-4

Plus 6 write-in blank cards (3 green, 3 red) for custom plays. Full deck: ~115 cards.

Game Modes

Same deck, four completely different games. Every mode works for points or drinks with 2+ players.

V1

Head to Head

Classic mode. Draw 2 green and 2 red. Call plays, score points. First to call it gets it. Most points wins.

Points: score the card value. Drinks: give that many sips. A 4? Someone finishes their drink.
V2

Survivor

Every card costs you. Start at 20 points. Green or red, playing it hurts. No giving, only taking. Lowest score loses.

Points: subtract the card value. Drinks: take that many sips yourself. A 4 costs you big either way.
V3

Fantasy Draft

Pick a court player. Only their actions score for you. Green adds, red subtracts. Best net score wins. Drafting matters.

Points: green adds, red subtracts. Drinks: green = give sips, red = take sips yourself.
V4

Hot Seat

Nominate a court player each rally. Vote: will they fault? Right call scores. Wrong call costs. Maximum chaos.

Points: right call scores the card value, wrong call loses 1. Drinks: wrong voters drink, right voters give.

Choose Your Deck

Same game, different materials. Standard card stock for indoor and casual play. Waterproof plastic for the beach. Both include all 4 game modes.

Rec Edition

Standard Card Stock
$22 / deck
  • 115+ cards for recreational play
  • All 4 game modes
  • Rules reference card included
  • 6 write-in blank cards
  • Gift-ready tuck box
  • QR code for rules & reorders
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Bundle

Rec + Beach Together
$46 / bundle
  • Both editions in one order
  • Best value per deck
  • One for home, one for the court
  • Ideal gift purchase
  • Save vs. buying separately
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Questions

Both. Same deck, you decide how to play. In points mode, card values score points. In drinks mode, card values become sips — and a 4 means finish your drink. A rules reference card is included with every deck.
2 or more. All four game modes work with any group size. More players means more competition for the same cards.
Nope. Every card describes a specific, visible play (like "Serve Into Net" or "Ace"). If you can see the court, you can play. No volleyball knowledge required.
Same cards, same game, different material. Rec Edition is standard card stock in a tuck box — great for indoor play and gifts. Beach Edition is 100% waterproof plastic card stock designed to survive sand, water, and sun.
The Advanced Edition is designed for competitive play with ~85 cards reflecting elite skills and high-stakes moments. It's planned as a future release once Rec Edition demand is validated. It can be played standalone or combined with the Rec deck.
Each deck includes 3 green and 3 red blank cards with a dashed border. Write in any custom play or fault you want — inside jokes, local rules, or plays specific to your group.

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