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Design a trophy to support a tennis, soccer, or bowling ball.

Explore such concepts as material properties, varied shape strengths, center of gravity, and structural design by building a "trophy" that can support either a tennis, soccer, or bowling ball. With only limited materials to work with, each team must build a tall trophy that is strong enough to balance their chosen ball. Visitors are encouraged to test and redesign their trophies as often as they like until they achieve their ultimate design.

Supplemental Material

• Worksheet (pdf)
• Educator's Guide (pdf)