Kids in Salem will have a new way to play at Waterworth Memorial Park thanks to an Eagle Scout project.

According to the Salem Parks & Recreation Facebook page, a gaga ball pit has been installed and is ready for use in Waterworth Memorial Park courtesy of Max Hammers, who is currently working toward his Eagle Scout rank.

Gaga ball is a similar game to dodgeball where players gather in an octagonal pit and throw a ball and must avoid being struck. Players who are struck are eliminated.

This is not the first time a gaga ball pit was built as a result of a scout project in Columbiana County.

Girl Scout Elizabeth Siembida of Leetonia had her gaga ball pit installed at the Columbiana Middle School back in the fall of 2024.