Gaga ball was played throughout the weekend at Half Moon Park in Wells. The game is similar to dodgeball, but players are allowed to use their hands and a player is only out if the ball hits them somewhere below the waist. - Kelly Wassenberg/Albert Lea Tribune

The gaga ball pit at Half Moon Park was the sight of continuous games during Kernel Days. Players who had already been eliminated sat on the ledge of the pit wall or stood on the edge to wait until the next game started. - Kelly Wassenberg/Albert Lea Tribune

Children of varying ages played gaga ball at Half Moon Park during Kernel Days this weekend. There are no formal teams in the sport, which allows players to come and go from the game as they please. - Kelly Wassenberg/Albert Lea Tribune

During some games, there would be over 20 players in the gaga pit at Half Moon Park during Kernel Days. The goal of the game is to eliminate other players and be the last player standing. - Kelly Wassenberg/Albert Lea Tribune

The gaga ball pit had continuous games running back to back during Kernel Days weekend. These two players fought to eliminate the other to allow for the next game to start. - Kelly Wassenberg/Albert Lea Tribune