Definiția și Sensul lui "that [is] the way the ball [bounce]"

What is the origin of the idiom "that's the way the ball bounces" and when to use it?

The phrase "that's the way the ball bounces" is an idiomatic expression that originated in the United States. It is used to convey the idea that a particular situation has unfolded as a result of chance or circumstances beyond one's control.