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Article on the new game Stick頡nd Rugby Football
Page of text on rugby football and Stick麠 the new game (lawn tennis cum squash rackets) This includes information on how Stick頷 as played. Date: April 22nd 1908
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Football Lawn Pastime Pastimes Racket Rackets Rugby Squash Stick Tennis Games
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April 22nd, 1908: Introducing StickandRugby Football, a Fusion of Sports and Pastimes This photograph showcases an early match of StickandRugby Football, a unique and intriguing game that combined elements of rugby football and Stické, a precursor to both lawn tennis and squash rackets. The game, which gained popularity around the turn of the 20th century, was a testament to the inventiveness and adaptability of sports enthusiasts. StickandRugby Football was played on a rectangular field, similar to a rugby pitch, with two teams of eleven players each. The objective of the game was to score points by grounding the ball in the opposing team's goal area using a stick, much like a hockey stick, instead of the traditional rugby ball. However, the twist came when the ball was hit with a Stické racket, similar to a squash racket, instead of being kicked or carried. This added a new dimension to the game, making it a thrilling blend of rugby's physicality and Stické's agility and precision. The game's rules were simple yet effective. Players could only use their sticks to hit the ball, and contact with the ball was allowed only when it was in motion. The game was also relatively fast-paced, as the ball could be hit back and forth between players with ease, making for exciting rallies and intense moments of competition. StickandRugby Football was a testament to the innovative spirit of the time, as it combined the best elements of popular sports and pastimes. Its unique blend of rugby's physicality and Stické's precision made it a must-see event for sports enthusiasts in the early 1900s. Today, this photograph serves as a reminder of the rich history of sports and the creative ways in which they have evolved over time.
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