Hockey
Who invented hockey?
James Creighton
Who invented Basketball?
James Naismith
Name 3 other activities that people would do in their spare time?
hunting, fishing, music making, dancing, sleighing, ice skating, swimming and roller skating
Where was Hockey most popular?
Hockey was most popular in St Stephen, New Brunswick, Ottawa Ontario, and Montreal Quebec.
Why was Hockey created?
It was a way to stay active in the winter without needing a gym or indoor space.
Why was Basketball created?
Basketball was created as a winter distraction for James Naismith's students. It was a way to get there energy out.
Who bought the Stanley cup?
Frederick Arthur Stanley or The Governor
Where was Basketball most popular?
Basketball was popular in St Stephen, New Brunswick, Ottawa Ontario, and Montreal Quebec.
When was First indoor organized Hockey game?
March 3, 1875
When was Basketball created?
Basketball was created on December 21, in 1891.
When was Woman's Hockey introduced in to the Olympics?
Where was Hockey first created?
Windsor, Nova Scotia.
What year was the first recorded Women's hockey game?
It was in 1889.
When was dribbling introduced to basketball? And why is it important?
Dribbling was introduced in 1901. Dribbling is important because it allows easier ball movement and it's easier for players to control the dribbling speed.
What did the people back then believe Roller Skating showed?
People said it celebrated freedom, creativity and also just for fun.
Where was Basketball made?
Springfield, Massachusetts.
When was Hockey created?
Mid 19th century
What equipment was used in the first basketball game?
They used 2 peach baskets and one soccer ball.
Who is Louis Rubenstein?
Louis Rubenstein was a great skater. His dedication led to the creation of the Amateur Skating Association of Canada in 1888.
Where was the first recorded female Hockey game?
Barrie, Ontario.