The Game Of Footbag
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The World of Footbag
Introduction to Footbag
Footbag has a rich history, with its roots in various global cultures. Ancient games similar to footbag, such as Kemari in Japan, Sepak Takraw in Malaysia, and Tsu Chu in China, all share the core principle of keeping a ball airborne using any part of the body except the arms and hands.
Rise of Modern Footbag
The modern version of footbag was created in 1972 in Oregon, USA, by John Stalberger and Mike Marshall. They introduced the term "hacky sack," which became a popular name for the sport. Although the name was acquired by the Wham-O corporation in 1983, footbag is still commonly referred to as hacky sack worldwide.
Footbag remains true to its origins, promoting sportsmanship and group participation. It’s an excellent way to meet new people, stay fit, and enhance coordination and flexibility.
International Footbag Competitions
The International Footbag Players' Association (IFPA), a non-profit organization, oversees global footbag competitions, sponsoring around 20-30 events each year. The IFPA also publishes the Official Rules of Footbag Sports.
Popular Forms of Footbag
1. Footbag Net
Played by teams of one or two on a court divided by a net, footbag net requires agility and precision. The court is 20 feet wide and 44 feet long. Games are played to 11 or 15 points, requiring a two-point lead to win.
Key features include serves across the court and a sequence similar to volleyball, featuring bumps, sets, and spikes. Special footbags, designed for durability, are used in this variant.
More details on the official rules can be found at [footbag.org](http://www.footbag.org/rules/chapter/300).
2. Footbag Freestyle
This competition involves individual routines of tricks, sometimes set to music. Judges, often the competitors themselves, score based on presentation, difficulty, variety, and execution.
A memorable routine from the 2006 World Footbag Championships by Vasek Klouda is available at [footbag.org](http://www.footbag.org/gallery/show/10103).
For official rules, visit [footbag.org](http://www.footbag.org/rules/chapter/500).
3. Street Freestyle
The most common form, street freestyle, involves players in a circle passing the footbag, trying to keep it off the ground. Though not an official competition, it’s popular among all skill levels.
Basic guidelines include serving to others in the circle, avoiding apologies for drops, and refraining from using arms or hands (except for serving).
Explore more about street footbag at [kemariworld.com](www.kemariworld.com/content/tricks).
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