1. The Historical Rise of Organized Sports
Learning from the Greeks, the Romans first started participating in sports by building places for exercise. ... In the 1800's soccer (which would come to be known as football) began. ... Also in the 1950's football pants were designed with interior pockets which would hold the football pads into place. ... I am a true sports fan and it is very interesting to me to know that what I am watching was also a form of Roman bloodsport. ... Although I am very pleased that (most) sports are not like that of the Roman times, I do find it interesting to watch Ultimate Fighting. ...
- Word Count: 1671
- Approx Pages: 7
- Has Bibliography
- Grade Level: High School