– Football (Soccer): Originated in England in the 19th century, evolving from medieval folk games. –
– Basketball: Invented by Dr. James Naismith in 1891 in Springfield, Massachusetts, as an indoor activity for students. –
– Tennis: Its modern form began in England in the 1870s, though it traces back to 12th-century France. –
– Baseball: Evolved from older bat-and-ball games, becoming popular in the U.S. in the mid-1800s. –
– Cricket: Originated in England in the 16th century, spreading worldwide with British colonial influence. –
– Rugby: Began in 1823 when a student at Rugby School, England, ran with the ball during a football game. –
– Ice Hockey: Developed in Canada in the 19th century, inspired by field hockey and stick-and-ball games. –
– Olympic Wrestling: Dates back to ancient Greece in 708 BC, featured in the original Olympic Games. –
– Volleyball: Invented in 1895 by William G. Morgan in Massachusetts as a gentler alternative to basketball. –
Table Tennis (Ping Pong): Originated in Victorian England as a parlor game, becoming a competitive sport in the 1900s.