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Photographs of the game Stick頢eing played
Stick頭 the evolution of a new game from lawn tennis and squash rackets. The game of Stick頩s a sort of combination of lawn tennis and squash rackets, being played over a lawn-tennis net on a hard court with back and side walls. Light lawn-tennis rackets and a small black-covered ball, on the lines of a lawn-tennis ball, are used. The service must go above the tape shown in numbers 1 and 4, and the scoring is by single points up to fifteen. The game is played at several garrison towns, but the court here illustrated is a private one in Esher. Date: April 22nd 1908
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This intriguing photograph captures the early days of the unique and little-known game of Stick頢, a fascinating fusion of lawn tennis and squash rackets, dating back to April 22nd, 1908. The game, played on a hard court with a lawn-tennis net and back and side walls, was gaining popularity in garrison towns during the early twentieth century. In this image, we see two players engaged in a lively match, each wielding light lawn-tennis rackets and using a small, black-covered ball, reminiscent of a lawn-tennis ball. The service must be hit above the tape marked by numbers 1 and 4, and scoring is kept by single points up to fifteen. Stick頢 represented an unusual departure from traditional lawn tennis and squash games, offering a fresh and invigorating pastime for sports enthusiasts. The game's origins are not definitively known, but it is believed to have evolved from the combination of the two popular sports, each contributing unique elements to create a new and exciting experience. This particular court, located in the private grounds of Esher, showcases the game's simple yet captivating setup. The net, lines, and equipment are all reminiscent of lawn tennis, while the addition of the side and back walls brings to mind the enclosed space of a squash court. With its rich history and intriguing blend of elements, Stick頢 remains an intriguing and fascinating glimpse into the pastime and sports trends of the early twentieth century.
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