Roque is a hard-surface form of the game of crocquet played in the USA. It was contested at only one Olympic Games, when it replaced Crocquet. the 1904 Olympic Games were held in St. Louis, United States of America.
It is not played anymore.
Popularity
Roque does not seem to be played anymore.
Location
United States of America.
Description
Roque is played one against one, on a hard sand or clay court measuring 30 X 60 ft bordered by a boundary wall, a curb bevelled at the ends to form an octagon. Players use this wall to bank balls similarly to how billiard balls are played off the cushions of a billiard table.
Closely
Related Activities
Croquet 162.
Level of Demand
The table below shows the maximum levels of demand that this activity requires. NOTE: These are not entry levels or levels of requirement and has nothing to do with ability.
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Arms
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Legs
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Sight
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Hearing
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Speech |
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