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Eton Fives is a hand ball game similar to a cross between squash and volley ball, usually played in pairs the aim of the game is to hit the ball against a wall using only your hands or gloved hands.

Popularity
Eton Fives actually originates from a game in medieval times but the rules have been modified over the years and is an up and coming game with the first public court now open at Westway Sports Center London.

Location
Specialised courts have been made for this sport at Eton and other Public Schools however the first public courts are now open in Westway Sports Center London.

Age
Fives can be played from a young age using a wall around the home or the park, though Eton Fives is played by senior children.

Ability
Strategy and a good level of fitness are required for this game.

Description
Eton fives is played in a three sided court the object of the game is to hit the ball up and it can touch as many sides as long as it does not hit the floor, if the ball bounces twice on the floor that game is over, the object of the game is to outmanoeuvre the opposing team so they can't take their move and hit the ball up. The courts are compact and the ball moves really fast so makes for an exciting and fun game with the players having to be quick thinking and agile on their feet.

Dedication
A high need of dedication is required to learn skill and strategy and maintain physical fitness.

Potential
The more people who take up this sport will raise the level of potential.

Closely Related Activities
Squash 578,Volley Ball 627, Tennis 603, Rackets 484, Real Tennis 487.

Cost
Costs will be incurred through buying suitable sports wear and equipment, when playing at a public court a cost will be incurred for the session, check out your sports center for costs.

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.

Energy

Arms

Legs

Sight

Hearing

Speech

Learning

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