Torball

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/torball

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the sport classification?Team ball sport designed for athletes with visual impairments
2. What is the period of development?Originated in the 1970s, with rule refinements through the 1980s
3. How do players know where the ball is?The ball has a bell inside that makes noise, so players listen to hear its speed and direction.
4. Why do players wear eye covers?Eye covers make sure everyone can only use their hearing, keeping the game fair for all.

Proprioception: The sense of the relative position of one's own parts of the body and strength of effort being employed in movement.
Auditory Acuity: The sharpness and clarity of hearing, a critical skill for Torball players.
Inclusive Sports Design: The practice of creating sports that are inherently accessible and engaging for individuals with diverse abilities.