VX (sport)

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/vx-sport

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 incorporating elements from dodgeball, lacrosse, Basque pelota, and hockey
2. What is the place of origin?North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
3. What is VX and how do you play it?VX is a fast ball sport where players throw and catch a ball to score in the opponent’s goal. The game focuses on quick passing and constant movement, so everyone runs, throws, and catches instead of holding the ball for long.
4. Why was the sport renamed from Rock‑It‑Ball to VX?The name change happened in 2012 to help people around the world recognize and join the sport. It made it easier to grow beyond the UK and bring more players together.

Gender-Neutral Sport: A sport designed and played with equal participation and opportunity for all genders.
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Accessibility in Sport: Ensuring that sports are available and adaptable for individuals with diverse physical and cognitive abilities.