Top 10 Best Medieval Sports

Some ancient sports are still played today. Which do you think are still the most fun after centuries?
The Top Ten
1 Archery Archery is the sport, practice or skill of using a bow to propel arrows. The word comes from the Latin arcus.

Also, it has become a pro sport. It was the main weapon of its time, one of the few that could fire long-range, and was operated by just one person. Kill a man quick!

Archery is number one because it's a good sport to test your accuracy. Even Robin Hood fancied playing archery!

Archery is number one because it is the most efficient weapon. In the Battle of Crécy in 1346, the French army was decimated. It is estimated that nearly 2,000 French knights and soldiers were killed by longbow arrows. The English lost just 50 men.

2 Fencing

You learn a new way to walk and challenge others. Of course, hitting someone feels good. Why shouldn't it? It's not something you are born able to do, so it really is unique.

Fencing is the best sport in the world. I know it started in the 1400s, but it is very dangerous. I own a fencing court. My parents are millionaires. I own 15 fencing swords.

Fencing is great. It builds strength, muscle, stamina, agility, concentration, and coordination. It also works the cardiovascular system.

3 Jousting

Jousting was created in medieval times as a form of entertainment.

I like the game of jousting!

I love watching them do it.

4 Horseback Riding Horseback riding (or Equestrian) is one of the most intense sports known to man. Not only because it's physically challenging, but it takes more than athleticism. Horseback riding takes commitment, time, patience, and most importantly building a bond with your horse. If you don't have a good relationship... read more

I think horseback riding was the best because I love horses. I own one now, and its name is Hippo. I love riding for fun - just kidding, I just love horses!

Very cool! The first time I went horseback riding was when I was 5 years old. It was so much fun!

Well, all you horse lovers must love this.

5 Wrestling Wrestling is a combat sport involving grappling type techniques such as clinch fighting, throws and takedowns, joint locks, pins and other grappling holds.

Well, I know tons of people do this in high school.

6 Hammer-throwing

I think hammer-throwing would be quite fun because you can see how far you can throw it.

It's an Olympic sport now, so it must be good.

It's really fun.

7 Bat and Ball

I love this because it is a bit like cricket.

Okay, listen, bat and ball is the bomb.

I enjoy bat and ball.

8 Bowling

I love bowling! It's so cool. I think it should be a lesson in school.

Bowling is such a fun game.

9 Horseshoes

Well, maybe it's not much of a sport, but you can still compete.

10 Bear-Baiting

Terrible sport... for bears!

The Contenders
11 Hurling
12 Colf
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