Goalball
Goalball was invented in 1946 by an Austrian Hanz Lorenzen and a German, Sett Reindle. It is a unique team sport for the visually impaired, played by 2 teams of 3 players.
The game is of 14 minutes duration (playing time) divided into 2 x 7 minute halves. The ball used (which is called a goalball), weighs 1.25 kg and contains noise bells. The object of the game is to roll the ball over the opponent's goal line using a bowling action.
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Goalball
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Goalball - Team sports for the visually impaired played by 2 teams of 3 players each. Technical subcommittee. Rules of goalball. Part of IBSA (International Blind Sports Federation) site. Links.
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Minnesota Goalball - Provides information about the sport, rules, US and international events, team photos, player profiles, news, and information how to join or support the team.
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Goalball New Zealand - Rules and playing tips, notes for parents, instructors and sports administrators, local news and events.
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USA Goalball - Features history and background for this Paralympic sport, including resources to start playing, start a team, or funding Goalball efforts. Discussion forum, links and contacts are provided.
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Goalball.co.uk - Governing body for the sport within the United Kingdom. Includes development plan, events calendar, mailing lists, and contacts. Features text only and graphic versions of site.
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GoalBall International Fanclub - Information about the rules, history and background for this sport, a guide on how to start playing, and discussion forum.
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Kentucky Goalball - Provides team information, player profiles, practice location, and related links. Supported by the Kentucky Association of Blind Athletes.
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The Power of Goalball : Other Visions - From the series TravelVision commentaries. Article written by Sue Wiygul Martin.
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