VX (sport)

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VX

Highest governing body	Global VX
First played	2006, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Characteristics
Contact	Yes
Team members	5 players per team
Type	Team sport
Equipment	VstiX, VX ball
Venue	Indoor court
Presence
Olympic	No

VX is a team sport that originated in North Yorkshire, United Kingdom in 2006. It is a fast-paced game that combines elements of various sports, requiring agility, strategy, and teamwork. The sport is governed by Global VX, the international governing body.

History

VX was created in 2006 by Paul Hildreth and Chris Peacock. The sport was initially developed as a way to engage young people in physical activity and has since grown in popularity, with clubs and competitions established in several countries.

Rules and Gameplay

VX is played on an indoor court with two teams of five players each. The objective is to score points by hitting opponents with a soft ball called a VX ball using a piece of equipment known as a VstiX. The game is played in two halves, each lasting 20 minutes.

Equipment

• VstiX: A specially designed stick used to throw and catch the VX ball.
• VX ball: A soft ball used in the game.

Scoring

Points are scored by hitting opponents with the VX ball. The team with the most points at the end of the game wins.

Governing Body

The sport is overseen by Global VX, which is responsible for the rules, regulations, and international competitions.

Competitions

VX has a number of national and international competitions, including the VX World Cup and various national leagues.