The Modern Sports and Hobbies Encyclopedia http://www.hobbystop.net http://www.hobbystop.net/Foosball/A_Brief_History_Of_Foosball.html Foosball tables have been seen in movies, popular TV shows and in bars and the homes of young adults throughout the world. But, from where did foosball come? When was it invented? Has the game or the equipment used undergone any significant changes over the years? To many, foosball is an enigma. Existing in the present, most have no idea of its origin. In this article, you'll learn about the history of foosball. You'll discover how a humble tabletop game slowly grew to become a global phenomenon. http://www.hobbystop.net/Foosball/A_Brief_History_Of_Foosball.html http://www.hobbystop.net/Foosball/Learning_The_Rules_Of_Foosball.html Despite the long history of foosball and its prevalence in bars and pubs throughout the world, very few people are aware of the rules of how to play the game. The unique element of foosball is that there are many variations of the rules. Some rules are considered at the discretion of the players (or a competition organizer). Others rules are dependent upon the type of foosball table used. In this article, you'll learn the rules of foosball that are used almost universally. http://www.hobbystop.net/Foosball/Learning_The_Rules_Of_Foosball.html http://www.hobbystop.net/Foosball/The_Spread_Of_Foosball_Competitions.html Foosball has long been considered a casual game played with friends at the local pub or college. The rules of play are often ignored and even the score can be forgotten as the game progresses. But, there's an entirely separate culture that considers foosball with the same prestige and regard as other professional sporting events. This culture brings players together from around the world to compete against each other for the world title. Professional organizations promote and regulate these events while injecting credibility into the sport. http://www.hobbystop.net/Foosball/The_Spread_Of_Foosball_Competitions.html http://www.hobbystop.net/Foosball/Foosball_Tables:_Knowing_Your_Options_And_Tips_For_Buying.html In the past, foosball tables were often made cheaply. There simply wasn't enough demand for companies to produce high-quality tables. But, times change and the growing popularity of foosball has resulted in a growing demand for durable foosball tables. Some tables can easily reach prices of several thousands of dollars. If you're planning to buy a foosball table, this article will be valuable to you. Below, you'll learn about a few differences in foosball tables as well as a few tips for when you're ready to buy a new table. http://www.hobbystop.net/Foosball/Foosball_Tables:_Knowing_Your_Options_And_Tips_For_Buying.html http://www.hobbystop.net/Foosball/Rise_Of_The_Foosball_Robots.html When most people think of playing foosball, they imagine walking into a bar, pub, or a college student's house for a friendly game. But, sometimes, a casual game develops a technical underbelly. Whenever something with an element of competitive spirit becomes popular, scientists somewhere in the world will work tirelessly to develop a means to test a person's ability to compete and by extension, their spirit in the face of loss. But, these scientists' true intent lies deeper. http://www.hobbystop.net/Foosball/Rise_Of_The_Foosball_Robots.html http://www.hobbystop.net/Foosball/Learning_Foosball_Strategies_To_Win.html While playing foosball may first seem haphazard as the ball ricochets wildly across the field, it's actually a game of skill, strategy and precision. Like most games that involve strategy, your ability to compete and ultimately dominate your opponent is within your reach. Skilled players develop foosball strategies that confound and surprise their opponents, all but guaranteeing a victory. In this article, you'll learn a few strategies that the pros use to rule the foosball table. http://www.hobbystop.net/Foosball/Learning_Foosball_Strategies_To_Win.html http://www.hobbystop.net/Foosball/Overview_Of_Foosball.html Once considered the official game of pubs and fraternity houses, foosball (also called table football and table soccer) has slowly grown in popularity. Today, the game receives the same attention and treatment of many organized sports. With its fan base spreading, foosball is now promoted by official organizations and tournaments held around the world. http://www.hobbystop.net/Foosball/Overview_Of_Foosball.html