Sport

Slap Fighting

• Description: Slap Fighting involves players taking turns slapping each other, aiming to knock out their opponent. It is criticized for its dangerous nature and lack of defensive strategies.

• Pros:

  • "Well, it's better than golf."

• Cons:

  • "Someone's going to get a permanent brain injury for absolutely no reason."
  • "More of a hobby, with dangerous consequences."

Hammer Throwing

• Description: Hammer Throwing is a field event in track and field involving throwing a heavy hammer for distance.

• Pros:

  • "That’s extremely hard to do."

• Cons:

  • "It’s hammer time."

Parkour

• Description: Parkour involves moving rapidly through an area, negotiating obstacles by running, jumping, and climbing.

• Pros:

  • "Being an idiot can be dangerous."

• Cons:

  • "Not really a sport, per se."
  • "More of a hobby, with dangerous consequences."

Football family of games

• Description: Various forms of football like rugby, soccer, AFL, GAA, and NFL are discussed as part of the same family of games.

• Pros:

  • "It's football basically."

• Cons:

  • "Rugby union in NZ? Rugby League in Papua New Guinea. Not the same sport."

General Consensus

• There is a mix of praise and criticism for different sports and activities mentioned in the comments.
• Some highlight the passion and spectacle of certain sports, while others criticize the dangerous nature or lack of skill involved in others.
• Users express a range of opinions on the sports, with some defending them and others pointing out flaws or safety concerns.