Why did Octopush start in England?

The game originated in England in 1954 when Alan Blake, a founder of the newly formed Southsea Sub-Aqua Club, invented the game he called Octopush as a means of keeping the club’s members interested and active over the cold winter months when open-water diving lost its appeal….Underwater hockey.

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When was Octopush invented?

1954
How did it start? Originally known as “octopush,” the game was invented in Great Britain in 1954 to help train divers and British commandos. The sport is recognized by the International Olympic Committee and is governed by the World Underwater Federation (CMAS).

What is the sport Octopush?

underwater hockey
Octopush is underwater hockey and is a supreme aerobic game. It was invented in the early 1950s by sub-aqua divers in Southsea who got bored just swimming up and down pool lanes to get fit. The game is now played worldwide.

How do you win Octopush?

Object of the Game The object of underwater hockey is to successfully hit the puck into your opponent’s goal. The team that scores the most goals in the allotted time is then the winner. Obviously the game is played totally underwater and players must remain underwater until a goal is scored.

Who is the best underwater hockey player?

Alan Blake: he created the underwater hockey in 1954 and was a great player. Thomas Grossin : he was world champion in 2008 and won 3 times the European tournament: once with the French team and twice with his club.

What are the rules of Octopush?

The rules of Underwater Hockey are fairly simple. Basically it is a non contact sport, a player cannot interfere with another player with their free hand. There is no off side rule howevre shepherding and obstruction is not allowed.

Where is underwater hockey most popular?

Underwater hockey is played in at least 36 countries spread across six continents. In countries like Australia and New Zealand, it’s popular — and respected — too. According to Opuszynski, underwater hockey is as widespread in New Zealand high schools as football or baseball are in America.

Who invented underwater hockey?

The British Navy
The British Navy invented underwater hockey in the 1950’s to keep their divers fit and to improve their ability to move and work efficiently under water. The game came to Australia shortly after and has evolved into a fast, dynamic sport, played in more than 20 countries.