Data regarding the Birth of Sports in the Franco-Flemish region of the Middle Ages

Abstract

Over the centuries, the practice of sports has evolved in a dynamic way, which led to its current state as an integral part of our society. However, the history of physical education in the Middle Ages period is controversial. The traditions of chivalry and tournaments often took the spotlight of historians and readers, sadly leaving much of the celebrations, games, and exercises practiced by ordinary people, which were most often very imaginative, dynamic, cheerful, and appealing in a shade. This paper attempts to highlight the fact that the Franco-Flemish region can be considered the "cradle" of modern sports, especially the majority of games. So in order to locate the origins, we present the beginnings of sports such as cricket, golf, and ball games.