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What is ICS
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The game of International Court Soccer is played in a racquetball or squash court using a specifically designed ball. The game can be played one vs. one or two vs. two. Two vs. two brings into play team play where the three total touches can be shared within the two players. The walls of the court make for infinite combinations of playing situations, that in turn give the player an equal amount of creative ways to play the ball. One may use this as a training aid to develop skills in traditional soccer, as a way to recuperate from injuries in a more controlled manner, or as a fun and demanding workout with friends or family. One can make ICS fun, friendly and recreational, or it can be very competitive and physically demanding. Thus, playing and enjoying a game of ICS is possible for a wide range of ages, physical conditions, and skill levels.
International Court Soccer had its start at the Metro YMCA in Portland, Oregon in 1986. John Birks and Ron Wagner began playing with a volleyball, which proved to be too lively. In December of 1986, the copyright to the rules of the game was granted to John Birks. The game then developed privately within a select group of players that helped refine and improve the game, and test equipment. The OLYMPIC ATHLETIC CLUB in Seattle, Washington was the site of the latest advancements in the game prior to its release to the general public.
In 2002, trademark and patent applications were filed on the game, and Video Productions, Inc. produced our first video. 2002 was also the year that our Official ICS Ball was produced. The arduous process of testing culminated in a match ball with optimal feel, playability, and bounce specifically geared to be used for ICS. Order it today
The ICS World Kick-Off was held at Olympic Athletic Club in Seattle in February 2003. Members of local college and club teams looking for ways to enhance their training options showed up, as well as fitness-minded men and women attracted by the visually-evident fun workout potential of the game. Ages ranged from 12 to over 50.