Calcio Storico is one of these. Translated as historical football, to the observer Calcio Storico appears to be a combination of American football, rugby, and martial arts. It is still played annually in Florence, and although the rules have been changed to suit modern day expectations, it is still brutal. Too brutal for a school yard game - or is it?
This was the question for a group of students in Room 3. Could they adapt Calcio Storico for a school tournament? - Yes they could!
Using the basic structure and ideas of barbed wire - a game played at school - they were able to add components of Calcio Storico, creating a new game.
There was a lot of trial and error as a class. The students would decide upon some rules, go out and try them out, come back and reflect upon how it went and then make any necessary changes. After a few goes, the final rules were established.
From here the idea of an interclass tournament as part of our Celebration of Learning was born.
Luke created a poster and information to share with the other classes in order to gain entries for the competition. They visited the classes and answered their many questions.
Jordy took the lead organiser role, creating a tournament draw and schedule for games throughout the week, assigning the jobs of referee, time keepers and score recorders to the other boys involved.
And then it was game time!
I learnt when you're a referee you have to be fair to both sides.It was also one of my highlights of the year. It was really fun watching the games too. I learned to manage how they play and figure out the right decisions to make. It was fun teaching them all the rules.
The Calcio Storico was an exciting experience. We learnt how to be a referee for a sport and tournament. It was really fun to ref some games. The most exciting experience was refereeing the final.
The final of the tournament was held during the Celebration of Learning between Room 1 and Room 2.
To complete the tournament, Samuel, Jaxon, Tane and Jordy presented the classes with certificates in the Te Mihi assembly to recognise the results.
In fourth place was Room 7, third was Room 4, second was Room 2 and Room 1 were crowned Calcio Storico champions.
It is great to see classes continue to play this during PE and fitness times, and don’t forget - Room 3 is still keen for a game or two!
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