Early baseball in Kentucky/Predecessor Game 6
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Latest revision as of 04:05, 12 August 2012
Spread of baseball: Home -> Kentucky -> Early baseball in Kentucky/Predecessor Game 6 |
Location | Kentucky |
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Year | 1843 |
City | Lousiville |
State | Kentucky |
Country | United States of America |
Name of game | Cricket |
Found by | Greg Perkins |
"The first game of 'cricket' played in this State will take place at the 'Oakland Course' this week. A club is formed for the purpose, Capt. Metcalfe having procured, bats, balls, etc. therefore, free of charge."
Sources
Spirit of the Times; A Chronicle of the Turf, Agriculture, Field Sports, Lite...Nov 4, 1843; 13, 36; APS Online pg. 426