Thanks to Robin for digging out this gem from the archives…
Speed Ball Official Rules – Edition 1.10 – May 30, 1993
What is Speed Ball?
Speed Ball was invented in May of 1992 by a group of young men from Thunder Bay, Ontario. It is a fast, no contact, game played on in-line skates on large paved areas. The object of the game is to score as many points as possible by tossing a speed ball into one of two baskets located at either end of the playing field.
Who Can Play Speed Ball?
Anyone who is up to the challenge of hard, fast skating can play Speed Ball. Idealy, teams are made up of five players, and should include players with talents of speed, manuverability, passing, catching, and goal scoring skills. The ability to think fast and adapt stratagies in mid-play are good qualities in a player, but most of all, it is important that everyone playing has a good play-fair-have-fun additude.
- Speed Ball Rules Full Text