Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Simonball

The following discussion is an archived debate of the proposed deletion of the article below. Please do not modify it. Subsequent comments should be made on the appropriate discussion page (such as the article's talk page or in a deletion review). No further edits should be made to this page.

The result of the debate was delete. bainer (talk) 13:08, 7 July 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Simonball

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A kids' game made up a few weeks ago. Fan1967 19:24, 29 June 2006 (UTC)

• Note. I also tried tagging it for speedy A7. Author keeps removing the tags. Fan1967 19:41, 29 June 2006 (UTC)

• Delete As per nom. I was thinking about this one, but wasn't sure. Check Animalball aswell David Humphreys 19:28, 29 June 2006 (UTC)
• Delete per nom. -- Chet nc _contribs^talk 19:54, 29 June 2006 (UTC)

• Just because this game has been largely invented by "kids" doesn't constitute a reason for deletion, it is infact a game devised many years ago by parents of the games inventers and recently adapted and given a new name. It is a fun game and definately worthy of a place in wikipedia. Chris_125

• Comment Any user can check the history of the article. First you said it was invented June 7, 2006. Then 2004. Then 1904. Then 1954. I believe you were telling the truth the first time. Fan1967 20:02, 29 June 2006 (UTC)

• Its only because I dont want the article to be deleted, I don't see what you have against it anyway Chris_125

• Please add comments at the bottom. It is a local game played by a few kids in a small area, not appropriate for a global encyclopedia. Fan1967 20:19, 29 June 2006 (UTC)

• Delete. I'm tempted to say that Wikipedia is not for things made up in (Cottenham) one day, but let it pass, let it pass. Regardless of how fun this game might be, "fun" is not the measure by which AfDs are resolved ... and, as this article does not present verifiable evidence of its subject's notability, it should be deleted. Best, Docether 20:22, 29 June 2006 (UTC)

• It is a fast growing sport I believe has a future. Wikipedia prides itself on providing information on a wide range of subject matter; many other subjects a lot smaller than Simonball have entries. I also do not appreciate your condescending tone especially since you know nothing about Simonball other than what I have written and you don't know anything about me or anyone else who plays it hence making your use of the term "kids" inappropriate since many adults as well as "kids" play it. I would accept constructive criticism as to how the article could be improved Chris_125

• One of the rules is that Wikipedia is not a crystal ball. No one can predict the future. Can you show verifiable evidence from reliable sources that the game is widely played today? Has it been featured in newspapers, on web news sites, on TV? Fan1967 20:39, 29 June 2006 (UTC)

• I cannot offer proof in the form of newspapers or websites that Simonball is widely played since it has only been played for a short period in recent times. I do know, however, all those who have played Simonball have enjoied the game immensly (hence having over 100 regular players as it has become an un-official college sport). This is the reason why I have spent my evening creating this article, in order to get publicity so that Simonball can spread and then maybe I can show you some proof in the form of newspapers or TV reports. Chris_125

My name is Adam and I feel it appropriate to concur with Chris_125. As a player of Simon ball myself I think it necessary that I put forward my judgment here. Chris has put foreword some very valid points, and I can confirm that many people at many different colleges in our area have discovered Simon ball and Staff are considering running it in schools. I don’t think you have enough evidence to disrespect the game in question as you do not know enough about the enjoyment that many "kids" AND adults get from playing it, therefore I think you should take back your criticism and put somewhere better deserved. As were on the subject of disrespect, the "Line of Tony" is named so because this is where a friend of Chris and I lost his life. This is another reason I feel it is appropriate for me to put my opinion foreword. I hope you will reconsider your words and let Simon ball takes its course.

Yours sincerely.

Adam Nimmo. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by Arnie-nemo (talk • contribs).

• User's only edit. —Whomp [T] [C] 22:04, 29 June 2006 (UTC)

• Adam, I'm sure youre game is great fun, but it needs to be notable to deserve a Wikipedia article. When it's popular enough to be mentioned in the national press, then you can resubmit the article. Until then - Delete per nom. Tevildo 21:40, 29 June 2006 (UTC)
• Delete for not notable and admitted fraud by author. --DarkAudit 22:15, 29 June 2006 (UTC)
• Delete, WP not for things made up one day, original research, nn. Tychocat 22:34, 29 June 2006 (UTC)
• Delete I think WP:NFT says it all. -- Kicking222 23:18, 29 June 2006 (UTC)
• Delete as it stands right now this isn't very notable. If it is gaining players and support as claimed please resubmit the article when it is notable. --Pboyd04 00:08, 30 June 2006 (UTC)
• Delete because it's dumb. Danny Lilithborne 00:15, 30 June 2006 (UTC)

I would like to refer to the comment made Mr Danny Lilithborne and say that over here in Harrisonburg, West Virginia, we also play a similar game to simonball and it has entertained the people of our community for generations. I would also like to say that this article has helped us due to the fact that we are now very clear on the different rules and regulations of the game known in england as Simonball!I think that this is a renowed sport and that it should be recognised on this most prestigious internet encyclopedia. Long Live America and SIMONBALL!

Howard. G. McNakey, Harrisonburg (HowardMcNackey123)

Hi I think that simon ball is one of the greatest sports of the modern era. There is no possiable way you can delete this. Simon ball is not just a sport played by kids in a small village but its an art. Art is not somthing you can simply just delete but is an important part of todays modern society. If you feel that it is appropriate to delete this article then mabye you should try the sport before you criticise it.

KEEP SIMON BALL!!!

Master Maton

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