13. Pelota Purepecha
The Mexican game of Pelota Purepecha has been compared to field hockey, except for one major difference. The puck is on fire. If this sounds intense, it’s because it is! While Pelota Purepecha was common in ancient times, the game is no longer as common, because of how dangerous it is. People still play field hockey without fire, and follow much of the same rules as the original game.
Recently, the Mexican government brought the game back, in an attempt to celebrate the country’s ancient cultural history. Now, the game is something that is often played during special occasions, and has become a popular attraction for tourists to see the gamer playing at night with the puck on fire.
