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Old cat is a family of historical North American bat-and-ball games related to early forms of baseball. The games were adapted for small groups when a full team could not be assembled, and their names refer to the number of bases or players used in a particular version. One old cat used a single base, with the batter and fielders rotating through roles. It is of interest to people studying folk games, baseball history, and the development of stick-and-ball sports.
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What is Old cat?
Old cat is a family of historical North American bat-and-ball games related to early forms of baseball. The games were designed for smaller groups when a full team was unavailable.
Why is it called old cat?
The name refers to a group of related bat-and-ball games rather than one single standardized sport. Different versions were identified by the number of bases or players involved.
How did old cat differ from full baseball games?
Old cat games could be played with small groups when a full baseball team could not be assembled. Their rules and player counts varied by version.
Were there different forms of old cat?
Yes. The family included versions named for different numbers of bases or players, reflecting the flexible format of the games.
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