This document discusses three sports - Jai-Alai, Polo, and Cricket - and compares their origins, key aspects, and influences. It analyzes each sport based on positive influence, negative influence, overall success, and a total score. Jai-Alai originated in the Pyrenees mountains and was originally played against church walls. Polo is played in teams of four and rider safety is important. Cricket was first played with sheep skin balls and a hockey stick.