19th century schools

How did they promote sport?
Lots of money - could afford the facilities needed
Large grounds - had the space needed
professional coaches acquired
Boys had lots of free time
House system - competitions, still remains today

Why?
character building, teamwork, leadership
took passion for games with them when left school
Spread across the british empire

Busy at home as well
became influential members of communities
influenced people about sport

Set up large amounts of governing bodies