Maud Brand (1856-1944) at Glynde East Sussex dressed for stoolball, ball in hand

watercolour by Gertrude Brand (1844-1927) about 1866

more on the Brand sisters
👉 https://t.co/AoFJzxntYB

6 12

Here is your yearly reminder that is a brilliant which originated in Sussex! It is likely a forerunner to and was being played as early as the 15th century. It has a long history of women's teams, such as this Fittleworth team from c1900. 🤘

19 48