Showdown

History

Patrick York, a Canadian athlete who is also totally blind, collaborated with Lewis on refinements to the rules and equipment. York was also the major influence in creating the table design. After years of working together the first table and the game of showdown was played in 1980.

Showdown was an international success at its debut as a demonstration sport during the 1980 Paralympic Games in Arnhem, the Netherlands.

"According to information from 2024 IBSA International Blind Sports Federation "