Fronton is a team sport derived from the Spanish Pelota game and is a common sport in Spain, Southern France, and several Latin American countries. The name originally referred to the wall, or fronton, that the players would hit the ball against. In basic terms, it's similar to handball or racquetball, where a ball is hit with a hand or racket against a wall. Rules and equipment can vary depending on the specific version of the sport. Typically, Fronton is played in doubles, in a 30 meter long court. The sport requires agility, coordination, strength, and precision, and can be very physically demanding. Specific versions include Pala Corta, Rubber-paleta, Paleta-Leather, Xare, Cesta Punta, and Hand-Pelota.
