Okay I figure there are a few here who know a thing or two about sports and could settle a friendly dispute I'm having among some friends- Within the context of the discussion, don't bring up outside arguments, please.
Here it is:
Which is a more overall athletically demanding sport: Hockey, or Basketball? Take into account endurance, toughness, athletic ability, stamina and overall skill set to play and excel at the game.
Two of us say Hockey, but one is stubbornly stating that while a tougher sport, hockey doesn't require the "pure athletic ability" required for basketball. -and yes, I laughed in his face, because that was just silly (IMHO).