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In Ancient Egypt, they played many sports to keep them entertained and occupied. Some are the same now (modern) and some sports has changed. For example, the ancient Egyptians had swimming contests and practiced in the Nile. Although the Egyptians had the Nile, there was still one more option for them. That option was to use a Noblemen's pool. To illustrate, today a lot of people have swimming pools, or belong to a summer camp or a swim club. Also, the high jump has changed over time. For example, in Ancient Egypt they used hands and feet as the base, instead of poles and or ropes. In conclusion, the Ancient Egyptians played the some of the same sports, but changed the rules.