Basque pelota The ball is made out of a boxwood core from 20 to 36 mm in diameter. The ball is then wrapped in a latex wire (for: Hand Pelota, Grand Chistera, Jai Alai, and open air Pala). It is important to know that the core of the ball is different for individual age groups so that the weight limit is respected. The core can also be made from latex (for: Cesta Punta, Xare, Pala Corta, and Remonte). A wire of pure new wool is then wrapped around the core very carefully so that the ball is round and even throughout. A
Pelota Mano Court, Trebonne Queensland's history. The Pelota Mano Court, Trebonne, is significant for its strong association with the Basque community in the district. The small but significant migration of Basque people to the area was instrumental in the success of the sugar industry in North Queensland, particularly in the period following the Second World War. Pelota Mano Court, Trebonne Pelota Mano Court is a heritage-listed sports ground at Trebonne Road, Trebonne, Shire of Hinchinbrook, Queensland, Australia. It was designed by Ford, Hutton & Newell and built in 1959 by Idillio Quartero and Ken Duffy. It is also known as Basque Handball Court and