Stick-fighting was banned in 1880 in response to the Canboulay Riots. In 1937 stick-fighting was re-introduced in controlled competitions. Today, stick-fighting gayelles all over Trinidad and Tobago form an important attraction as part of the annual Carnival celebrations.

In terms of effectiveness, stick fighting can be highly effective in a street fight if the practitioner is well-trained and skilled in the art. The use of a stick or similar weapon can provide reach, leverage, and striking power, which can be advantageous in self-defense situations.

The Gers. Like many of the best nicknames, Rangers' most popular moniker comes from a simple shortening of their name. Ironically, fans often refer to the club as 'Glasgow Rangers', although the city in which they play has never formed part of their name officially.

The nickname Teddy Bears became popular during 1970s, inspired by Cockney rhyming slang. If one were to imitate a thick Glasgow accent, Bears will sound like Bers and that then rhymes with the word Gers - a shortened version of Rangers.