When did the Aztecs invent the ball game?

The Aztec ball game, known as Ōllamaliztli, has roots that trace back to earlier Mesoamerican cultures, with evidence suggesting it was played as early as 1400 BCE. However, the Aztecs themselves embraced and popularized the game around the 14th century, during their rise to power. The game held significant cultural and religious importance, often associated with themes of life, death, and the cosmos.