Sports & Hobbies
Talk about the games you play, watch, and follow.
A person on the same team as you.
“My teammates cheered when I scored.”
A person who trains a team or player.
“The coach called a timeout to talk strategy.”
The official who controls a sports match and enforces the rules.
“The referee gave him a yellow card.”
The points in a game; or to get points.
“She scored the winning goal in the last minute.”
A series of games or matches to find a winner.
“Our school is hosting a basketball tournament next month.”
A place with equipment for exercise.
“I go to the gym three times a week.”
To extend your muscles, usually before or after exercise.
“Remember to stretch before you run.”
To do light exercise before the main activity.
“The players warmed up for twenty minutes before the match.”
To do better than a previous best result.
“He beat his own personal best in the race.”
A game that ends with both sides having the same score.
“The match ended in a 1-1 draw.”
Someone who supports and follows a team or player closely.
“He’s a huge fan of that basketball team.”
A competition to find the overall best team or player.
“They won the championship for the third year in a row.”
Damage to the body, often from playing sport.
“She’s out for the season with a knee injury.”
Regular training to improve a skill.
“We have football practice every Tuesday and Thursday.”
A person watching a sports event.
“Thousands of spectators filled the stadium.”
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