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B1 Level Wordlist - Sports and Players

Here you will learn some English words about sports and players, such as "boxing", "squash", "pool", etc. prepared for B1 learners.

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CEFR B1 Vocabulary
boxing
boxing
[noun]

a sport in which fighters wear special gloves and use only their fists to hit each other

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squash
squash
[noun]

a game that involves two or more players, hitting a rubber ball against the walls of a closed court by a racket

Ex: The objective of squash is to hit the ball against the front wall in a way that makes it difficult for the opponent to return .
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horseback riding

the activity or sport of riding on a horse

Ex: She bought boots specifically for horseback riding.
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pool
pool
[noun]

a game played on a table with two players, in which the players use special sticks to hit 16 numbered balls into the holes at the edge of the table

Ex: The sound of balls clacking against each other and the smooth glide of the cue stick on the felt adds to the ambiance of a pool hall .
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horse racing

a sport in which riders race against each other with their horses

Ex: We ’re planning to attend the horse racing festival next month .
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goalkeeper

a player that guards the goal in soccer or other sports

Ex: The goalkeeper's quick reflexes earned him the player of the match award .
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cyclist
cyclist
[noun]

someone who rides a bicycle

Ex: The cyclist stopped at the intersection to wait for the traffic light .
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golfer
golfer
[noun]

someone who plays golf as a profession or just for fun

Ex: Many golfers gathered for the charity event at the local course .
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soccer player

someone who plays soccer, especially as a job

Ex: He met a retired soccer player during the charity event .
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diver
diver
[noun]

someone who jumps into a body of water as a sport

Ex: The coach gave tips to the diver to improve their body positioning mid-air .
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captain
captain
[noun]

the player in charge of a sports team

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athletic
athletic
[Adjective]

physically active and strong, often with a fit body

Ex: Her athletic endurance was evident as she completed the marathon despite the challenging weather conditions .
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stadium
stadium
[noun]

a very large, often roofless, structure where sports events, etc. are held for an audience

Ex: The stadium's design allows for excellent acoustics , making it a popular choice for both sports events and live music performances .
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course
course
[noun]

an area of land or water used for races, sports, and other similar activities

Ex: The soccer course was lined with vibrant green turf , where players honed their dribbling and passing skills .
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court
court
[noun]

an area where people can play basketball, tennis, etc.

Ex: He practices his serve on the tennis court every morning.
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tournament

a series of sporting games in which teams or players compete against different rivals in different rounds until only one remains and that is the winner

Ex: The local golf tournament raised funds for charity while showcasing impressive talent .
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league
league
[noun]

a group of sports clubs or players who compete against each other and are put together based on the points they have gained through the season

Ex: Professional athletes often compete in international leagues.
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olympic
olympic
[Adjective]

related to or associated with the Olympic Games

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competitive
competitive
[Adjective]

referring to a situation in which teams, players, etc. are trying to defeat their rivals

Ex: Competitive industries often drive innovation and efficiency .
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champion
champion
[noun]

the winner of a competition

Ex: She proudly held up the trophy as the new champion.
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final
final
[noun]

the last match, race, etc., in a competition that determines the champion

Ex: The final of the tennis tournament drew a large crowd of excited fans .
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half-time
half-time
[noun]

a short break between two halves of a game or match

Ex: They reviewed their mistakes at half-time.
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to pass
to pass
[Verb]

to give the ball to a teammate by kicking, throwing, etc.

Ex: He passed the ball to the striker for an easy goal .
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racket
racket
[noun]

an object with a handle, an oval frame and a tightly fixed net, used for hitting the ball in sports such as badminton, tennis, etc.

Ex: The professional player autographed a racket for his fan .
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basket
basket
[noun]

the net attached to a ring in which basketball players try to throw the ball

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save
save
[noun]

a move made by a player in order to stop their opponent from scoring a goal or point

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opponent
opponent
[noun]

someone who plays against another player in a game, contest, etc.

Ex: Her main opponent in the competition was known for their quick decision-making .
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referee
referee
[noun]

an official who is in charge of a game, making sure the rules are obeyed by the players

Ex: After reviewing the video footage , the referee overturned the initial call , awarding a penalty kick to the opposing team .
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match
match
[noun]

a competition in which two players or teams compete against one another such as soccer, boxing, etc.

Ex: He trained hard for the upcoming match, determined to improve his performance and win .
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contest
contest
[noun]

a competition in which participants compete to defeat their opponents

Ex: The chess contest between the two grandmasters lasted for hours .
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result
result
[noun]

the outcome or final score of a competition, match, test, etc.

Ex: The crowd erupted in stunned silence as the unlikely turn of events unfolded , leaving everyone to grapple with the completely changed result of the game .
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catch
catch
[noun]

the act of capturing something that has been thrown through the air

Ex: I managed to make a last-minute catch, grabbing the falling book before it hit the ground .
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to disqualify

to make someone or something not fit or suitable for a particular position or activity

Ex: Posting offensive comments online disqualified the celebrity from being considered for a family-friendly brand sponsorship .
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away game
away game
[noun]

a competition that is held at the ground of an opponent

Ex: That last away game was a huge win .
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home game
home game
[noun]

a sports match played on a team's own field or court, rather than at the opponent's location

Ex: The players felt more confident during the home game.
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Super Bowl

a yearly football competition held in America where the two best professional teams play against each other to win the National Football League

Ex: Who do you think will win the Super Bowl this year ? The teams seem evenly matched .
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