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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: Squash is a fast-paced game that requires agility, speed, and precision. 
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horseback riding

the activity or sport of riding on a horse

Ex: Horseback riding requires balance and proper posture. 
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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: Pool is a popular recreational activity enjoyed by people of all ages around the world. 
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horse racing

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

Ex: I’ve always wanted to go to a horse racing event to see the excitement firsthand. 
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goalkeeper

a player that guards the goal in soccer or other sports

Ex: The goalkeeper made a spectacular save to keep the match tied. 
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cyclist
cyclist
[noun]

someone who rides a bicycle

Ex: The cyclist pedaled quickly up the steep hill. 
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golfer
golfer
[noun]

someone who plays golf as a profession or just for fun

Ex: The professional golfer won the tournament with a stunning final round. 
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soccer player

someone who plays soccer, especially as a job

Ex: The soccer player scored three goals in the match. 
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diver
diver
[noun]

someone who jumps into a body of water as a sport

Ex: The diver executed a flawless somersault before entering the water. 
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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: His athletic physique was the result of years of dedicated training and healthy lifestyle choices. 
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stadium
stadium
[noun]

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

Ex: The new stadium was packed with fans, all eagerly awaiting the kickoff of the championship football game. 
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course
course
[noun]

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

Ex: The golf course stretched out across rolling hills, challenging players with its bunkers and water hazards. 
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court
court
[noun]

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

Ex: The players warmed up on the basketball court before the game. 
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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 team trained hard for months in preparation for the regional soccer tournament. 
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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: The football league has 20 teams competing this season. 
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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: The sports team plays in a highly competitive league. 
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champion
champion
[noun]

the winner of a competition

Ex: She was crowned champion after winning the tennis tournament. 
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final
final
[noun]

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

Ex: The team trained hard in preparation for the final, hoping to take home the championship trophy. 
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half-time
half-time
[noun]

a short break between two halves of a game or match

Ex: The team discussed their strategy during 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 Sterling. 
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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: She swung her racket with precision to win the tennis match. 
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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: The two opponents faced off in the final match of the tennis tournament. 
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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: The referee blew the whistle to signal the end of the match, much to the relief of the exhausted players. 
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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: The soccer match ended in a tie, with both teams scoring two goals each. 
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contest
contest
[noun]

a competition in which participants compete to defeat their opponents

Ex: The contest for the championship title was intense and thrilling. 
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result
result
[noun]

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

Ex: We anxiously awaited the election results, eager to see who would win. 
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catch
catch
[noun]

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

Ex: The baseball player made an impressive catch in the outfield. 
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to disqualify

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

Ex: The horse's broken leg effectively disqualified it from future racing events that season. 
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away game
away game
[noun]

a competition that is held at the ground of an opponent

Ex: They're gearing up for a tough away game. 
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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 team won their first home game of the season. 
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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: Did you catch the Super Bowl last night? The halftime show was amazing! 
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