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C2 Level Wordlist - Sports

Here you will learn all the essential words for talking about Sports, collected specifically for level C2 learners.

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CEFR C2 Vocabulary
curling
curling
[noun]

a winter game where players slide round flat stones across the ice in order to hit a certain mark

Ex: The curling rink was filled with excitement as teams competed in the annual tournament, strategizing and sweeping to guide their stones to victory.Ā 
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lacrosse
lacrosse
[noun]

a game played on a field with two teams, each consisting of ten players using long-handled sticks with a net to throw, carry, and catch the ball

Ex: The lacrosse team practiced diligently, honing their passing, catching, and shooting skills in preparation for the upcoming tournament.Ā 
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CrossFit
CrossFit
[noun]

a high-intensity fitness program that combines various exercises like weightlifting, cardio, and gymnastics

Ex: She joined a CrossFit gym to challenge herself and improve her overall fitness level, pushing through intense workouts that combined strength training and conditioning.Ā 
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floorball
floorball
[noun]

a team sport played indoors with plastic sticks and a lightweight ball, resembling indoor hockey

Ex: The floorball team practiced passing drills and shooting exercises to improve their skills and coordination on the court.Ā 
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tetherball

an outdoor game played with a tall pole and a ball attached to a rope, where players hit the ball in opposite directions to wrap the rope around the pole in their favor

Ex: The children at the playground took turns playing tetherball, swatting the ball around the pole in an attempt to wrap the rope fully around it.Ā 
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seed
seed
[noun]

a strong and highly ranked player in a sports tournamnet

Ex: As the top seed in the tennis tournament, he was favored to win the championship title.Ā 
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decathlon
decathlon
[noun]

a competition consisting of ten different sports that takes place over two days

Ex: He trained tirelessly for the decathlon, preparing for the grueling schedule of events that included sprinting, jumping, throwing, and endurance races.Ā 
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titlist
titlist
[noun]

a person who holds a title or championship in a particular activity or sport

Ex: The tennis titlist successfully defended his championship title, defeating his opponent in a thrilling five-set match.Ā 
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contender
contender
[noun]

a person or team trying to win something in a contest, especially one with a strong chance of winning

Ex: The boxer emerged as a strong contender for the championship title after a series of impressive victories in the ring.Ā 
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rookie
rookie
[noun]

a person in their first year of professional competition or activity

Ex: The rookie quarterback impressed coaches and fans alike with his poise and skill on the football field, showing great promise for the season ahead.Ā 
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playoff
playoff
[noun]

the final match to determine the winning team or player when they have the same score

Ex: The basketball playoffs were an intense series of games, with the top teams competing for a spot in the championship finals.Ā 
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grandstand finish

an exciting or dramatic conclusion to a sporting event, often with a close or unexpected outcome

Ex: The marathon came to a grandstand finish as the two lead runners sprinted neck and neck towards the finish line, with the eventual winner crossing by a mere fraction of a second.Ā 
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most valuable player

the palyer that is judged to be the most significant or useful in the team

Ex: He was awarded the Most Valuable Player trophy after leading his team to victory in the championship game, with his exceptional performance on the field making him stand out among his peers.Ā 
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grand slam

a major championship or series of victories in sports, typically tennis, golf, or baseball

Ex: He won the tennis grand slam by claiming all four major tournaments in a single year.Ā 
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Grand Prix

one of a series of international motorcycle or car racing competitions

Ex: The Monaco Grand Prix is one of the most iconic events in Formula One, known for its challenging street circuit and glamorous atmosphere.Ā 
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welterweight

a weight category between lightweight and middleweight in professional boxing and similar sports, typically 63–67 kg or 139–147 lb

Ex: The boxer moved up to welterweight after dominating the lightweight division.Ā 
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gridiron
gridiron
[noun]

a field painted with parallel lines in which American football is played

Ex: The players lined up on the gridiron, ready for the kickoff to start the football game.Ā 
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pennant
pennant
[noun]

an award, typically a flag or banner, presented to the champion of a professional baseball league

Ex: The baseball team proudly raised the pennant after winning the league.Ā 
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rappel
rappel
[noun]

the act of descending a cliff using rope that is coiled around the body

Ex: The mountaineering course included a rappel, where participants practiced descending a steep cliff using ropes and harnesses.Ā 
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slapshot
slapshot
[noun]

a powerful hockey shot using a swinging motion to strike the puck with force and speed

Ex: The player scored a goal with a powerful slapshot from the blue line.Ā 
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smash
smash
[noun]

a powerful shot with great force and speed, often seen in games like tennis or badminton

Ex: The tennis player won the point with a powerful smash down the line.Ā 
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birdie
birdie
[noun]

(golf) a score of one stroke less than the par value for a hole, typically achieved by sinking the ball into the hole with one fewer stroke than the expected number

Ex: He sank a birdie putt from six feet away.Ā 
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drop shot
drop shot
[noun]

a softly hit shot in sports like tennis or badminton, aimed to land just over the net and close to the opponent's side

Ex: She surprised her opponent with a perfectly executed drop shot.Ā 
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double fault

(tennis) the failure of a player to successfully serve the ball into the opponent's court twice in a row, resulting in the loss of a point

Ex: She lost the game after committing a double fault on match point.Ā 
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fumble
fumble
[noun]

an act of dropping or failing to catch the ball properly

Ex: His fumble in the final seconds of the game cost his team the championship.Ā 
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steeplechase

an athletic race, usually 3000 meters, run on a track with barriers and water jumps

Ex: She specializes in the 3000 m steeplechase event.Ā 
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regatta
regatta
[noun]

a sporting event consisting of a series of races between rowboats or sailing boats

Ex: The annual regatta drew competitors from around the world, all eager to showcase their sailing skills in the prestigious event.Ā 
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to dope
to dope
[Verb]

to take drugs or substances intended to enhance athletic performance

Ex: The cyclist was banned for attempting to dope before the race.Ā 
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