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training
[noun]

physical exercise done in preparation for a sports competition

Ex: Yoga is a good training for flexibility and balance .
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the act of showing respect, fairness, and kindness to others while participating in sports or games, regardless of the outcome

Ex: The coach emphasized sportsmanship during the match , reminding everyone to respect the referee 's decisions .
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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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foul
[noun]

an act in a sport that is against the rules and is not allowed

Ex: The athlete 's foul led to a disqualification in the race .
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head fake
[noun]

a deceptive move made by a player to mislead opponents about their intended action or direction

Ex: With a quick head fake, he evaded the oncoming tackler .
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a league of the highest-ranking in a particular sport, especially baseball

Ex: Many young players aspire to join a major league team , but it takes a lot of practice and perseverance .
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a level of professional sports competition below the highest level, typically where younger or less experienced players develop their skills

Ex: She hoped to make a name for herself in the minor leagues before advancing to the majors .
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a designated area where a sport or game is played

Ex: The playing field was muddy after the rain .
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series
[noun]

(sports) a sequence of games or matches played between the same teams or individuals

Ex: Spanning continents , the golf series featured prestigious international tournaments .
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preseason
[noun]

the period before the start of the official sports season when teams practice and play exhibition games

Ex: The coach implemented new strategies during the preseason.
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the selection of a player by a team during a draft process

Ex: The draft pick turned out to be a star player .
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the additional minutes added to the end of a match to compensate for time lost due to injuries or stoppages

Ex: A player went down with a cramp , leading to more injury time.
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field
[noun]

a piece of land used for playing a game or sport on

Ex: The soccer team practices on the field behind the school .
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to bench
[Verb]

to remove a player from active play, typically having them sit on the sidelines

Ex: She benched herself voluntarily to give her teammates a chance to play .
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to attack or advance forcefully towards the opponent

Ex: To win , we must continuously aggress their defensive line .
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to do physical activities or sports to stay healthy and become stronger

Ex: We usually exercise in the morning to start our day energetically .
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to field
[Verb]

to put a player in a specific position or role during a game

Ex: The coach fielded a surprise substitution in the final minutes .
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understrength
[Adjective]

(of a team sport) being short of the usual number of players

Ex: With several key players injured, they went into the match understrength.
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post-game
[Adjective]

related to activities or discussions that occur after a sporting event has concluded

Ex: Coaches often use the post-game period to review performance and plan for the next match .
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away from the roads and tracks and across the countryside

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DNF
[noun]

the act of withdrawing oneself from an event or activity before finishing it

Ex: His unexpected DNF disappointed his fans who had gathered to cheer him on .
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footwork
[noun]

the skillful movement and positioning of the feet to enhance performance and maintain balance in dancing or in sports, especially in boxing and soccer

Ex: Proper footwork and stance are important in golf to ensure a balanced and powerful swing .
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tuck
[noun]

a position where a player brings their limbs close to their body, often used in gymnastics or diving to execute specific maneuvers

Ex: The coach praised her for improving her tuck technique .
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baseline
[noun]

the back boundary line of a playing area, especially in sports like tennis, volleyball, or badminton

Ex: The soccer goalie stayed near the baseline to defend against long shots .
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sideline
[noun]

the boundary line that marks the edges of the playing field or court in sports

Ex: The basketball player made an incredible save to keep the ball in play near the sideline.
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to prevent someone from participating in an activity, especially a sport, usually due to injury or other reasons

Ex: His recurring hamstring problem sidelined him for most of the year .
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to whiff
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(in sports) to swing and miss while attempting to hit a ball

Ex: The golfer whiffed at the tee shot , causing the ball to roll off course .
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service
[noun]

the act of initially delivering the ball to start play, such as in tennis, volleyball, or table tennis

Ex: The volleyball team focused on improving their service accuracy .
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a dynamic athletic maneuver where the legs cross over each other alternately, commonly used in sports such as soccer, swimming, karate, and gymnastics

Ex: The acrobat 's scissor kick added a breathtaking element to his aerial routine .
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turn
[noun]

the opportunity in which player or a team gets to play offense

Ex: The rugby team 's turn to advance with possession led to a try .
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shot
[noun]

(sports) an attempt to score or achieve a goal by kicking, throwing, hitting, or shooting a ball or object toward a target

Ex: The hockey player 's slap shot hit the top corner of the net for a goal .
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the immediate playback of an important moment in a sports competition on television, usually shown in slow motion

Ex: The football team ’s coach asked for an instant replay to review the touchdown .
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a system used in sports like football to determine if the ball has crossed the goal line, ensuring accurate goal decisions

Ex: Spectators appreciate the clarity brought by goal-line technology.
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to serve
[Verb]

to initiate play in a sport by hitting a ball or object from a designated location using a specific technique, as dictated by the rules of the game

Ex: She served the tennis ball with a powerful spin to start the match .
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quarter
[noun]

a division of time in a game or sport, usually consisting of four equal parts

Ex: The fourth quarter was intense , with both teams fighting for the lead .
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