Sports - Sports Fields and Areas

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gridiron [noun]

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

Ex: He surveyed the gridiron from the sidelines , strategizing with his coaching staff on the best plays to outmaneuver the opposing team .
ring [noun]

a platform surrounded with ropes on which boxing and wrestling competitions take place

range [noun]

a designated area or facility where shooting sports such as archery, shooting, or hunting are practiced

Ex: The military conducts training and shooting exercises at the outdoor range .
court [noun]

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

Ex: They spent the afternoon playing volleyball on the sandy court .
diamond [noun]

the entire playing field used in baseball

Ex: He hit a home run that sailed over the outfield fence and landed outside the diamond .

a gentle and easy ski slope, typically used by beginners

Ex: She took a few spills but eventually mastered skiing on the bunny slope .

the area on a mountain or hill where people are allowed to ski

Ex: The ski slope offered breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains , making it a favorite spot for both skiers and photographers .
dugout [noun]

a designated bench or area where baseball players and coaches sit during a game when they are not actively playing, typically located near the diamond

Ex: The coach gathered the team in the dugout during a timeout .
bullpen [noun]

a designated area beyond the outfield where relief pitchers warm up before entering a game

Ex: The closer in the bullpen prepared to enter the game in the ninth inning .
course [noun]

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

Ex: The equestrian course featured a series of jumps and obstacles , testing both horse and rider 's agility and precision .

an area located next to the playing area in sports like basketball or tennis, offering a close view of the game

Ex: The coach stood near the courtside , shouting instructions to the players .
piste [noun]

a marked and groomed trail or slope prepared for skiing and snowboarding

Ex: The beginners stayed on the gentle piste to practice their turns .
ski run [noun]

a marked trail or slope for skiing, ranging in difficulty from beginner to advanced

Ex: The bunny slope is the perfect ski run for kids .
fairway [noun]

the course between the tee and the green that is well-maintained for easier play

Ex: The fairway stretches for several hundred yards before reaching the green .
links [noun]

a type of golf course located near the sea

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a small area near the hole where golfers practice their short, precise shots

Ex: They redesigned the putting green for more challenging play .

a tennis court surfaced with crushed brick or clay

Ex: Clay courts require different playing strategies than hard courts .
ringside [noun]

the area directly next to the boxing or wrestling ring where spectators, officials, coaches, and support staff sit during the match

Ex: The celebrity was seen enjoying the fight from the ringside .

a seat close to the ring where spectators have a clear view of the wrestling or boxing match

Ex: She cheered loudly from her ringside seat as her favorite wrestler entered the ring .

a tennis court made of concrete or asphalt, offering a fast playing surface

Ex: His favorite tennis shoes provided excellent traction on the hard court .
paddock [noun]

small enclosed area or field where horses are kept, exercised, or prepared before a race

Ex: They fenced off the paddock to separate the horses during feeding time .

areas outside the playing boundaries where the game cannot be played

Ex: The tennis player 's serve was ruled out of bounds , costing her the point .

the part of the baseball outfield directly between left field and right field, where a center fielder plays

Ex: The baseball was hit deep into center field , nearly reaching the fence .

the area of the baseball outfield positioned to the right of the second baseman when facing the outfield from home plate

Ex: The sun can be challenging for outfielders in right field during late afternoon games .

the area of the baseball outfield positioned to the left of the second baseman when facing the outfield from home plate

Ex: A foul ball landed in the stands behind left field , narrowly missing a fan .
corner [noun]

one of the four designated areas in the ring where a fighter's team provides support and guidance between rounds

Ex: Between rounds , he sipped water in his corner .
outfield [noun]

the area where the outfielders play to catch fly balls and field hits

Ex: The sun set behind the outfield wall , casting long shadows on the field .
infield [noun]

the area within the diamond-shaped boundaries formed by the four bases, where the infielders play

Ex: He slid into second base , kicking up dirt on the infield .
crease [noun]

a marked area near the goal, especially in hockey or lacrosse

Ex: The crease was clearly marked on the ice .

the area of the court nearest to a team's own basket or goal, primarily used in basketball and tennis

Ex: She sprinted back to defend in the backcourt .

the area near the front of the court, typically used in tennis and badminton

Ex: He attacked his opponent 's weak return from the forecourt .

the specific area on the court from which a player must serve in sports like badminton and tennis

Ex: The player 's powerful serve reached the back of the service court .

an artificial surface designed to simulate the experience of skiing without the need for snow

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stand [noun]

an area where spectators sit or stand to watch the game

Ex: The stadium 's upper stands offered a great view of the entire field .
end zone [noun]

the area at each end of the field where players score touchdowns

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(ice hockey) the area between the two blue lines on the rink where neither team has possession advantage

Ex: They clogged up the neutral zone to disrupt the opponent 's offense .
red zone [noun]

(American football) the area between the opponent's 20-yard line and the goal line, where scoring becomes a priority

Ex: Their offense struggled to move the ball into the red zone .

the designated mark from which penalty kicks are taken

Ex: The penalty spot , marked clearly on the field , awaited the crucial kick .

an area shaped like a rectangle that is made for playing tennis

Ex: The tennis court was bustling with activity as players of all ages participated in lessons and friendly matches throughout the day .

a rectangular playing surface with baskets or hoops at each end, used for playing the sport of basketball

Ex: The coach emphasized teamwork and passing on the basketball court .

a designated rectangular area with specific markings where the game of badminton is played

Ex: The badminton court was newly painted with clear boundary lines .

the central area of an ice hockey rink, typically marked by a red line

Ex: The players lined up at center ice for the opening face-off .

the designated area on the ground where skydivers land after their parachute descent

Ex: He aimed for the center of the drop zone as he descended .
poolside [noun]

the area surrounding a swimming pool where spectators or swimmers relax or watch activities

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the rectangular area in front of the goal where goal kicks are taken and certain rules apply to player positioning during corner kicks

Ex: She directed her header toward the goal area , aiming for a teammate .

the center point of the American football field, marking the midway point between each team's end zone

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the area of the volleyball court where a team's setter is not positioned

Ex: If the ball goes to the weak side , the setter must quickly decide on the best play .
base [noun]

(baseball) any of the four stations that the runner must reach to score a run

one of the four bases on the diamond-shaped field that runners must touch in sequence to score a run

Ex: The batter hit a ground ball that deflected off the pitcher 's glove and rolled to second base .

the base that a baserunner must touch third in order to score a run

Ex: The coach signaled for the runner to hold up at third base .
raceway [noun]

a track or course specifically designed and used for racing events, such as automobile races or horse races

Ex: The raceway circuit included challenging elevation changes .
pit [noun]

the area along the track where teams quickly service cars with refueling, tire changes, and adjustments during a race

Ex: Safety gear was ready in the pit .
sideline [noun]

the area just outside the playing field where non-players, substitutes, and spectators stay during a sports game

Ex: Fans crowded the sideline , cheering loudly for their favorite team .
leg side [noun]

(cricket) the half of the field behind the batsman's legs, toward the left from the batsman's viewpoint for a right-handed batsman

Ex: The batsman flicked the ball effortlessly to the leg side for a boundary .
approach [noun]

the part of a bowling lane where a player walks before releasing the ball

Ex: She focused on her footwork on the approach .
dahyo [noun]

the ring or arena used in sumo wrestling matches

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green [noun]

(golf) the specially prepared and well-maintained area surrounding the hole

Ex: The golf ball rolled smoothly across the green and into the cup .
tee [noun]

the marked area where players start each hole, with different levels of difficulty

Ex: The tee area was surrounded by trees and bunkers .
circuit [noun]

a track designed for racing, featuring a series of turns and straight sections that drivers navigate in a loop

Ex: The circuit in Bahrain is known for its high-speed corners .
track [noun]

a course that is used for racing, usually round, and with multiple lanes

Ex: The track is made of synthetic material for better grip .

a special surface for athletes to run on, which is made of a rubbery material

Ex: She trains every morning on the running track to prepare for the upcoming competition .
piste [noun]

the area where the fencing bout takes place, marked with boundary lines for the competitors

Ex: The referee signaled the start of the bout by calling the fencers to the center of the piste .
speedway [noun]

a type of racing road designed for high-speed car, motorcycle, or even bicycle events, typically oval-shaped with banked turns

Ex: Speedways vary in length and banking angles , influencing racing strategy .