Sports - Staff and Personnel

review

flashcard

spelling

quiz

start-learning

assistant referee [noun]

an official who assists the main referee in officiating a sports match, typically in soccer or rugby

Ex: During the match , the assistant referee monitors the sidelines for any infractions .

field manager [noun]

a person who oversees and directs staff and personnel in sports contexts, such as a coach or team leader

Ex: As the field manager , her job is to motivate the team before every game .

bat boy [noun]

a young person who helps a baseball team by carrying and taking care of the bats and other equipment

Ex: The bat boy felt excited to be so close to his baseball heroes .

ball boy [noun]

a young person who helps in sports like tennis or soccer by retrieving and providing balls during the game

Ex: Every soccer game had a ball boy ready on the sidelines .

official scorer [noun]

a person who is responsible for recording and maintaining the official statistics of a game or event

Ex: As the official scorer for the basketball tournament , she diligently recorded points and fouls .

coach [noun]

someone who trains a person or team in sport

Ex: The chess coach taught strategies that helped in winning several tournaments .

bullpen catcher [noun]

a person who catches pitches during warm-ups and practices with relief pitchers in baseball

Ex: During practice , the bullpen catcher worked closely with the pitching coach .

head coach [noun]

a coach who leads and directs a sports team, overseeing strategy, coaching staff, and player development

Ex: Our head coach inspires team unity .

team manager [noun]

a person responsible for overseeing and coordinating the activities of a team, typically in sports

Ex: The team manager communicates with the league officials on behalf of the team .

third umpire [noun]

an official in cricket who reviews decisions made by on-field umpires using video technology

Ex: Players can request the intervention of the third umpire for contentious decisions .

fourth umpire [noun]

an extra official who assists with administrative duties during cricket matches

Ex: Players can approach the fourth umpire to request changes to equipment or attire .

referee [noun]

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

Ex: As a former player , she decided to become a referee to stay involved in the sport she loved .

caddie [noun]

a person who carries a golfer's clubs and provides assistance and advice during a round of golf

Ex: Every professional golfer relies on a skilled caddie .

trainer [noun]

someone who teaches people or animals to perform better at a particular job or skill

commentator [noun]

a person who observes, analyzes, and provides informed opinions on events, issues, or works

Ex: She became a respected commentator on economic trends .

spectator [noun]

a person who watches sport competitions closely

Ex: The stadium was filled with spectators , all eagerly awaiting the start of the championship game .

lifeguard [noun]

someone who is employed at a beach or swimming pool to keep watch and save swimmers from drowning

Ex: As a trained lifeguard , he is responsible for monitoring the beach and ensuring the safety of all visitors .

spotter [noun]

someone who helps prevent accidents during exercises by offering immediate assistance if needed in gymnastics, weight training, etc.

Ex: During practice , the spotter stayed close to offer support .

spotter [noun]

(motor racing) a team member who sits above the track and communicates with the driver via radio, providing updates on track conditions and guiding them around competitors

Ex: The spotter provided real-time updates on changing weather conditions .

umpire [noun]

an official who is in charge of a game and makes sure players obey the rules in sports such as tennis, baseball, and cricket

Ex: Players appealed to the umpire for clarification after the disputed catch .

tournament organizer [noun]

a person or entity responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing sports events or competitions

Ex: The tournament organizer coordinated with sponsors to secure funding for the event .

linesman [noun]

an official who assists the referee by monitoring specific areas of the field or court in sports

Ex: During the game , the linesman closely watched the boundary lines .

video assistant referee [noun]

an official who reviews video footage to assist in making decisions during sports matches, such as soccer or rugby

Ex:

Sports
General Terms in Sports	Sports Fields and Areas	Sports Establishments	Professional Athletes
Staff and Personnel	Sports Competitions	Sports Events	Sport Achievements and Outcomes
Titles in Sports	Types of Sports	Team Sports	Terms in Team Sports
Positions in Team Sports	Player Roles in Team Sports	Offense Players in Team Sports	Defense Players in Team Sports
Soccer	American Football	Rugby	Basketball
Volleyball	Baseball	Cricket	Lacrosse
Golf	Bowling	Racket Sports	Tennis
Athletics	Running	Combat Sports	Combat Athletes
Boxing	Archery and Shooting	Winter Sports	Skiing
Hockey	Water Sports	Surfing	Scuba Diving
Swimming	Skating Sports	Figure Skating	Climbing
Weightlifting	Motorsports	Cycling	Air Sports
Equine Sports	Gymnastics	Cue Sports	Flying Disc Sports
Sport Fishing	Athletic Outfit	Balls and Discs	Sticks, Rackets, and Weapons
Protective Equipment	Court and Training Equipment	Boards and Skis	Special Equipment
Vehicles	Tools and Machines	Devices