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a small, often brightly colored cone used to mark boundaries or specific areas on a field in sports like soccer and rugby

Ex: The rugby training session included passing drills around cone markers.
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tee
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a small stand used to hold the ball in place for the starting kick in American football

Ex: The football flew off the tee as he delivered a powerful kick .
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tee
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a small pin used to hold a golf ball off the ground for the first stroke of each hole

Ex: After the shot , he picked up the tee and placed it back in his pocket .
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a sports equipment used in baseball or softball to hold a ball stationary for a player to hit

Ex: After each hit , he placed another ball on the batting tee.
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a small, rectangular slab in baseball and softball from which the pitcher throws the ball

Ex: Rain made the pitching rubber slippery , affecting his performance .
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wicket
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(cricket) the set of three sticks with two small sticks on top that the bowler tries to hit and the batsman tries to protect

Ex: The umpire checked the wicket to make sure it was set up right before the game .
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a large, usually white, screen used in sports such as cricket to provide a clear background against which the ball can be seen by the batsman

Ex: The sight screen was brought closer to the pitch as the light faded .
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a container used for collecting and carrying sports balls

Ex: The team 's equipment manager ordered a new ball hopper to replace the old , worn-out one .
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a specialized equipment used in powerlifting and Olympic weightlifting for stable weightlifting

Ex: The dimensions of a standard weightlifting platform ensure enough space for lifting barbells safely .
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a hanging stuffed bag that is often used for practicing punching and striking techniques in boxing and martial arts

Ex: The heavy punching bag swayed back and forth with each powerful punch from the athlete .
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a padded target used in combat sports training, held by a trainer or partner for striking practice

Ex: In Muay Thai , focus mitts are essential for practicing knee and elbow strikes .
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speed bag
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a small, inflated punching bag used primarily in boxing and martial arts training to improve hand-eye coordination and punching technique

Ex: Learning to time punches with the speed bag is crucial for boxing technique .
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kick pad
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a sports equipment used primarily in martial arts to absorb impact from kicks and strikes

Ex: Fighters use kick pads during sparring sessions to simulate real combat scenarios .
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a sports equipment used primarily in wrestling training to simulate an opponent's body

Ex: Wrestlers often warm up by practicing moves on the wrestling dummy.
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a gear used in climbing to secure climbers to the rock

Ex: Building a climbing anchor needs rock knowledge .
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a flexible, springy platform often made of fiberglass or wood, used in swimming pools for diving into the water

Ex: The diving board's non-slip surface prevented accidents during dives .
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a platform with footholds used by sprinters and swimmers at the beginning of a race to push off with maximum force and speed

Ex: He practiced his starts repeatedly , refining his technique on the starting block.
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a sports equipment used primarily in swimming to display elapsed time for training or competition purposes

Ex: Pace clocks are essential equipment in competitive swimming .
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target
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a marked surface or object that shooters aim at to score points or achieve accuracy in shooting competitions

Ex: He aimed carefully and squeezed the trigger to hit the target accurately .
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kickboard
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a buoyant rectangular float used in swimming, primarily for support or as a training aid

Ex: The swimmer left his kickboard by the edge of the pool after finishing his workout .
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a piece of sports equipment used in swimming to increase resistance, strength, and endurance

Ex: Adjusting to the resistance of the swim parachute, he focused on maintaining form .
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pull buoy
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a flotation device used in swimming to increase buoyancy and isolate the upper body

Ex: When swimming long distances , many athletes find a pull buoy reduces fatigue in their legs .
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DragSox
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the specialized resistance socks used in swimming to enhance strength and technique

Ex: Training with DragSox can lead to faster times in races .
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a gymnastics equipment consisting of two horizontal bars set parallel to each other, used for performing various acrobatic and strength exercises

Ex: At the gymnastics meet , spectators cheered as the gymnasts performed on the parallel bars.
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beam
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a narrow, elevated equipment typically covered in padded material, used by gymnasts for performing balance routines and acrobatic skills

Ex: The beam's height and width are standardized for competitive gymnastics events .
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a gymnastics apparatus consisting of two horizontal bars set at different heights, used primarily by female gymnasts for performing acrobatic routines involving swings, releases, and transitions

Ex: The coach provided feedback on the gymnast 's form and technique on the uneven bars.
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rig
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a gymnastics apparatus consisting of bars, beams, and other equipment used for training and performing routines

Ex: He struggled with the rings on the rig but eventually mastered the routine .
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a piece of gymnastics equipment with two handles on its surface by which gymnasts can perform particular moves on

Ex: Mastering the pommel horse is considered one of the most challenging aspects of men 's gymnastics .
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a padded platform used in gymnastics for athletes to jump off and perform acrobatic moves during the vault event

Ex: The gymnasts lined up to take turns jumping off the vaulting horse during their training session .
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a bar fixed horizontally above the ground for used for various exercises requiring gripping and pulling motions

Ex: The athlete performed a flawless routine on the horizontal bar, impressing the judges with his skill .
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a surface with built-in springs to enhance rebound and cushioning in gymnastics

Ex: His favorite part of gymnastics class was using the spring floor for flips and jumps .
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stump
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one of the three vertical wooden posts that are hammered into the ground at each end of the pitch, with two small horizontal bails resting on top

Ex: He celebrated with teammates after hitting the stumps with a direct throw .
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leg stump
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one of the three stumps or the vertical wooden posts that form part of the wicket in cricket, used to determine if a batsman is out

Ex: The fielding team celebrated as the ball deflected off the leg stump onto the stumps .
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trapeze
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a horizontal bar suspended by ropes or cables, used by acrobats for performing aerial maneuvers and swings

Ex: With each swing on the trapeze, the acrobat displayed remarkable precision and control , captivating the audience with their daring aerial displays .
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the circular ring with a net attached, mounted on a backboard, through which players aim to score points by shooting a basketball

Ex: They cheered when the ball soared through the basketball hoop for a three-pointer .
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an obstacle in steeplechase races in athletics, consisting of a water pit that athletes must jump over after hurdling barriers

Ex: He stumbled slightly after landing in the water jump but quickly recovered .
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a mechanical device used at the beginning of horse races to ensure a fair start

Ex: The starting gate opened , and the race began with a thunderous roar .
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a bouncy platform that helps people jump higher, often seen in pools and gymnastics arenas

Ex: She used the springboard to gain extra height for her dive .
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