Athletes in the USA
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Athletes around the World
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This Mexican-American is famous for his fast pitches and once broke a window practicing.

Joe Kelly

100

In soccer, this is when a player prevents the other team from scoring.

To defend

100

female soccer player won the 2023 Ballon d’Or and helped her country win the 2023 Women’s World Cup

Aitana Bonmatí


200

known for her flips, balance, and vault moves.

Simone Biles

200

In basketball, you do this to move the ball while running.

Dribble

200

He won the 2022 FIFA World Cup

Messi

300

won five NBA championships with the Lakers and was famous for his scoring and dunks

Kobe Bryant 

300

In swimming, this word describes jumping into the water headfirst.

Dive

300

tennis player won Wimbledon in 2023 and is considered one of the future stars of the sport.

Carlos Alcaraz

400

known for her powerful serve and winning 23 Grand Slam titles.

Serena Williams

400

In volleyball, this is when you jump and hit the ball hard over the net.

Spike

400

He has won five Ballon d'Or awards.

Cristiano Ronaldo

500

He eats avocado ice cream as part of his strict diet!

Tom Brady

500

In skateboarding, this trick makes the board jump into the air without using your hands.

Ollie

500

This Jamaican sprinter is known for running faster than anyone else

Usian Bolt

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