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When the score is LOVE, each player has this many points.
What is zero
This classic lawn game involves tossing bean bags at a raised platform with a hole.
What is cornhole
Kids play this baseball-type game but they use their feet instead of a bat.
What is kickball
Cyclists often check these before spring rides to avoid a flat surprise.
What are tires or tire pressure
This is where baseball players get prepared for the season.
Training camp/spring training
This is made up of sets: Usually best of 3 or best of 5 sets.
What is a match
Players hit a shuttlecock over a net with rackets in this backyard favorite.
What is badminton
This game starts with a sidewalk and some chalk. You have to be able to jump, hop and skip to be successful.
What is hopscotch
These prevent your chain from flinging grease onto your clothes during spring rides.
What are chain guards
In spring baseball, these games don’t count toward the regular season standings.
What are preseason or exhibition games
A serve that the opponent cannot touch is called this.
What is an ace
Players use mallets to hit balls into a series of wickets in this outdoor game.
What is croquet
In this game, kids call, “Come over!” and try to break through the opposing team’s linked arms.
What is Red Rover
Bicyclists love spring for these paths free of snow.
What are bike trails
A batter hits the ball and reaches second base safely in one swing—this is known as this.
What is a double
The major tournaments including Wimbledon, the US Open, the French Open, and the Australian Open are collectively called this.
What are the Grand Slam Tournaments
This lawn game originated in Italy, where folks roll a 4 or 5 inch ball on the grass or a long, narrow court.
What is bocce
Based on a traffic light, this children's game has kids running when it's time to "go"
What is Red Light, Green Light
This type of bike is rugged and ready for dirt, rocks, and steep trails.
What is a mountain bike
The distance between bases is typically this many feet in professional baseball.
What is 90 feet
This is awarded when a player wins the point after deuce.
What is the advantage
If you enjoy frisbee, you might like this game with flying discs and cans. If you don't play this game, I bet your kids do!
What is KanJam
In this game, players must stop moving and hold still like a work of art when the caller turns around.
What is statue or freeze
This three-wheeled ride keeps grown-ups steady, perfect for cruising the park without worrying about balance. Maybe you have one!
What is an adult tricycle
Slang term for a hard, line-drive hit that travels very fast and almost straight, like it’s shot out along an invisible tightrope.
What is frozen rope