Sports Around the World
This sport is known as “football” in most countries but called something different in the U.S.
What is soccer?
You shoot the ball into a hoop and dribble down the court.
What is basketball?
He’s won multiple NBA titles and wears #23 for the Lakers.
Who is Lebron James?
You wear these on your feet to run in track.
What are running shoes?
This Olympic sport involves sliding a stone on ice and sweeping the path.
What is curling?
This icy sport uses skates and a puck. It’s super popular in Canada.
What is ice Hockey?
You swing a club and try to get the ball into a hole in as few hits as possible.
What is golf?
This tennis star has won 23 Grand Slam titles and is known for her powerful serve.
Who is Serena Williams?
This is used to hit a tennis ball.
What is a racket?
In this team sport, the players ride horses and try to score with a mallet.
What is polo?
In Japan, this traditional wrestling sport features very big athletes.
What is Sumo Wrestling?
You wear a helmet and try to hit a home run.
What is baseball?
He’s the fastest man in the world and holds the 100m sprint record.
Who is Usain Bolt?
You wear this to protect your head when biking or playing football.
What is a helmet?
This invented sport combines soccer and chess — it’s called this.
What is chessboxing?
Cricket is a popular sport in India and England. Instead of a pitcher, they use this.
What is a bowler?
You use a racket and a shuttle in this fast-paced court game.
What is badminton?
She won Olympic gold medals in gymnastics and is known for her amazing flips.
Who is Simone Biles?
A baseball player wears this big leather item to catch the ball.
What is a glove (or mitt)?
What is underwater hockey?
This French bike race lasts about three weeks and covers hundreds of miles.
What is the Tour de France?
You climb artificial walls using ropes and harnesses.
What is rock climbing (or sport climbing)?
This soccer player is famous worldwide, played for Argentina, and won the 2022 World Cup.
Who is Lionel Messi?
In fencing, this piece of gear covers your face.
What is a mask?
This "race" involves flipping breakfast food in a frying pan while running
What is a pancake race?