American or Not?
Basketball
American
Slam Dunk
Something that is assured or will be easy; comes from basketball
Has a sibling who is also a huge star in their sport
Serena Williams
If a player tries to catch a ball in their hat, the hitter advances to third base
Baseball
American Football
Not American! Evolved out of British rugby football
Home Run
Retired from their sport at 45
Tom Brady
If the backboard of the goal-scoring area is shattered, the team is given a technical foul
Basketball
Baseball
Not American! Evolved out of older British bat-and-ball games
Down for the count
Someone/thing who is temporarily disabled somehow; comes from boxing
Sanctioned by their sport for performing a risky move
Simone Biles
If a player unintentionally distracts their opponent, the opponent can request a replay of the point
Tennis
Lacrosse
Indigenous American
Par for the course
Normal, typical; comes from golf
Worth about $3 billion
Michael Jordan
Holding an important piece of equipment in the left hand is not allowed
Polo