Baseball
What is the square infield area of a baseball field that is defined by four bases (home plate, first, second, and third base) called?
The Diamond
What does the idiom 'out of my/her league' mean?
Someone is too good for you
What is the name of the field where basketball is played?
Court
This game, consisting of 2 boards and a set of beanbags, is played throughout the Midwest and South of the US at tailgates, barbecues, and other outdoor events.
Cornhole
How many points do teams receive for a touchdown in American football?
6
What is the name of the baseball position that stands on the mound and throws the ball?
the pitcher
What does the idiom 'on thin ice' mean?
to be at risk of something, or about to be in trouble
How many points are awarded to a team that scores outside the ring around the basket?
3 points
This game, originally called indoor baseball, is played on a diamond with a yellow ball.
Softball
What is the big American football championship called?
the Superbowl
Name one American baseball team
Seattle Mariners
What does the idiom 'out of left field' mean?
something totally unexpected
What is the annual, single-elimination NCAA Division I Men's and Women's Basketball Tournament held during March and April called?
March Madness
This game, known as the oldest American sport, was invented by the Iroquois Native Americans.
Lacrosse
Name one American football team
Kansas City Chiefs, etc
What is the name of a pitch where the umpire judges the pitch to be good or a swing is unsuccessful?
Strike
What does the idiom 'get into the swing of' something mean?
be comfortable doing something after some time
What is the word for the act of continuously bouncing the ball with one hand at a time while standing or moving?
Dribbling
This sport mainly consists of players throwing discs.
What are the two names used for the two roles each team can play when trying to score a point and trying to prevent the other team from scoring?
Offense and defense
What is it called when a base runner runs to the next base while the pitcher is pitching?
stealing a base
What does the idiom 'rain check' mean?
accept at a later time
What team just won the basketball tournament in the US in 2026 (men's and women's)?
Men - Michigan Wolverines
Women - UCLA Bruins
This game, consisting of a small inflatable ball and a circular net, was invented in 1989 by an American cartoonist.
Roundnet or Spikeball
What is the word that refers to one of four attempts (chances) the offensive team has to advance the ball at least 10 yards towards the opponent’s end zone?
Down