Sportsmanship Jeopardy

Talk

100

Is it ok to 'trash talk' (say mean things) to another player in a baseball game, if they're not on your team?

No, it's important to be polite to everyone you're playing with and against.

200

If your team lost the game, is it ok to walk away without saying anything to your opponents?

It's always nice to say something to your opponents, whether you've won or lost.

300

You are playing in a game of soccer and the referee blows his whistle and says you stepped out of bounds. You don't think you did step out of bounds. Should you tell the referee, or just forget about it and keep playing?

Even though it can be upsetting, it's best to just move on and keep playing. If you argue with the referee, it could make things worse.

400

You are playing a game of 'Monopoly' with your cousin and you notice that your cousin has more money than you think they should. You wonder if they cheated and took some money out of the 'Monopoly Bank'. What should you do?

 Answers may vary: ask your cousin if they are playing fair. 

500

You just lost a basketball game and are so angry that you throw a basketball at the ground and say about the other team, 'They only won because they cheated'. Is this ok? If not, what else could you do if you're feeling upset after a game?

This is not okay. You can take deep breaths or talk to someone about how you are feeling. 

Actions

100

Sarah is the best player on her hockey team and usually scores at least 2 goals per game. Emma just started playing hockey and hasn't scored any goals so far this season. Do you think their coach should: a)Only play Sarah, so that Emma can watch and learn. b)Only play Emma, so that she can gain some experience and possibly get better. c) Play both Sarah and Emma, so that both have a chance to play and improve.

c)Play both Sarah and Emma, so that both have a chance to play and improve.

200

It's not whether you win or lose it's how you ____ the ________. 

Play - Game 

300

You just won a game of 'UNO' against your best friend. What could you say or do?

Say 'good game' Ask your friend if they want to play again Say, 'That was a fun game' Say 'good job, you're really good at this game'

400

You just lost at a game of 'tic tac toe' with a classmate. What do you say or do?

Shake hands, give a high five, say "good game"

500

You just lost a championship football game and are feeling so sad. Is it ok to be upset?

Yes, its okay to be upset as long as we are still being respectful to others. 

Definitions

100

What is 'good sportsmanship?

Answer may vary: playing fair, teamwork, being respectful, following the rules. 

200

What does it mean to be a 'team player'?

Answers may vary 

300

What does it mean to be a 'sore loser'?

Answers may vary

400

What are some examples of being a 'good sport'?

Playing by the rules, following directions, working together, encouraging others, etc. 

500

What are some examples of 'teamwork'?

Taking turns, working together, listening to others opinions, etc. 

Teamwork

100

What does it mean to be a 'team player'?

Working together with other players for the good of your team, rather than trying to do everything on your own.

200

You are playing in a championship basketball game and your teammate, Andy, misses his foul shots at the end of the game. As a result, your team loses the game. Andy appears sad and upset. What could you say to Andy?

Some possibilities: Say, 'it's ok Andy, we all miss shots once in awhile' Say, 'good game Andy, you really tried' Say, 'It's not your fault Andy, we're all responsible for how we did' Say, 'Don't worry Andy, you'll get it next time'

300

You are running in a race and you see that one of your friends has dropped their glasses and can't find them. What could you do?

Stop to help them look for the glasses

400

Sam is really great at playing baseball. He rarely misses a ball when up to bat and always catches any ball that come near him in the field. Sam often says that he is the best player on the team. Tim says this isn't being a good teamate, but Sam says he's not being mean, it's just the truth. Who do you think is right?

Answers may vary

500

What are some ways that you show 'teamwork' and act as a 'team player' in your classroom?

Help others, be a leader, respectful, wait your turn, work together, etc.