Sports Terminology

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A discussion where people express different opinions.

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Debate

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A hockey player whose main job is to protect the goal area.

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Defenseman

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A player who mainly attacks and tries to score goals.

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Forward

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The point scored when the puck enters the net.

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Goal

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A person who looks for talented players.

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Scout

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A group of sports teams that compete against each other.

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League

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A prize or cup awarded for winning a competition.

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Trophy

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The period of the year when official games are played.

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Season

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A series of games to decide an overall winner.

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Tournament

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The best performance ever achieved in a sport or activity.

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Record