Sports Terms — Set 8

Correct Answer: A. Two strokes under par

An Eagle is a score of two strokes under par on a single hole. It is less common than a Birdie and indicates an exceptional performance. For example, completing a par-5 hole in three strokes is called an Eagle.

Correct Answer: C. Second Base

A double is a base hit where the batter safely reaches second base without an error by the defense. It is a powerful offensive play that often scores runners from other bases. It is sometimes called a 'two-bagger' in casual baseball talk.

Correct Answer: B. Golf

A caddy is a person who carries a golfer's bag and clubs, and also gives insightful advice during the game. A good caddy knows the course well and helps the player with club selection and reading the greens. Top professional golfers often have long-term partnerships with their caddies.

Correct Answer: A. Own Goal

An 'Own Goal' occurs when a player accidentally kicks or heads the ball into their own team's net. This results in a point being awarded to the opposing team. It is often one of the most embarrassing moments for a professional footballer.

Correct Answer: C. The three vertical posts at each end of the pitch

Stumps are the three wooden poles that make up the wicket, along with the bails on top. The bowler's goal is to hit the stumps to dismiss the batsman. 'Stumps' is also used to signal the end of a day's play in a Test match.

Correct Answer: A. Bridge (Card Game)

In the game of Bridge, a 'Trump' is a suit that ranks above all others, and a 'Rubber' is a best-of-three-games series. These terms are fundamental to the scoring and strategy of the game. Bridge is a widely recognized competitive mind sport globally.

Correct Answer: D. Test Cricket

In Test Cricket, a follow-on can be enforced if the team batting second scores significantly fewer runs than the first team. The second team is then forced to bat again immediately. It is a strategic move to win a match without having to bat a second time.

Correct Answer: C. Billiards

A 'Cannon' in Billiards occurs when the cue ball strikes two object balls in the same shot. It is a fundamental way to score points in the English Billiards version of the game. In other regions, similar shots are known as caroms.

Correct Answer: D. The hollow tube passed between runners in a relay

A baton is the object that must be carried and passed from one runner to the next during a relay race. If the baton is dropped or passed outside the designated zone, the team is disqualified. The 'baton exchange' is the most critical and practiced part of a relay.

Correct Answer: C. The first point is won after a Deuce

After a score reaches Deuce (40-40), the next point won is called 'Advantage' for that player. If that player wins the following point, they win the game; if they lose it, the score returns to Deuce. It represents being one point away from securing the game.