Description: Soccer, also known as football in many parts of the world, is a team sport played between two teams of eleven players. The objective is to score goals by getting a ball into the opposing team's net using any part of the body except the hands and arms. The game is played on a rectangular field with a goal at each end.
Basic Rules:
The game starts with a kickoff from the center of the field.
Players cannot use their hands or arms to touch the ball (except the goalkeeper within the penalty area).
A goal is scored when the entire ball crosses the goal line between the goalposts.
The team with the most goals at the end of the game wins.
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Flag Rugby:
Description: Flag rugby is a non-contact variation of rugby where players wear flags attached to their waists. The objective is to score points by touching the ball down in the opposing team's end zone. Instead of tackling, players must remove a flag from the ball carrier to stop play.
Basic Rules:
The game begins with a kickoff.
Players pass the ball backward or laterally; forward passes are not allowed.
The ball carrier is "tackled" by having a flag pulled off their belt.
The game is usually played in two halves, and the team with the most points wins.
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Dance:
Description: Dance is a form of expression using rhythmic movement, typically set to music. It can be an individual or group activity and can take many forms, from ballet and hip-hop to folk and ballroom dance.
Basic Elements:
Rhythm: Moving in time with the beat of the music.
Expression: Using movements to convey emotions or tell a story.
Technique: Learning specific steps or styles, depending on the type of dance.
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Description: Basketball is a team sport in which two teams of five players aim to score points by shooting a ball through the opponent's hoop, elevated ten feet above the ground. The game is played on a rectangular court, and the team with the most points at the end of the game wins.
Basic Rules:
The game starts with a jump ball at the center court.
Players move the ball by dribbling or passing.
Points are scored by making baskets; two points for field goals, three points for long-range shots, and one point for free throws.
Fouls are penalized, and the opposing team may get free throws or possession of the ball.
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Description: Dodgeball is a team sport where players try to eliminate opponents by hitting them with a ball. The game is played with multiple balls, and players must avoid being hit while trying to hit their opponents.
Basic Rules:
The game begins with balls placed on the center line, and players rush to grab them.
Players are eliminated if hit by a ball or if an opponent catches their thrown ball.
Players can return to the game if a teammate catches a ball.
The game ends when all players on one team are eliminated.
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Description: Volleyball is a team sport where two teams of six players are separated by a net. The objective is to send the ball over the net and ground it on the opponent's side or make the opponent commit an error.
Basic Rules:
The game starts with a serve from behind the end line.
Teams are allowed three touches to return the ball over the net.
A point is scored when the ball touches the ground on the opponent's side, or they fail to return it properly.
The game is played to 25 points, and a team must win by two points.
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Description: Handball is a fast-paced team sport where players pass and dribble a ball with their hands to score goals in the opponent's net. Each team has seven players, including a goalkeeper.
Basic Rules:
The game begins with a throw-off from the center of the court.
Players can pass, dribble, or shoot the ball, but cannot take more than three steps without dribbling.
A goal is scored when the ball is thrown into the opponent's net.
The team with the most goals at the end of the game wins.
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Description: Floor hockey is a variant of ice hockey played indoors on a flat surface. Players use sticks to hit a puck or ball into the opponent's goal. It is often played in gymnasiums with soft pucks and sticks.
Basic Rules:
The game starts with a face-off.
Players can pass, shoot, and dribble the puck or ball.
Checking (body contact) is usually not allowed.
A goal is scored when the puck crosses the opponent's goal line.
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Description: Track and field is a collection of athletic events that include running, jumping, and throwing. Events are divided into track events (running) and field events (jumping and throwing).
Basic Events:
Track: Sprints, middle-distance, long-distance, hurdles, and relays.
Field: Long jump, high jump, shot put, discus throw, and javelin throw.
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Description: Baseball is a bat-and-ball sport played between two teams of nine players each. The objective is to score runs by hitting a ball and running around a series of bases to reach home plate.
Basic Rules:
The game is played over nine innings, with each team batting and fielding in each inning.
A run is scored when a player successfully rounds all four bases.
The game includes positions such as pitcher, catcher, infielders, and outfielders.
The team with the most runs at the end of the game wins.
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Description: Ultimate Frisbee, often referred to as Ultimate, is a non-contact team sport played with a flying disc (Frisbee). The objective is to score points by catching the disc in the opposing team's end zone.
Basic Rules:
The game starts with a throw-off.
Players cannot run while holding the disc and must pass it to teammates to advance.
A point is scored when a player catches the disc in the opponent's end zone.
The game promotes the "Spirit of the Game," emphasizing sportsmanship and fair play.
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