Court and Training Equipment

a small, often brightly colored cone used to mark boundaries or specific areas on a field in sports like soccer and rugby

The coach placed a cone marker at each corner of the field.

the marked area where players start each hole, with different levels of difficulty

Golfers must check in at the clubhouse before heading to the tee

a sports equipment used in baseball or softball to hold a ball stationary for a player to hit

The coach set up the batting tee for practice.

a small, rectangular slab in baseball and softball from which the pitcher throws the ball

The pitcher stepped onto the pitching rubber, ready to throw the first pitch.

(cricket) the set of three sticks with two small sticks on top that the bowler tries to hit and the batsman tries to protect

The batsman defended the wicket from the fast ball.

a large, usually white, screen used in sports such as cricket to provide a clear background against which the ball can be seen by the batsman

The cricket ground had a sight screen placed behind the bowler's arm.

a container used for collecting and carrying sports balls

The tennis coach used a ball hopper to collect the tennis balls after practice.

a specialized equipment used in powerlifting and Olympic weightlifting for stable weightlifting

The gym installed a new weightlifting platform for athletes.

a hanging stuffed bag that is often used for practicing punching and striking techniques in boxing and martial arts

The boxer spent hours training with the punching bag to perfect his jabs and hooks.

a padded target used in combat sports training, held by a trainer or partner for striking practice

The boxer practiced his combinations on the focus mitt with his coach.

a small, inflated punching bag used primarily in boxing and martial arts training to improve hand-eye coordination and punching technique

The boxer practiced his jabs and hooks on the speed bag.

a sports equipment used primarily in martial arts to absorb impact from kicks and strikes

The coach held the kick pad steady while the student practiced front kicks.

a sports equipment used primarily in wrestling training to simulate an opponent's body

The wrestling team practiced takedowns on the wrestling dummy.

a gear used in climbing to secure climbers to the rock

John placed a climbing anchor before starting the climb.

a flexible, springy platform often made of fiberglass or wood, used in swimming pools for diving into the water

The diver bounced on the diving board before executing a perfect dive.

a platform with footholds used by sprinters and swimmers at the beginning of a race to push off with maximum force and speed

The sprinter crouched on the starting block, ready for the race to begin.

a sports equipment used primarily in swimming to display elapsed time for training or competition purposes

The pace clock guided swimmers in their interval training.

a goal that someone tries to achieve

She set a target to save a certain amount of money by the end of the year.

a buoyant rectangular float used in swimming, primarily for support or as a training aid

He held onto the kickboard while floating on his back in the pool.

a piece of sports equipment used in swimming to increase resistance, strength, and endurance

The swim parachute slowed down his laps, making each stroke more challenging.

a flotation device used in swimming to increase buoyancy and isolate the upper body

Using a pull buoy can help swimmers develop a more efficient stroke.

the specialized resistance socks used in swimming to enhance strength and technique

Swimmers wear DragSox to increase resistance during training sessions.

a gymnastics equipment consisting of two horizontal bars set parallel to each other, used for performing various acrobatic and strength exercises

Every gymnastics gym is equipped with parallel bars for athletes to train on.

a long bar of iron or metal that supports the weight of a building

The construction workers carefully lifted the steel beam into place, securing it to the framework of the building.

a gymnastics apparatus consisting of two horizontal bars set at different heights, used primarily by female gymnasts for performing acrobatic routines involving swings, releases, and transitions

The gymnast showcased her strength and agility on the uneven bars during the competition.

a set of clothing (with accessories)

a piece of gymnastics equipment with two handles on its surface by which gymnasts can perform particular moves on

The gymnast performed a flawless routine on the pommel horse, showcasing his strength and agility.

a padded platform used in gymnastics for athletes to jump off and perform acrobatic moves during the vault event

The gymnast practiced her routine on the vaulting horse to improve her flips and landings.

a bar fixed horizontally above the ground for used for various exercises requiring gripping and pulling motions

Gymnasts practice their routines on the horizontal bar, showcasing their strength and agility.

a surface with built-in springs to enhance rebound and cushioning in gymnastics

The gymnasts practiced their tumbling routines on the spring floor.

to puzzle or challenge someone, typically by presenting a question or problem that is difficult to answer or solve

The tricky riddle stumped the participants at the puzzle competition.

one of the three stumps or the vertical wooden posts that form part of the wicket in cricket, used to determine if a batsman is out

The umpire raised his finger as the ball crashed into the leg stump.

a horizontal bar suspended by ropes or cables, used by acrobats for performing aerial maneuvers and swings

The acrobat gracefully swung from one end of the trapeze to the other, thrilling the audience with their daring stunts.

the circular ring with a net attached, mounted on a backboard, through which players aim to score points by shooting a basketball

The player aimed carefully and shot the ball through the basketball hoop.

an obstacle in steeplechase races in athletics, consisting of a water pit that athletes must jump over after hurdling barriers

He cleared the water jump effortlessly in the steeplechase race.

a mechanical device used at the beginning of horse races to ensure a fair start

The horses were loaded into the starting gate for the race.

a bouncy platform that helps people jump higher, often seen in pools and gymnastics arenas

She bounced on the springboard before diving into the pool.