Looking for something fun to do at your next party or family event? Why not try trivia? It is entertaining, exciting and everyone can get involved. Age, sex and the number of people does not matter. Trivia is for everyone and it can be played anywhere.

Sports trivia is a great choice because almost everyone knows something about sports. You may not be a hockey fan, but what do you know about skating or sailing? Almost everyone has knowledge or information about some kind of sport. You do not have to be the world’s biggest fan to enjoy sports trivia. You can print and enjoy these fifty questions that I have compiled about all different kinds of sports and sports figures. Test your knowledge or that of your friends. Enjoy!

1: Britain’s Linford Christie was banned from competing for two years in which sport?

A: The 100m dash because he tested positive for drugs.

2: Which country’s entire team was barred from competing at the Paralympics in Sydney?

A: Spain, they were caught entering non-handicapped athletes into the games.

3: Which sports figure holds the record for appearing the most times on the cover of Sports Illustrated?

A: Michael Jordan, he has been on the cover 47 times.

4: Who is the only man to play both a NFL game and a MLB game in a single day?

A: Deion Sanders

5: Which two countries have not missed one of the modern day Olympics?

A: Greece and Australia

6: Which goalie holds the record for the most wins in regular season play?

A: Patrick Roy

7: What is the maximum weight for a golf ball?

A: 1.6oz

8: In Olympic badminton how many feathers does the bird have?

A: 14

9: What professional sport did bank robber John Dillinger play?

A: Baseball

10: Who was the only person elected to both the football and the baseball hall of fame?

A: Cal Hubbard

11: Wayne Levi was the first golfer to win a PGA tournament using a colored ball. What color was the ball?

A: Orange

12: Which track and field event is banned in high schools in every state except Rhode Island?

A: The hammer throw

13: The world Cup of Soccer has only been won by three European countries. Who are they?

A: West Germany, England and Italy.

14: Which NHL team was once called the St. Patricks?

A: The Toronto Maple Leafs

15: What sport, other than baseball uses the word ‘homerun’?

A: Cricket

16: What sport awards the Maurice Podoloff Trophy?

A: Basketball, it is awarded to the most valuable player

17: How many panels make up a soccer ball?

A: 32

18: How many stitches are there on a baseball?

A: 108

19: Who was the first female parachutist?

A: Jean Genvieve Granerin in 1799, she jumped from a hot air balloon.

20: What is the most watched sport in the world?

A: Soccer (football).

21: Which sport has the largest number of participants in the world?

A: Fishing.

22: In what year did boxing become a legal sport in the US?

A: 1901

23: What edible substance was found in golf balls?

A: Honey

24: Who holds baseball’s record for the most stolen bases in a single season?

A: Rickey Henderson

25: Who holds the record for the longest hitting streak in baseball?

A: Joe DiMaggio, 56 games.

26: Who holds the record in basketball for the most career rebounds?

A: Wilt Chamberlain

27: Who holds the record in basketball for the most fouls?

A: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, 4657.

28: Who holds the record in basketball for the most blocked shots?

A: Hakeem Olajuwon 3830.

29: In what year was the Ice Dancing included in the World Championship?

A: 1952, in Paris.

30: Who holds the record for the most homeruns in a single season?

A: Barry Bonds he set the record in 2001.

31: Which woman took silver in the men’s World Figure Skating Championship in 1902?

A: Madge Syers-Cave, there was no women’s events and no rule in the men’s saying a woman could not compete.

32: Who was the first woman to win the woman’ s World Figure Skating Championship?

A: Madge Syers-Cave, she won it in 1906

33: What is the name of the stadium where the Houston Astros play?

A: Minute Maid Park

34: What sport do the Houston Astros play?

A: Baseball

35: Which country won the gold medal in men’s beach volleyball at the 2008 Summer Olympics?

A: USA, the team of Rogers/Dalhausser defeated the Team from Brazil to win the gold.

36: Who holds the record for the most goals in the NHL?

A: Wayne Gretzky, he scored 894.

37: In which sport would you use the terms reefing and furling?

A: Sailing

38: Which sport awards the Ryder Cup?

A: Golf

39: Who holds the records for the most goals in one season in the NHL.

A: Wayne Gretzky, in the 81-82 season he scored 92 goals.

40: How many players are on the field for each team in American football?

A: 11 there are 12 in Canadian football.

41: James Naismith is credited with inventing which sport?

A: Basketball. When the game was first played there were only 13 rules.

42: Which sport has a three in the key rule?

A: Basketball, it was introduced in 1936 to cut down on contact between players.

43: In basketball how far is the free throw line from the net?

A: 15 feet or 4.6m.

44: How long is a football game?

A: 60 minutes.

45: In which sport might you find a dagger and a trapeze?

A: Sailing.

46: Which country held the 2008 Olympics.

A: The Olympics were in Beijing China.

47: Which sport awards the Winston Cup?

A: NASCAR

48: In which sport did Sonny Liston participate?

A: Boxing, he was a heavy weight.

49: Affirmed, won the triple crown in 1978, who was his regular jockey?

A: Steve Cauthen and he was the youngest jockey ever to win the triple crown.

50: Who eight gold medals at the 2008 Summer Olympics?

A: Michael Phelps in swimming.

There are many brands that create running and athletic shoes for girls that have a slimmer appearance, and shape and come in colors that girls like. The guys have been wearing sports shoes made exclusively for men and now is the time for the girls to have their choice of styles and colors and decorations of running shoes as well.

Most major manufacturers of men’s sport shoes have created a sneaker line exclusively geared towards for girls. There are many sports that require wearing sneakers that girls are involved in. There are many other sports that are geared towards girls athletic shoes. Not all sports entail running, there are shoes for teen girls who are involved in playing tennis who want to buy the best shoes for tennis. The easiest way to find the best fitting sneakers, is for them to walk around the local shopping mall and check out the best prices for shoes for that are affordable and meet their needs.

Not all girls sport shoes are white. Many of the running shoes are multicolor and decorated, and enhance the look of the girls feet when worn for any of their sports activities without causing pain in their feet.

Nike Air is well known brand of shoes for girls sports. They are nicely cushioned and are a very popular for teen girls. They are a bit costly but last when kept in shape so that they do not need to be repaired often especially for girls who are interested in training for the Olympics.

Sports for girls has gained in popularity. It is difficult to think of one specific sport played by girls that does not require well fitting girls athletic shoes. Girls now compete in most of the same sports that were once only played by men. It is difficult to think of any sports played today, that girls do not wear. Therefore, when shopping around for new footwear it is important to buy the best sports shoes for girls.

Girls compete in tennis, baseball and basket ball. Each sport has their own specific type and style of athletic footwear. There also is golf and baseball that are functional and stylish for teen girls.

Keep in mind, that the best shoes does not only depend on the manufacturer; color or style but in the fit. Do not rush into buying sports shoes until you have tried on shoes made by a lot of manufacturers. Each have their own style and shape of running shoes. Try on the shoes, and walk around the store wearing them to make sure they are pain free. Buy a pair, take them home, and walk around a carpeted room. This enables them returnable if they hurt. Jump, hop, walk and do all the things you do when wearing them for your specific sport. If they do not hurt, pinch or feel short in the toes that is a good indicator of a good fit.

When you think about the islands in the Bahamas, you most certainly picture white sand beaches, sparkling azure waters and friendly smiling faces. Without a doubt, Bahamas is home to beautiful scenery and warm islanders, but this Caribbean getaway is also the chosen destination of avid bonefishers from all over the world. For your next trip to the sun, consider visiting the island of Great Exuma Bahamas and partake in the exciting sport of bonefishing.

Whether you are a seasoned pro or an amateur fisher, bonefishing is a popular sport that appeals to all individuals. Bonefishing is one of the most esteemed forms of sport fishing in the world. Bonefish are actually found throughout the Caribbean but are particularly abundant in the waters around certain islands. Bonefish spend their time swimming along very shallow banks digging for food. These fast moving silvery fish average between 4 and 6 pounds, but can reach up to 19 pounds. The sport of bonefishing is not a passive activity. In fact, you will not spend time sitting on a boat casting your reel. To bonefish, groups of three or four people jump off the boat at the same time and follow the schools of fish. Bonefishing is an ideal activity for a group of friends or a family on a Caribbean vacation together and the island of Great Exuma is just the place to experience the fun of this popular sport.

The island of Great Exuma has earned its world-wide reputation for fantastic bonefishing due to its endless firm, white flats of sand that are teeming with small to medium-sized bone fish. These flats are ideal for barefoot wading and in their shallow waters you will find many opportunities to tail and hook a variety of bonefish. As you stand in the crystal clear waters looking for the fast and slippery one, don’t forget to notice the other exciting and beautiful marine life.

Whether you are hoping to plan the fishing trip of a lifetime, or you just want a chance to try an exciting sport, bonefishing in Great Exuma, Bahamas is an appealing activity for all! There are several experienced guides on the island who will gladly escort you for a day, or a week, from sun up to sun down. As you cast your line into the turquoise sea, you will undoubtedly feel the excitement of standing among a mysterious underwater world. There is nothing quite like hooking your first bonefish and you may find yourself adopting this sport as a favorite past time. Experience the pinnacle of sport fishing today in Great Exuma, Bahamas. Fun describes it well!

As with any betting, it can be very risky. It is important to know how the system works and intelligent choices that have to be made. Sports betting especially, a form of betting that has been around since sports themselves, has accumulated many tips and advice which are intended to help bettors beat the odds and come out on top.

The most important advice anyone can give for sports betting is to always know the amount of money being spent. The easiest way to stay in control of the sports betting market is to maintain control of the money being circulated. The best way to do this is to hold on to your winnings. Those who place bets directly after they win, lose control of their money and actually have less money in their pocket then those who wait.

Another way to lose money is by chasing bets. Many people feel that the more times they bet, the better chance they have of winning. However, the mistake people make is to apply this rule to losing bets. If you do not like the way a game is going before you bet, there is no reason why you will like it after you lose. A good piece of advice is, if you are on a winning streak, go with it as long as you feel, but do not chase losing bets.

Probably one of the most important pieces of advice is to never place bets while under the influence. Many times, as people bet, especially in social situations, they will drink alcohol, but what they do not realize is that the more they drink, the less likely they are to make intelligent decisions. Any influence can cloud your judgment and you may not make the best decision possible. It is also likely that you will lose more money as well as lose track of how much you have and how much you are betting with.

Many bettors find betting on the home teams can be successful. Many teams become inspired and motivated when they get to play in their own fields. Even the most advanced bettors will swear by betting on the home team, no matter what the statistics. Teams find it more humiliating to lose at home and will rarely lose when it is in front of a home crowd.

The best piece of advice that can be given is to take into consideration all possible factors. Not every sport is solely based on skill and many times luck plays a large role. A good bettor knows how to bet successfully whether luck is with them or not.

When taking sports betting advice, it is important to know where the advice is coming from and if it is something worth listening to. Not all advice is good, nor will it help the odds work out in your favor. As with any betting, not everything is certain, so you must always be paying attention.

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Fishing is a sport that you can do all year long depending on where you live. Whether you live in the tropics or Canada you can always do some kind of fishing. If you are into ice fishing then you may need to go to Alaska or Canada. When you are going ice fishing you will need to be sure to bring the right tools with you so that you don’t have to make a second trip back on the ice.

There are many types of fish that you can catch but there are only a few that stay in cold waters like ice fishing wise. If you don’t live in an icy area of the world then don’t expect to catch any ice fish. You will need to travel to catch what you seek.

As normal fishing goes, the fish will tend to bite better in the morning because they come to the surface looking for food. So as the day goes on you will catch less fish because they have already eaten for the day and return down to deeper waters. Even though this is a good sport to venture out to it can be a very dangerous one as well. You can get a bad cold out on the ice or even fall through the ice when you car trying to make your hole to go fishing.

You will want to stay away from any substance that will delay your reaction time seeing is that can cause an accident as well. You will also want to wear boots and something warm out on the ice seeing that it is probably below zero where you are fishing at.

A lot of people will take their cars and trucks onto the ice, that is OK when the ice is the thick so you may want to check how thick the ice is before you go driving out onto the ice. You might have to log all stuff onto the ice one day and the next day comes and you can drive on it. There will be all kinds of differences when ice fishing. All you do when you get to your spot is check the ice first sees if it’s thick enough to at least walk on and it is go fishing, you will also want to check if it is thick enough to drive on so you don’t have to tote all your gear.

If you can drive on the ice to your spot it will make your day and fishing trip a lot easier and a lot better for you and whoever you bring with you. You don’t ever want to go alone that is like a cardinal rule and should also pop into your head as common sense. So always bring someone with you when you go ice fishing whether it be a friend or son or even a wife or girlfriend just always have someone with you.

Nautilus is quite popular for making outstanding exercise equipment and the Sports Series T518 LC treadmill is no different. This treadmill can be customized; in the sense you can choose whether you want to use the platform for running or walking, it has display features and add on software.

It is one of the best treadmills in the market but many people may find it expensive as it is sold for between $2,899 and $3,199. However, if you do decide to purchase, it will be a worth the money spent.

Feature of the Nautilus Sport Series T518 LC Treadmill:

As mentioned earlier, you can choose the treadmill platform and you also have the option of deciding whether you want the add on software or not. The treadmill has a high resolution LCD display screen that will keep you motivated by displaying a series of motivational messages. It also has a keypad where you can enter your personal information.

The device has 12 preset workouts but you can add 3 custom workouts and 2 heart rate workouts. There is a chest strap that is included with the treadmill and this helps to monitor your heart rate. The add on is in the form of Nautilus Fitness Cartridges and you can choose how to exercise like My Nautilus Fitness Diary monitors and records your workouts; Heart Strong Trainer does fitness assessment and offers step, speed and heart rate based training programs; and My Nautilus LX is the fitness diary.

Most people who use treadmills are invariably bored because they do the same routine. However, this is not the case with Nautilus Sports Series T518 LC as there are a variety of preset programs and this takes away the monotony from the workouts. You can choose time-based programs, distance-based programs, heart rate based programs or interval programs.

The only drawback this treadmill has is its price as it is more expensive than most other treadmills. If you are a serious runner or walker, you should not hesitate to purchase this treadmill.

It is generally said that betting is a mug game. Meanwhile some are professional bettors. While they are making a living from sport betting, many are still losing consistently.

If you go down a betting office you could hear some people swearing because they have just lost. It is always the same crowd.

The thing is that no one can have a 100% winning rate. Some betting systems will come very close. The reason you place a bet is for profit, not for fun! You do not use rent money for betting, you only use any amount you can afford to lose. that’s why you have to set up what is called a betting bank.

About 30% of favourite win horse races. Knowing how to pinpoint them will bring in a consistent flow of profit. And so will laying the remaining 60% on betfair or any betting exchange, if you know how to find them.

A favourite horse that loves the ground it is racing on, and is ridden by a top jockey, for a top trainer, will be odds-on for obvious reasons. It will win more often than not.

A horse racing in a higher class (for the first time) stands no chance of winning unless something unusual happens. That horse will be up against more experienced horses!

The same applies to greyhound racing. A dog racing for the first time in a higher class, (eg: from A3 to A2) will produce a very good lay bet.

Mechanical sport betting systems, will most certainly miss the most important elements of the big picture. That is why, on top of any system you use, it is good to develop your own judgement and increase your knowledge of the specific sport you are betting on. You can do so by reading specific sections of magazines, newspapers or newsletters related to the sport of your choice.

When it comes to team sport, I have observed that any team playing against another one, five to six places below them in the league table, wins most of the time. This rule will apply to Football, Basket ball, Rugby, and so forth. A top team, playing at home against another one which is in the bottom of the table, will win, unless some extraordinary circumstances apply.

In tennis, a top seed playing against anyone, 6 to 8 places below them in the World Ranking table, will surely win. Unless they are in lack of form (after being out of tournaments for a while) or sustain an injury they have not completely recovered from. They can be outperformed if they have a poor record on the specific ground they are playing on (grass, dust or carpet).

Those who you know can not win, can still help you generate a profit if you lay them an betfair or any betting exchange successfully.

Whatever you do always paper trade first, for accuracy. when you discover the patterns and take advantage of them you are in for a juicy reward.

There is more to life than just winning and profit. You will need to back your activities with a purpose for them to be sustainable. In another word knowing why you do what you do, and doing it well is the difference between the professional and the consistent looser. And as always remember there is help at hand when you need it.

To take up golf seriously you need some golf clubs, golf shoes, golf glove, golf balls, tees, towel, some lessons and a tee time.

Golf clubs can be bought used or new. If you are just taking up the game, I suggest that you buy used golf equipment. In my opinion, the best and safest places for used equipment online are globalgolf.com and 2ndSwing.com or you can Google Calloway or Taylormade and look for their used golf club site. If you like to get advice, swing the clubs and get a feel, I recommend going to the brick and mortar stores such as Golf Galaxy, PGA Superstore and Golfsmith and looking at their used clubs and talking with their sales people. They will let you try out the clubs and you can putt on their putting surfaces. While new clubs and bag can cost you on average about $2,000, you should be able to find a good used set for $600 or less.

Golf shoes and golf gloves should be bought new, however in order to get the best pricing check out the ones that are on a sale. Full price shoes and glove will set you back around $150, but on sale you should be able to get by on $60.

A couple dozen low priced golf ball brands will cost you about $50 and a hundred tees for around $8, if you don’t pick some up at the golf course for free, while the towel will set you back about $12.

Typical costs for lessons: Fees average $50 to $60 for a 30- to 45-minute private lesson. Instructors sometimes offer hour-long sessions for $75 to $90, which is a better overall value. Instructors typically reduce fees by 15 percent or more if golfers buy a bundle of lessons, usually offered in groups of six. Golfers can buy a package of six 30-minute lessons for about $250 ($42 per session) or six hour-long classes for $375 ($62.50 per session). How many lessons is based upon your current level of play and general athleticism for a beginner. Six lessons, plus time on a practice range, chipping area and putting green should get a beginning golfer started.

According to a Golf Channel survey, the median cost for an 18-hole round of golf at a public golf course is $36 including cart. However, this can vary drastically depending on the location, course, time of year, etc. But there are some general norms when it comes to the financial aspect of the cost of golf.

The first rule is to make sure you know what you’re getting before booking a tee time. A golf cart is usually included with the cost of an 18-hole round, but not always. Many courses also offer discounts for residents, seniors and late-afternoon rounds. Weekends tend to be more expensive.

Private clubs are costlier with annual membership dues and additional fees and range anywhere from moderately-priced to six-figure initiation fees.

As you can see, you can spend as little or as much as you want on the cost of golf. However, it is my opinion that it is within the range of the average person to enjoy the game of golf. The camaraderie, friendships, exercise and general enjoyment that you get out of a round of golf is as they say “priceless”. Go ahead and get some enjoyment out of life and take up golf or play more golf.

Sports betting can be a fun and lucrative hobby for some people. The key is knowing how to spot the winning team in any sport. For people are actively involved in active games, they are in a much better position to spot winners. That is because they already have a good understanding of the games. But for the average person, perhaps the next best thing to do is to rely on reviews and tips. Here are some hints on how to choose the winning team for any sport.

1) Know what affects the outcome of a sport.

To spot a winning team, you need to know that various aspects that influence the outcome of a match. Solo games are easier to predict, for there are less variables. But for team games such as football or baseball, predicting the winning team can be very difficult. Sit down and think about the different factors that affect the outcome of a match. Make a list of these factors. For example, your list may include items like caliber of team manager, fitness of players, attitude aspects, etc. The more variables you consider, the more accurate your predictions.

2) Actively follow games.

Placing a bet on a game makes the game even more fun to watch. But if you want to pick a winner, don’t just watch matches that you bet on. Watch and follow as many games as possible. If you follow closely enough, you will get a good feel of who is going to come out the winner. You are also more likely to spot any changes within the team that may affect the outcome of the next match. For example, you may see that a key player is running sluggishly, perhaps due to an injury. Being sharp helps you spot the winners.

3) Following sports news.

Sometimes, what happens behind the scenes may affect the outcome of a sports game. For instance, a star player may have a quarrel with the team manager, and he is unhappy. His unhappiness soon starts to show on the playing field, and you can see that his performance is affected. These events are often reported in the sports news section. Spend a few minutes each day to browse through the news and see if anything catches your eye. In time to come, you will be able to discover the overall strategy that the management is adopting. I.e. which player is being sold, which player is being brought into the team, etc. These are all revealing pieces of news that you may be interested in.

4) Read reviews posted by other sports fans.

There are always some hardcore fans lurking around somewhere in various online sports communities. But they are rare, and may be hard to locate. If you spend time scouring websites and forums for information, you just might run into them. Some reviewers are just very good at predicting game outcomes. If you find their predictions to be accurate, just follow them closely. Remember, there are reviewers who are accurate in every type of sport. You can ride on their skills and foresight to help you choose the winning teams.