Whether you’re looking to make a new team, or you’re simply looking to get more involved, there are many different types of team sports to choose from. From dodgeball to table tennis, there’s something for every team sport enthusiast!
Dodgeball
Initially played by African tribes, Dodgeball is a team sport that has been around for centuries. The object of the game is to eliminate your opponents by catching and hitting the ball. There are several rules and variations of the game that are used around the world.
The first official rule of the game was to be hit once. The second rule was that if you catch the ball, you were out of the game.
Bobsleighing
Originally, bobsledding was a sport where two or four men pulled a sled down an ice-covered incline. These days, the sport is also used by women as well as teams made up of all-female athletes.
Bobsleighing is a sport of high-speed racing, which requires teams to race down narrow ice tracks at speeds up to 80 miles per hour. The fastest teams use high-tech sleds. Sleds are made of steel and fiberglass, weigh up to 35 kilograms and are between 31 and 47 inches long.
Bowling
Besides being fun, bowling is also a sport that requires skill, handiness, and a certain amount of luck. In addition, bowling can also provide you with an opportunity to make money. In fact, many states allow youth to participate in the Grand Prix Scholarship Fund.
One of the most enjoyable aspects of bowling is that it’s a team sport. In fact, the varsity bowling team at Mount Mercy has been traveling to Las Vegas to compete against top teams in the nation.
Cricket
Whether you are a sports fan or someone who just wants to play, cricket is a great sport to get involved with. Cricket is a team sport, so players need to be able to concentrate for long periods of time and run and throw between wickets.
The object of the game is to score the most runs in a specified time period. The team that scores the most runs wins the match. This can be done through batting, bowling, or fielding.
Table tennis
Unlike other sports, table tennis does not require a lot of space. It can be played indoors, outdoors, and even on the beach. All you need is a table, a net, and a paddle.
In team competition, the team with the most points wins. In the most common format, the match is played in the best of five games, or a best of seven games.
Windsurfing
Several nations participate in windsurfing. Some countries organize their own national windsurfing associations. Others participate in international events. There are also many windsurfing schools that teach wing foiling.
Windsurfing was first developed in the United States in Pennsylvania, USA. Originally, it was just an experimental hobby. However, it became popular in the late 1970s. It was the fastest growing sport in the world at the time.
Anti-doping rules
Whether you are an athlete or a support personnel, you need to know the anti-doping rules for team sport. Doping is illegal and damages the image of sport. It also damages the health of athletes and other athletes. It can ruin a career and lead to a loss of sponsorship.
The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) fully supports the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and promotes integrity in sport. They have leveraged their position within the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC). In 2017, the USOPC recommitted itself to health and integrity.