NATURE OF TEAM SPORTS

Out of the hundreds of different sports played around the world, here is a list of those that are solely for
teams. If there are more than two players on each side, then the sport should be listed here.

List of Team Sports

Football codes

 Association football/Soccer (Beach, Futsal, Indoor)

 Australian Rules Football
 Cuju
 Gaelic football (Ladies')
 Harpastum
 International rules
 Kemari
 Volata

Medieval codes

 Mob Football
 Camping
 Royal Shrovetide
 Uppies and Downies
 Calcio Fiorentino
 La Soule
 Cornish Hurling

Gridiron codes

 Arena football
 American football (Eight-man, Flag, Indoor, Nine-man, Six-man, Sprint, Touch)
 Canadian football

Rugby codes

 League (Sevens, Nines,Tag, Touch)

 Union (Sevens, Tag, Touch, Mini)

Basket codes

 Basketball
 Korfball
 Netball (Indoor, fast5)
 Slamball

Handball codes

 Handball
 Beach handball
  Field handball

Safe haven codes

 Baseball
 Brännboll
 British Baseball
 Cricket (Indoor)
 Kickball
 Lapta
 Oina
 Over-the-line
 Pesäpallo
 Rounders
 Softball
 Stoolball
 Vigoro

Stick and ball codes

 Hurling (Camogie)
 Lacrosse (Box, Field, Women's)
 Polocrosse
 Shinty

Hockey codes

 Bandy
 Broomball
 Field hockey (Indoor)
 Floorball
 Ice hockey
 3x3 Ice Hockey
 Ringette
 Rinkball
 Roller hockey (Inline, Quad)
 Rossall Hockey
 Street Hockey
 Underwater hockey

Polo codes

 Cycle polo
 Elephant polo
 Polo
 Segway polo
 Yak polo
Volleyball codes

 Beach volleyball
 Fistball
 Sepak takraw
 Volleyball

Other codes

 Airsoft
 Basque pelota (Frontenis, Jai alai, Xare)
 Buzkashi
 Canoe Polo
 Curling
 Gateball
 Kabaddi
 Mesoamerican ball game
 Paintball
 Roller Derby
 Tchoukball
 Ultimate
 Underwater rugby
 Water polo

What is the most important thing in team sports?

Team sports are not only good for you, but they are also great for kids. Joining a team is perhaps one of
the most beneficial things that children can do because it teaches respect, teamwork, social skills,
confidence, and so much more.

develop self-esteem

 Regular Exercise
 Teaches Leadership Skill
 Stronger Relationship
 Better Communication
 Teaches Respect
 Time Management

Traits of a good sportsman

Let’s take a quick look at the various characteristics of a good sportsman.

1. A good sportsman always plays a fair game

A good sportsman is never biased. A person who is a good sport does not win by dishonesty. Thus, in
order to be a good sport, you must learn to accept victory and failure.

2. Is a team player
You may be different from others in many aspects, but having a team spirit will help you evolve.
Whether you are playing sports or dealing with matters in and outside your home, take honest
approaches, but make a conscious effort.

3. Is always optimistic

Looking at the bright side of things is an important trait of a good sportsman or sportsmanship. People
who look at the dark side of things are never successful in their lives. So, being optimistic in life is crucial
in order to win your game and in life.

4. Is not a taleteller

Sportsmanship does not indulge in gossiping indiscreetly. A good sportsman is not a taleteller. As a good
sportsman, you only involve in necessary conversation or discussions when required. It’s simply a waste
of one’s time and energy gossiping about irrelevant things or situations.

5. Never underestimates their rivals

In order to be a sportsman, you should kill jealousy, treachery and underestimate your opponents, in
the field or in your real life. Sometimes, being over-confident can lead to disruption.

6. Has the courage to lose gracefully

Very few people have the courage to experience defeat or loss. Whether it’s a game in the field or some
event in your domestic or professional life, learning to accept defeats teaches you a lesson and prepares
you to face any hardship. A good sportsman never gives up in life. Being strong is their motive.

7. Wins with pride

Every game has a winner and a loser. Winning with pride is the zeal of a good sportsman. When you put
your effort in your game or in your real life and achieve success, you can feel the happiness and pride.

8. Respects each others’ opinions

A good sportsman is not judgemental. Having respect for each others’ opinions and views is also a fine
quality. This requires you to be psychologically prepared and understand what the other person’s views
are. It is helpful when you are dealing with individuals with different perspective minds in your everyday
life.

Do you have it in you?

Simply playing and winning does not end it here. All the little things that are associated with your life,
whether it’s a game or your home and profession, matters. It is about how you react to the
consequences, be courageous enough to accept hardships, and then enjoy the satisfaction of success.

Now, if you're looking for something new to do, whether that's looking to take up a sport or trying to
meet new friends after the pandemic, here are some team sports that you could try.

Ultimate Frisbee
Ultimate Frisbee (or Ultimate) is a fact-paced, athletic and fun team sport, played using a Frisbee. It’s
played on grass, on the beach, or indoors. This sport is super enjoyable and the rules are simple enough
to follow. It’s been around since the 1960s, but it’s increasingly popular in recent years. You don’t need
an athletic background and can be picked up by people of any fitness level. Lots of colleges and
universities now have an Ultimate Frisbee club on campus.

Roller Derby

Roller Derby is fast-paced and incredibly exciting. It’s a team sport, played indoors on roller-skates.
There are new leagues and clubs popping up all over Ireland. There is a great sense of community
associated with Roller Derby, so it’s a brilliant way to meet people and an excellent way to get fit.

Volleyball

Volleyball is often associated with the beach, but actually, you can play it in a lot of places. It’s usually
played by two teams of six players. You can play it indoors or outdoors, so it’s suitable for all weather
conditions.

Olympic handball

Olympic handball is played on indoor courts measuring 40m by 20m, with seven players on each team.
It’s a bit more like basketball, except a net (like in football) instead of a hoop. Players attempt to throw
the ball past the keeper in goals, but no-one is allowed to enter the 6m semi-circular exclusion zone
around each goal, and you can only take three steps with the ball before dribbling or passing.

American football

The Irish American Football Association is currently undergoing a surge in popularity, with teams now
hailing from counties like Kildare, Louth and Westmeath as well as more traditional centers of interest
like Dublin, Galway, and Cork.

The best thing about the sport is its inclusiveness - there’s a position on the field for every body type,
and teams love to see new recruits signing up. Not too keen on repeated heavy hits? Then there’s also
flag football, which is the non-contact equivalent.

Field hockey

There are loads of clubs dotted around the country, especially throughout Dublin, and new members are
always made really welcome. It’s also a game that’s on the up here, with the Irish women’s team, in
particular excelling over recent years.

Futsal

Futsal is like football’s little cousin: the teams are smaller, as are the goals, the field, and the ball. Given
its origins in South America during the 1920s, futsal is a uniquely skilful game that requires fast feet and
equally quick wit. If you love playing five-a-side with your mates and would like to bring a competitive
element to your game, this is definitely worth a shot.

Sevens rugby
Played on a full-sized rugby pitch, sevens rugby is a physically demanding, fast-paced version of rugby
union. More suited to those with an athletic background of some description, halves are just seven
minutes long to compensate for the relentless, stamina-draining nature of the sport.

If you can run like the wind, but don’t fancy the more physically-orientated aspects of a conventional
rugby game, this could be the thing for you.

HANDBALL

Handball is a team sport in which two teams of seven players each pass a ball using their hands with the
aim of throwing it into the goal of the other team. A standard match consists of two periods of 30
minutes, and the team that scores more goals wins.

FUTSAL

Futsal is FIFA's official indoor soccer game which is, essentially, a scaled down version of outdoor soccer
played indoors. It is a small sided game (5v5) played on a smaller field (roughly basketball court sized)
with a smaller (size 3-4) ball. Futsal is played with touchline boundaries.

BASEBALL

Baseball is a bat-and-ball game played between two opposing teams who take turns batting and fielding.
The game proceeds when a player on the fielding team, called the pitcher, throws a ball that a player on
the batting team tries to hit with a bat.