Football
Part of the Like a Pro (Lightbox Learning) series
Did you know that football was first played with a soccer ball? The footballs used today are eggshaped. Learn more about this beloved sport in Football, a Like a Pro book.
Judo
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Did you know that judo wrestlers wear a uniform called a judogi? Judo wrestlers must follow a strict dress code. Learn more about this beloved sport in Judo, a Like a Pro book.
Golf
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Did you know that each golf club is different? Clubs with higher numbers hit balls higher into the air. Learn more about this beloved sport in Golf, a Like a Pro book.
Track and Field
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Did you know that track and field is one of the oldest sports in the world? There are many different track and field events. Learn more about this beloved sport in Track and Field, a Like a Pro book.
Karate
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Did you know that karate students can test strikes by hitting dummies or boards with their feet or hands? When sparring, students earn points for successful strikes. Learn more about this beloved sport in Karate, a Like a Pro book.
Horseback Riding
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Did you know that people have ridden horses for more than 5,000 years? The gear worn by a horse being ridden is called tack. Learn more about this beloved sport in Horseback Riding, a Like a Pro book.
Gymnastics
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Did you know that some gymnasts wear grips or put chalk on their hands? This helps keep their hands from slipping. Learn more about this beloved sport in Gymnastics, a Like a Pro book.
Baseball
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Did you know that baseball players wear helmets when they are batting? Helmets keep their heads safe. Learn more about this beloved sport in Baseball, a Like a Pro book.
Swimming
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Did you know that there are four main swimming strokes? Different swimming events use different strokes. Learn more about this beloved sport in Swimming, a Like a Pro book.
Fishing
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Did you know that people use bait to catch fish when fishing? Bait can be worms, small fish, or even pieces of metal. Learn more about this beloved sport in Fishing, a Like a Pro book.
Bicycling
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Did you know that there are different kinds of bicycles? Mountain bikes are used for bicycling on rough roads. Learn more about this beloved sport in Bicycling, a Like a Pro book.
Skating
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Did you know that the first ice skates were made from animal bones? Today, there are many kinds of ice skates. Learn more about this beloved sport in Skating, a Like a Pro book.
Wrestling
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Did you know that wrestling is one of the oldest sports in the world? Modern pro wrestlers wear a piece of clothing called a singlet. Learn more about this beloved sport in Wrestling, a Like a Pro book.
Martial Arts
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Did you know that martial arts have been around for thousands of years? Kung fu and karate are both types of martial arts. Learn more about this beloved sport in Martial Arts, a Like a Pro book.
Tennis
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Did you know that tennis players use rackets? They use their rackets to hit the ball. Learn more about this beloved sport in Tennis, a Like a Pro book.
Volleyball
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Did you know that volleyball was invented in the United States? Pro volleyball events can be played indoors or outside on a beach. Learn more about this beloved sport in Volleyball, a Like a Pro book.
Soccer
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Did you know that soccer cleats have spikes? Cleats help players control the ball. Learn more about this beloved sport in Soccer, a Like a Pro book.
Cheerleading
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Did you know that cheerleaders often use pom poms? Pom poms can be shaken or used to spell words. Learn more about this beloved sport in Cheerleading, a Like a Pro book.
Archery
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Did you know that archers use different tools for protection? Modern archers may wear thumb rings or arm guards. Learn more about this beloved sport in Archery, a Like a Pro book.
Lacrosse
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Did you know that lacrosse was first played by Native Americans hundreds of years ago? Lacrosse players use a stick with a pouch on its end. Learn more about this beloved sport in Lacrosse, a Like a Pro book.
Dance
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Did you know that dance is a tradition in many different cultures? Rumba, cha-cha,
paso doble, and jive are all ballroom dance styles. Learn more about this beloved
sport in Dance, a Like a Pro book.
Running
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Did you know that running has been a sport for hundreds of years? Some runners run in relay teams. Learn more about this beloved sport in Running, a Like a Pro book.
Basketball
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Did you know that people play basketball on a
court? Basketball courts have many lines and
circles. Learn more about this beloved sport in Basketball, a Like a Pro book.
Hockey
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Did you know that hockey players push the puck using a stick? Holding a stick also helps them keep balance. Learn more about this beloved sport in Hockey, a Like a Pro book.
