Lacrosse, Volleyball, and Baseball/Softball Terminology

These flashcards cover key terminology and rules for lacrosse, volleyball, and baseball/softball to assist with exam preparation.

What is the main difference between men's and women's lacrosse regarding contact?

Men's lacrosse allows more contact.

What does the term 'draw control' mean in lacrosse?

Winning the draw means you are on offense and can score.

What is considered a 'shot on goal' in lacrosse?

A shot that contacts the goal cage, including the crossbar and pipes.

What defines a 'ground ball' in lacrosse?

A situation where possession changes from one team to another.

What is an 'assist' in lacrosse?

A pass that contributes directly to a goal, based on a statistician's opinion.

What is an ace in women's volleyball?

A serve that results immediately in a point, and is not passable.

Define 'attack error' in volleyball.

An unsuccessful attack that falls under certain violation categories.

What is a libero in women's volleyball?

A defensive specialist that wears a different colored jersey and does not count for substitutions.

What does 'hitting percentage' measure in volleyball?

The efficiency of a player's attack, calculated as kills minus errors divided by attack attempts.

What is the role of a setter in volleyball?

The player responsible for setting up offensive plays and getting the majority of assists.

In baseball, what does 'BB' stand for?

Base on balls (a walk).

What is 'ERA' in baseball?

Earned run average, calculated by the number of earned runs given up divided by innings pitched.

What position in baseball is recorded as '1' on the stat sheet?

Pitcher.

What term is used for a player who attempted to hit the ball offensively?

Attacker.

In volleyball, what is a 'sideout'?

A change of service indicating that the opposing team has lost the serve.

What is the minimum score to win a set in women's volleyball?

25 points, and must win by 2.

What is the position of number 1 in baseball?

Pitcher (P)

What is the position of number 2 in baseball?

Catcher (C)

What is the position of number 3 in baseball?

First Baseman (1B)

What is the position of number 4 in baseball?

Second Baseman (2B)

What is the position of number 5 in baseball?

Third Baseman (3B)

What is the position of number 6 in baseball?

Shortstop (SS)

What is the position of number 7 in baseball?

Left Fielder (LF)

What is the position of number 8 in baseball?

Center Fielder (CF)

What is the position of number 9 in baseball?

Right Fielder (RF)