Allie's Basketball Dream Vocabulary

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Statue-like objects that symbolize victory or achievement

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Trophies are awarded to recognize success in sports and competitions.

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Drop or fall with full force

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Plopped means to fall heavily or suddenly.

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To bounce repeatedly while moving

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Dribble is a basketball term for bouncing the ball while running.

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A person who earns their living playing a sport

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A professional is someone who plays sports as their job.

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Later part of the day, early part of the night

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Evening is the time after afternoon and before night.

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A piece of cloth awarded for winning a race or competition

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A ribbon is often given as a prize for achievements.

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A round object used in basketball

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A basketball is the ball used to play the game of basketball.

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To throw the ball towards the basket

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Shooting is the action of attempting to score points in basketball.

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The act of moving with the ball without dribbling

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Traveling is a violation in basketball when a player moves without dribbling.

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A game played between two teams of five players each

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Basketball is a sport where teams try to score by shooting the ball into the opponent's hoop.