Why Do Some Athletes Make Millions? Vocabulary

Average

• A statistical measure that represents the typical amount or value in a set of data.

• A method of calculating the total sum of a dataset.

• A measure of the highest value in a dataset.

• A technique used to find the median of a dataset.

Offseason

• The period when a sports league is not in session, allowing teams to make decisions and sign players.

• The time when players are training for the upcoming season.

• The period when teams are competing in tournaments.

• The time when players are on vacation after the season ends.

Media

• Organizations that disseminate information through various channels, including television, radio, and online platforms.

• A type of technology used for communication.

• A form of entertainment that includes movies and music.

• A government agency that regulates broadcasting.

Advertise

• To promote a product or service through various media channels to attract customers.

• To sell a product directly to consumers without any marketing.

• To create a product without any intention of selling it.

• To provide customer service for a product after it has been sold.

Endorsement

• A legal document that allows someone to act on behalf of another person.

• An agreement in which a famous person promotes a product or brand, often in exchange for payment.

• A type of insurance policy that covers specific risks.

• A marketing strategy that focuses on social media influencers.

Likeness

• The representation of a person, especially in images or branding, often used in marketing and endorsements.

• A type of facial expression that conveys emotions.

• A legal term for the ownership of a person's image.

• A method of creating digital art using software.

Revenue

• The total income generated from sales or services, particularly in relation to businesses or sports teams.

• The total expenses incurred by a business in a given period.

• The profit made after deducting all costs from sales.

• The amount of money a business has after paying taxes.

Contract

• A formal agreement between parties, often detailing the terms of employment, including salary and duration.

• A casual understanding between friends regarding a shared activity.

• A document that outlines the rules of a game or sport.

• An informal arrangement that does not require legal enforcement.

Championship

• A type of sports event where teams compete to win a trophy.

• A competition to determine the best team or player in a sport, often culminating in a final match or series.

• A training session for athletes to improve their skills.

• A casual game played for fun without any stakes.

Rights

• Legal permissions or entitlements, often related to the use of intellectual property, such as broadcasting sports events.

• A type of financial investment in stocks and bonds.

• A set of moral principles governing behavior.

• A legal document outlining the terms of a contract.