Explore the diverse area of sport

Types of Sport



Sport is a diverse area, which continues to grow. Many countries around
the world embrace and claim a sport as their own, calling it a national
sport. It has become a World Wide industry in which countries compete
and stake claims on titles and trophies. There seems to be a sport that
suits everyone and of every age.

There are various types of sport that range from professional to
armature. There are Olympic standard Sports and sports that are just for
fun. There are lone sports such as hurdles, javelin throwing and pool.
There are team sports such as basketball, hockey and rugby. There are
also sports that can be both, such as tennis, running and swimming.

Sports can be played on many different levels, such as locally, nationally
and internationally. Sports can be relaxing, or stressful, depending upon
which sport you choose to pursue. There are so many different types of
Sports, that it is sometimes difficult to define exactly what sport is, as for
some people, in some countries, yodeling is a competitive sport.