Game Rules
- What is the offside rule in soccer?
A player is offside if they are nearer to the opponent's goal line than both the ball and the second-last opponent when the ball is played to them, and they become involved in active play. - How many players are on a basketball team?
A basketball team has five players on the court at a time. Rosters can have up to 15 players in the NBA, but only five play per team during the game. - What is a balk in baseball?
A balk is an illegal motion by the pitcher with runners on base, such as faking a throw or starting and stopping. It results in all runners advancing one base. - Can a goalkeeper score a goal in soccer?
Yes, a goalkeeper can score a goal in soccer. They can score from their own penalty area by throwing or kicking the ball into the opponent's goal, or by joining an attack. - What is pass interference in football?
Pass interference is a penalty in American football when a player illegally hinders an opponent's attempt to catch a forward pass. It results in an automatic first down for the offense at the spot of the foul. - How long is a hockey game?
A standard hockey game consists of three 20-minute periods, totaling 60 minutes of play. However, with stoppages and intermissions, the actual duration is typically around 2.5 hours. - What is a shot clock in basketball?
The shot clock is a timer that requires the offense to attempt a shot within a set time. It is usually 24 seconds in the NBA and 30 seconds in NCAA men's games. - What is a Hail Mary pass in football?
A Hail Mary is a long, low-percentage pass thrown in desperation, usually near the end of a half or game. The team needs a score, and the receivers try to catch the ball near the end zone. - What is a touchback in football?
A touchback happens when the ball is kicked or passed into the end zone and a player on the receiving team downs it there. The ball is then placed at the 20-yard line, or the 25-yard line in the NFL, and play continues. - When can a hockey team pull its goalie for an extra attacker?
A team usually pulls its goalie late in a close game when it is trailing, though it can make the move at other times. The extra skater adds offense.