If you like sports riddle quizzes, then you’ve come to the right place. In this quiz post, we are sharing an engaging “Guess the Sport” quiz with you. In this quiz, we have provided 20 questions where you have to guess the sport based on the provided hints. The quiz will definitely test your sporting knowledge and wits.
We have tried to incorporate sports of varied categories such as team sports, individual sports water sports and so on to make the riddle quiz interesting. With this quiz you will be able to learn about some of the sports and information related to them which were you previously not aware of.
How to Play:
This “What Sport Am I?” quiz takes the form of a riddle in which you have to guess the names of various sports. Each question is accompanied by four hints. These hints provide information related to the sport in question. The information ranges from the rules of the game, equipment, and team size to the type of sport, etc.
You have to guess the name of the sport and input it in the answer box (text input area) below. If you enter the correct answer, you will receive one point. For an incorrect answer, you will have two options:
- Retry
- Show solution.
The answers to all the questions are provided at the end of this post.
Question 1
Hint 1:
In this game, players hit a small, round object with a stick.
Hint 2:
The sport has four bases in a diamond shape, with players running counter-clockwise.
Hint 3:
Hitting the ball out of the park scores big points without running the bases.
Hint 4:
A player is struck out if they miss the ball three times at home plate.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 2
Hint 1:
This sport is played with an oval ball on a rectangular field with goalposts at both ends.
Hint 2:
Each team has 11 players on the field at a time.
Hint 3:
The goal is to score points by getting the ball into the other team’s end zone.
Hint 4:
This sport is known for its strategy, combining running, passing, and tackles.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 3
Hint 1:
This sport is usually played on a big outdoor course.
Hint 2:
In this game, players try to finish a series of holes.
Hint 3:
The game uses different clubs for various shots and distances.
Hint 4:
In this sport, starting each play is called “teeing off”.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 4
Hint 1:
This sport’s players glide on a frozen surface.
Hint 2:
The goalies guard a net with pads and a mask.
Hint 3:
A puck is propelled across the ice with sticks.
Hint 4:
Fighting for possession is as important as scoring goals.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 5
Hint 1:
This sport involves shooting hoops.
Hint 2:
Players dribble a ball up and down the court.
Hint 3:
The goal is to score points by getting the ball through a hoop.
Hint 4:
Teams try to score more points than each other within a set time.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 6
Hint 1:
In this sport, two opponents face off in a ring.
Hint 2:
People wear gloves and try to hit their opponent with their fists.
Hint 3:
Matches have rounds with breaks.
Hint 4:
Winning happens by knockout, technical knockout, or judges’ decision.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 7
Hint 1:
This sport is about pushing heavy things on ice.
Hint 2:
Players use brooms to steer the path of the sliding objects.
Hint 3:
The target area is called the “house.”
Hint 4:
Teams have four players, and strategy is key.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 8
Hint 1:
This sport has a net and two teams trying to keep the ball from hitting the ground.
Hint 2:
Players mainly use their hands to hit the ball.
Hint 3:
Each team typically has six players on the court.
Hint 4:
Common terms in this sport are ‘spike’ and ‘block’.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 9
Hint 1:
The term “love,” which means nothing in this sport.
Hint 2:
It’s a game where you win points with an “ace”.
Hint 3:
In this sport, the referee has a bird’s-eye view.
Hint 4:
In this game, ‘Advantage’ is a powerful word.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 10
Hint 1:
This sport involves a pitch, but not the kind you find in baseball.
Hint 2:
This sport is played with a flat piece of wood.
Hint 3:
Fielders can get a player out by catching the ball before it hits the ground.
Hint 4:
Matches can go on for a long time, even days, with breaks for tea.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 11
Hint 1:
In this sport, a special feathered object is used instead of a ball.
Hint 2:
The end area of the playing field is called the backcourt.
Hint 3:
The players involved in this sport are called the server and the receiver.
Hint 4:
When the score is tied at 20-20, it is called ‘deuce.’
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 12
Hint 1:
The surface for this sport is cold and solid.
Hint 2:
Participants perform various spins, patterns and rotations.
Hint 3:
The sport is performed both indoors and outdoors.
Hint 4:
It’s a combination of art and athleticism.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 13
Hint 1:
The sport is one of the ancient forms of skill developed by humans.
Hint 2:
This sport requires precise aim and steady hands.
Hint 3:
The goal is to hit a target, usually marked with circles inside each other.
Hint 4:
In the past, this skill was important for hunting and fighting in wars.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 14
Hint 1:
The game has been played for centuries and is considered a classic pastime.
Hint 2:
It’s often depicted as a battle between two opposing forces.
Hint 3:
Players use pieces to control each other’s territory.
Hint 4:
It’s about thinking ahead and planning your moves carefully.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 15
Hint 1:
This sport is usually played inside and needs less space than most other sports.
Hint 2:
People hit a light ball over a low net with small paddles.
Hint 3:
It’s also called by another name related to a common piece of furniture.
Hint 4:
The sport requires quick reflexes and precise control.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 16
Hint 1:
This sport involves a stick with a net on one end.
Hint 2:
Players wear helmets and pads for protection.
Hint 3:
The game is played on a field with goals at each end.
Hint 4:
Teams compete to score points by shooting a ball into the opposing team’s goal.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 17
Hint 1:
This sport heavily relies on the strength of the two involved teams.
Hint 2:
The main piece of equipment used in this sport is a long rope.
Hint 3:
The goal is for each team to pull in opposite directions.
Hint 4:
Victory is achieved when one team pulls the other past a point.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 18
Hint 1:
Players wear caps and are constantly treading water.
Hint 2:
The game involves throwing a ball into a goal.
Hint 3:
It’s played in a pool.
Hint 4:
The main goal is to stop the other team from scoring in different ways.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 19
Hint 1:
In this sport, people wear armor all over, like knights today.
Hint 2:
In this sport, the playing field is a narrow strip where participants clash.
Hint 3:
The main object in this sport is a lightweight and flexible sword with a small blade.
Hint 4:
This sport is all about accuracy, stance, and finesse.
Can you guess what sport it is?
Question 20
Hint 1:
The main equipment in this sport is a vehicle that relies on human power.
Hint 2:
This sport requires a combination of physical strength and maneuvering skills.
Hint 3:
It can be competed in on roads as well as mountains.
Hint 4:
It’s not only a competitive sport but also a good exercise activity.
Can you guess what sport it is?
(Comment your answer in the comment box below.)
Answers:
Although the sport name for each individual question is provided in the “Show solution” option upon entering the answer, below we have provided answers to all the questions in their numeric sequence.
- Baseball
- American Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Basketball
- Boxing
- Curling
- Volleyball
- Tennis
- Cricket
- Badminton
- Ice Skating
- Archery
- Chess
- Table Tennis
- Lacrosse
- Tug of War
- Water Polo
- Fencing
- (Comment your answer)
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