Footballs
Footballs
Footballs (/ˈfʊtbɔːlz/) are a type of ball used in the sport of American football, Association football, Rugby football, and other related sports. The term "football" can refer to the ball itself, as well as the sport played with it.
Etymology
The term "football" originates from the English words "foot" and "ball", referring to a game played with a ball that is kicked with the foot. The term has been in use since at least the 15th century.
Types of Footballs
There are several types of footballs, each designed for specific types of football games. These include:
- American footballs: These are prolate spheroid in shape and are used in American football games.
- Association footballs: Also known as soccer balls, these are spherical and are used in association football games.
- Rugby footballs: These are elongated and used in rugby games.
Related Terms
- Pigskin: This is a colloquial term for a football, originating from the early days of the sport when balls were made from pig's bladder.
- Touchdown: This is a term used in American football to refer to a play where the ball is carried or caught in the opponent's end zone, scoring points.
- Goal: In association football, a goal is scored when the ball passes completely over the goal line between the goalposts and under the crossbar.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Footballs
- Wikipedia's article - Footballs
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