Sports in the USA

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Across
  1. 1. how Americans call "european" football.
  2. 4. a game played with a bat, a ball, and bases.
  3. 8. a group of musicians who play instruments, often at games or ceremonies.
  4. 9. to shout or clap to show support or excitement.
  5. 10. you usually wear a _____ shirt on game days.
  6. 14. a person, animal, or cartoon figure that represents a team and entertains the crowd.
  7. 15. the rows of seats where the audience sits to watch a game. (plural)
  8. 16. the official song of a country, usually played before important events.
Down
  1. 2. someone who leads the crowd in cheers, dances, and stunts to support a team.
  2. 3. the professional American football league in the United States.
  3. 5. another word for "field" (British English).
  4. 6. a game played with sticks and a puck on ice.
  5. 7. a difficult or daring move performed by cheerleaders.
  6. 8. a game where players shoot a ball into a hoop.
  7. 9. the person who trains and guides a team or an athlete.
  8. 11. to prepare for a sport or activity through exercise and practice.
  9. 12. a large building or area with seats for watching sports or concerts.
  10. 13. someone who supports and enjoys watching a team or player.
  11. 15. a team or group of cheerleaders.