Sports equipment

6. a small, hard rubber disc that is used instead of a ball in ice hockey
7. a person who watches a sports event, without taking part
9. a small vehicle with long metal blades under it, built for racing down tracks covered with ice
10. a long, thin piece of wood used in playing hockey
11. a small piece of strong material that covers and protects part of a floor
12. a long, thin stick used in golf to hit the ball
15. a game played between two or four people on a special closed playing area that involves hitting a small rubber ball against a wall
16. a type of light, comfortable shoe that can be worn for sport
17. an area, usually covered with grass, used for playing sports

1. a person who is in charge of a sports game and who makes certain that the rules are followed
2. tightly fixed net in frame attached to long handle
3. a strong, hard hat that covers and protects the head
4. a sledge used for racing on ice. The person using it lies on their back with their feet pointing forward.
5. special glasses that fit close to the face to protect the eyes from water
8. an area painted with lines for playing particular sports, especially football
9. a specially shaped piece of wood used for hitting the ball
12. an area drawn out on the ground that is used for playing tennis and basketball
13. a type of shoe that covers the whole foot and the lower part of the leg
14. a long stick with a pointed end that is thrown in sports competitions