Certainly! Let’s explore one of the sports recognized by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA).

I’ll choose
field hockey as an example. Here’s a labeled diagram of a field hockey field, along with its rules,
terminologies, and skills:

Field Hockey

Labeled Diagram of the Field

!Field Hockey Field

Goalposts: Located at each end of the field. Players aim to score by hitting the ball into the opponent’s
goal.

D-Spot: The penalty spot where penalty strokes are taken.

25-Yard Line: Also known as the “shooting circle.” Goals can only be scored from within this area.

Halfway Line: Divides the field into two halves.

Center Circle: Used for starting play and restarts.

Sideboards: The boundary lines along the sides of the field.

Rules and Terminologies

Objective: Score more goals than the opponent by hitting the ball into their goal.

Teams: Each team consists of 11 players, including a goalkeeper.

Duration: Typically played in two halves of 35 minutes each.

Start and Restart: The game starts with a center pass. Restarts occur after goals, fouls, or when the ball
goes out of bounds.

Penalties: Fouls result in free hits, penalty corners, or penalty strokes.

Penalty Corner: Awarded when a defender commits a foul inside their shooting circle. Attacking team
gets a shot from the 25-yard line with defenders behind the goal line.

Penalty Stroke: Awarded for a deliberate foul by a defender inside the shooting circle. Attacker takes a
one-on-one shot against the goalkeeper.

Stick Tackling: Players use their sticks to tackle opponents and gain possession.

Dribbling: Skillfully maneuvering the ball while running.

Passing: Accurate passing to teammates using the stick.

Shooting: Striking the ball towards the goal.

Defending: Blocking opponents’ shots and intercepting passes.

Goalkeeping: Defending the goal and stopping shots.

Remember that field hockey is a fast-paced and exciting sport that requires teamwork, skill, and strategy.
Enjoy playing or watching! 🏑

For more information, you can visit the Indian Olympic Association’s official website to explore other
recognized sports1