📰 Part 1: Understanding Sports Writing Terms

1. Match each term with its correct definition by drawing lines:

1. Lead

2. Objective writing

3. Subjective writing

4. Sports jargon

A. Writing that includes personal opinions and emotions

B. The opening paragraph of a news article

C. Specialised language used in sports

D. Writing that presents facts without personal bias

2. Circle the best definition of an 'informed opinion' in sports writing:

Any personal view about a sport

A judgement based on knowledge and experience

Facts presented without bias

Technical language that confuses readers

🏆 Part 2: Identifying Key Elements

3. A good sports lead should answer the key questions. Tick all that apply:

Who was involved?

What happened?

When did it occur?

Where did it take place?

Why it matters

How it happened

4. Read this sports lead and fill in the missing information:

"Manchester United secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Liverpool at Old Trafford yesterday evening, with Marcus Rashford scoring the winning goal in the 89th minute."

Who: ________________________

What: ________________________

When: _______________________

Where: ______________________

Key detail: __________________

📝 Part 3: Objective vs Subjective Writing

5. Read each sentence and circle whether it's OBJECTIVE or SUBJECTIVE:

a) "Chelsea won 2-1 against Arsenal on Saturday."

Objective

Subjective

b) "The brilliant striker dazzled fans with his magnificent performance."

Objective

Subjective

c) "The match ended in a disappointing draw that left supporters frustrated."

Objective

Subjective

6. Rewrite this subjective sentence to make it more objective:

"The amazing goalkeeper made an absolutely incredible save that stunned the crowd."

⚽ Part 4: Sports Jargon and Language

7. Match these sports jargon terms with their meanings:

1. Hat-trick

2. Clean sheet

3. Derby

4. Upset

A. When a weaker team beats a stronger one

B. Three goals scored by one player

C. A match between local rival teams

D. When a team doesn't concede any goals

8. Explain why sports jargon can be both helpful and problematic in sports writing:

✍️ Part 5: Writing Your Own Sports Lead

9. Use this scenario to write your own sports lead paragraph:

Scenario: Your local school football team, Riverside Academy, beat their rivals Oakwood High 4-3 in yesterday's county cup semi-final at Riverside's home ground. The winning goal was scored in extra time by Year 11 student Jamie Thompson. This takes them to their first county cup final in 10 years.

Remember to include: Who, What, When, Where, and one compelling detail

10. Now write a headline for your sports lead using word-play or alliteration: