target sports
Shoot at bullseyes
Target sports are athletic activities focused on hitting a mark with precision—archery, shooting, darts, and similar disciplines where accuracy matters more than speed or strength.
The category includes both competitive events and recreational pastimes: She competed in target sports at the state level.
Golf and bowling are sometimes grouped here, though they involve additional skills beyond aiming.
- archeryShooting with bows
- bullseyeExact center target
- dead centerPrecise middle point
- rifleLong-barreled shoulder weapon
- air riflePneumatic projectile weapon
shooting · shooting range · darts · marksmanship · take aim · aim · precision · scope · crossbow · arrow · quiver · pull the trigger · trigger · stance · steady hand · biathlon · skeet · clay pigeon
- sports typesmartial arts
target sportscontact sports
Games permitting physical engagement
combat sports · rugby · ice hockey · boxing · tackle football
target sportsendurance sports
Prolonged physical competitions testing stamina
track and field · marathon running · swimming · cycling · cross-country skiing
target sportsteam sports
Competitions played collectively
racket sports · ball games · soccer · basketball · volleyball
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