Sports Trivia Questions — page 21
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- 1001.
Which German soccer star was voted European Soccer Player of the Year in both 1972 and 1976?
- AFerenc Puskas
- BMichael Balack
- CLev Yashin
- DFranz Beckenbauer
Answer: Franz Beckenbauer - 1002.
In what year did the first televised basketball game air?
- A1940
- B1948
- C1956
- D1944
Answer: 1940 - 1003.
Which of these baseball players did not lead the majors in home runs at least 3 consecutive years in a row?
- AMike Schmidt
- BRalph Kiner
- CHank Aaron
- DBabe Ruth
Answer: Hank Aaron - 1004.
Who is given credit for taking the first jump shot in college basketball?
- AKen Sailors
- BTerry Joe Barker
- CJoe Fulks
- DMaurice Stokes
Answer: Ken Sailors - 1005.
Where did karate originally begin?
- AChina
- BJapan
- CMalaysia
- DIndonesia
Answer: Japan - 1006.
This Japanese dynamo became the first lady to land a quadruple jump in competition. It was a junior competition, but it still counts as a figure skating first.
- AMiki Ando
- BShizuka Arakawa
- CMao Asada
- DMai Asada
Answer: Miki Ando - 1007.
Which of the following is the nickname of The Atlanta Braves?
- AThe Georgians
- BThe Peaches
- CThe Bravos
- DTeds Boys
Answer: The Bravos - 1008.
What do these major leaguers have in common: Jim Bibby, Robin Roberts, Curt Simmons, and Woody Fryman?
- AThey were all on the field for two perfect games.
- BThey all pitched 27 consecutive outs but had perfect games foiled by the first batter.
- CThey were all losing pitchers in two perfect games.
- DThey all hit winning homers in perfect games.
Answer: They all pitched 27 consecutive outs but had perfect games foiled by the first batter. - 1009.
After graduating college and before becoming a pro wrestler he worked as a junior high school substitute teacher.
- AKane
- BMatt Striker
- CArn Anderson
- DMick Foley
Answer: Kane - 1010.
What are the main animals used in a rodeo?
- Acattle and pigs
- Bhorses and buffalo
- Chorses and goats
- Dhorses and cattle
Answer: horses and cattle - 1011.
Which reliever, who had been the Red Sox closer in 2003, had a better earned run average in the 2004 season than the new closer, Keith Foulke?
- AMike Timlin
- BAlan Embree
- CScott Williamson
- DRamiro Mendoza
Answer: Scott Williamson - 1012.
In what country did the disc dog sport, commonly known as frisbee dog, originate?
- AUnited States
- BChina
- CAustralia
- DScotland
Answer: United States - 1013.
This second baseman played for the Cincinnati Reds with Pete Rose, Johnny Bench, and Tony Perez.
- ARyne Sandberg
- BFrank Grant
- CBill Mazeroski
- DJoe Morgan
Answer: Joe Morgan - 1014.
As of 2007, when was the last time that the White Sox won the World Series of baseball?
- A2003
- B2004
- C2005
- D1917
Answer: 2005 - 1015.
In 1985, this tennis player, only 17-years-old at the time, became the first unseeded contestant to win the Mens singles title at Wimbledon.
- AGoran Ivanišević
- BBoris Becker
- CMichael Stich
- DStefan Edberg
Answer: Boris Becker - 1016.
This infielder came to the New York Mets from the Dodgers in December 1983.
- ABuddy Biancalana
- BRoss Jones
- CCarlos Diaz
- DBilly Almon
Answer: Ross Jones - 1017.
Which of these drivers won the most World Rally Championships and individual rallies?
- ASébastien Loeb (France)
- BColin McRae (UK)
- CCarlos Sainz (Spain)
- DJuha Kankkunen (Finland)
Answer: Sébastien Loeb (France) - 1018.
In the sport of figure skating, what is the term for a jump which includes a one-half extra rotation, generally considered to be the hardest one?
- AAxel
- BSalchow
- CFlip
- DLutz
Answer: Axel - 1019.
Robert Parish from the Boston Celtics was better known by his nickname. What was it?
- AThe Chief
- BThe Captain
- CThe Playmaker
- DThe Boss
Answer: The Chief - 1020.
His real name is Yelverton Abraham, and he played for San Francisco as well as the NY Giants. He attended LSU.
- ATittle
- BStrong
- CMotley
- DGroza
Answer: Tittle - 1021.
In what state was the first American golf course opened?
- ANew York
- BVermont
- CGeorgia
- DTennessee
Answer: Vermont - 1022.
Which of these teams was defeated at the Super Bowl XXXIII game by the Denver Broncos?
- AProvidence Steam Roller
- BFrankford Yellow Jackets
- CAtlanta Falcons
- DTennessee Titans
Answer: Atlanta Falcons - 1023.
Successful Major League Baseball player and coach, Donald Edward Don Gullett, was famous for playing what position?
- ARight Field
- BPitcher
- CSecond Base
- DCatcher
Answer: Pitcher - 1024.
In what year did Kobe Bryant first become a member of the USA Mens Senior Olympics Team?
- A2008
- B2000
- C1996
- D2004
Answer: 2008 - 1025.
What delicious nickname is used to refer to the English football club Everton?
- AThe Chocolates
- BThe Caramels
- CThe Toffees
- DThe Truffles
Answer: The Toffees - 1026.
The catcher Gary Carter, who wore number 8, was a powerful hitter. He sent one over the green monster at Fenway Park during the World Series. Which team did the Mets acquire him from?
- AKansas City Royals
- BPhiladelphia Phillies
- CFlorida Marlins
- DMontreal Expos
Answer: Montreal Expos - 1027.
A record for the fastest goal was set at the start of an NHL playoff game on April 17, 1972. How long after the start of the playoff game was it scored?
- A6 seconds
- B5 seconds
- C4 seconds
- D3 seconds
Answer: 6 seconds - 1028.
Which of the following is a Czech soccer team?
- AFC Nitra
- BSK Sigma Olomouc
- CVejle BK
- DNK Domzale
Answer: SK Sigma Olomouc - 1029.
What is the distance, covered by the Kentucky Derby?
- AMile and one sixteenth
- BMile and one quarter
- CMile and a half
- DTwo miles
Answer: Mile and one quarter - 1030.
Where did the San Francisco Giants play before San Francisco?
- AWashington, DC
- BBuffalo, NY
- CNew York, NY
- DAtlanta, GA
Answer: New York, NY - 1031.
Which professional wrestler was the very first WWF heavyweight champion of Latino descent?
- AEddie Guerrerro
- BRey Mysterio
- CTito Santana
- DPedro Morales
Answer: Pedro Morales - 1032.
Which golf course is commonly referred to as the home of golf?
- ATurnberry
- BPebble Beach
- CRoyal Birkdale
- DSt. Andrews
Answer: St. Andrews - 1033.
In what year did Ted Williams debut with the Boston Red Sox?
- A1941
- B1940
- C1939
- D1937
Answer: 1939 - 1034.
Which leading man in a popular TV Western series briefly played both professional baseball and basketball?
- AChuck Connors
- BLorne Greene
- CJames Arness
- DDennis Weaver
Answer: Chuck Connors - 1035.
This former Indiana Pacer retired in 2005 as the record holder for most career three-pointers.
- ADale Ellis
- BReggie Miller
- CTim Hardaway
- DMark Johnson
Answer: Reggie Miller - 1036.
Which of the following Grand Slam tennis tournaments occurs LAST?
- AAustralian Open
- BFrench Open
- CWimbledon
- DUS Open
Answer: US Open - 1037.
World Heavyweight Champion Mike Tyson said that he wore black trunks to symbolize the death of this person.
- AHis trainer, Angelo Dundee
- BHis step mother
- CHis father
- DHis trainer, Cus D'Amato
Answer: His trainer, Cus D'Amato - 1038.
This family has had three starting NFL quarterbacks who have won at least two Super Bowls in a row.
- AGriese
- BSimms
- CHassellback
- DManning
Answer: Manning - 1039.
Which of these ladies was the first woman to play on a professional minor league baseball team?
- AMaria Pepe
- BCarla Stotz
- CKendra Hanes
- DJulie Croteau
Answer: Kendra Hanes - 1040.
What was the second country after the United States to adopt volleyball?
- ARussia
- BCanada
- CMexico
- DBrazil
Answer: Canada - 1041.
In 1990 and 1991, this quarterback set an NFL record for most consecutive passes attempts, with no interception.
- ABart Starr
- BBernie Kosar
- CVinny Testaverde
- DJohn Elway
Answer: Bernie Kosar - 1042.
When did Bob and Mike Bryan win the US Open doubles final for the first time?
- A2008
- B2005
- C2000
- D1998
Answer: 2005 - 1043.
In which branch of the military did Ted Williams serve?
- ANavy
- BArmy
- CMarines
- DAir Force
Answer: Marines - 1044.
What world famous trail is located near Moab, Utah?
- APoison Spider Mesa
- BWhite Rim Trail
- CSlickrock Bike Trail
- DKlondike Bluffs
Answer: Slickrock Bike Trail - 1045.
What is Dale Earnhardt Juniors full name?
- ARandall Dale Earnhardt, Jr.
- BDale Ralph Earnhardt, Jr.
- CDale Randall Earnhardt, Jr.
- DRalph Dale Earnhardt, Jr.
Answer: Ralph Dale Earnhardt, Jr. - 1046.
What player nicknamed Greyhound was the NBA Finals MVP in 1975?
- ADennis Johnson
- BWes Unseld
- CBill Walton
- DRick Barry
Answer: Rick Barry - 1047.
This Texas artist drew the artwork for Zorlac skateboards and was a regular contributing artist for Thrasher magazine.
- APushead
- BHenry Vincent
- CVincent VanGogh
- DLance Armstrong
Answer: Pushead - 1048.
He was the first African-American to play in the NBA.
- ANate Sweetwater Clifton
- BChuck Connors
- CChuck Cooper
- DEarl Lloyd
Answer: Earl Lloyd - 1049.
Who got to take the Stanley Cup home to their families following the 2002-2003 season?
- AColorado Avalanche
- BCarolina Hurricanes
- CNew Jersey Devils
- DDetroit Red Wings
Answer: New Jersey Devils - 1050.
In what city is the Sounders team based?
- AMiami
- BSeattle
- CLos Angeles
- DPhiladelphia
Answer: Seattle
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