Which Sport Suits You?

By: Raj Chander
Estimated Completion Time
6 min
Which Sport Suits You?
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About This Quiz

One of the most exciting things about the world of sports is imitating our favorite athletes. Every sports fan probably has at least one fond memory of re-imagining a famous hit or shot in their driveway or back yard as a child. Guys like LeBron James make their craft look so easy that kids can't help but pretend to be pros while on the court.

Of course, as we get older, we realize that it's extremely hard, if not impossible, for most people to become professional athletes at all – let alone achieve a level that will cement them as one of their game's greatest. But being the best ever isn't the only reason to play sports. For some of us, these activities provide an easy way to connect with others, stay healthy, and enjoy some friendly competition.

You may already have decided on a primary sport to play, or perhaps you're looking for a new one. Whatever the case may be, there are probably a few sports you haven't tried that you would be good at and enjoy playing. Your aptitude for a certain sport is determined by your natural physical characteristics, preferences, and attitude about life. Play your way through these questions and we'll let you know which sport is right for you.

What is the strongest part of your body?
Arms
Legs
Shoulders
Hips

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Every sports game is made up of smaller physical feats. Which of these skills are you best at?
Bouncing a ball
Throwing a ball
Hitting a ball
Running

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Most sports involve playing with other people. How do you feel about having teammates?
I prefer not to have them.
I like to have a healthy amount.
It's good to have a few, but not more than that.
I like to have as many teammates to help as possible.

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It's the end of a game or match and you or your team needs one more point or score to win. What is your ideal next scenario?
Me and my teammates run a play that gets us the point.
I step up and make the shot to give my team the victory.
I set off a chain of events that allows my team to win.
All eyes are on me as I come through to win for myself.

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Every sport requires slightly different apparel. What do you like to wear when competing?
Pants and a shirt.
Something elegant yet casual.
Shorts and a light top.
Protective equipment so I can go as hard as possible.

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Outside of sports, what is your best general physical skill?
Core strength
Arm strength
Balance
Leg strength

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Strength training is a big part of sports success. How often do you lift weights?
Not as often as I should.
I'm a gym rat – at least five times a week, if not more.
I'm not really into lifting, I prefer bodyweight stuff.
2 or 3 times a week.

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Every sport has their set of titans who are revered by fans and players alike. Which of these legendary sports figures do you admire most?
Ray Lewis
Michael Jordan
Reggie Jackson
Phil Mickelson

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We often idolize sports stories in film. Which sports movie is your favorite?
He Got Game
Field of Dreams
Remember the Titans
Caddyshack

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Professional sports leagues are built with teams that are owned by the extremely wealthy. How should a sports team owner run their team?
I don't ever want to have an owner to answer to.
As hands-off as possible.
They should hire an expert to do the heavy lifting.
They should learn the sport and its business to be successful.

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A lot of sports is about competing against others. How do you prefer to win over your opponent?
Outmuscling them physically.
Elegance and quickness.
Endurance and mental strategy.
Having better technical ability.

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Athletes often have complicated personal lives. What's your relationship status?
I prefer to be free and not tied down.
I'm married.
I have a serious partner.
I'm single.

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What is your biggest weakness as an athlete?
I'm not the most graceful.
I'm not as strong as some other athletes.
I'm not as in-shape as others.
I tend to overestimate my own abilities.

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Some players are known for their appetites as much as their athletic ability. What's your favorite meal?
Steak and potatoes
Salmon
Fried chicken
Vegetable stew

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Athletes and music are closely connected. What's your favorite type of music?
Jazz
Country
Hip-Hop
Hard Rock

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Every sport has their own unique time structure. How do you like games or matches to be divided?
Four pretty long quarters, with a long halftime break.
Four quarters with a bit of a halftime break.
Many increments with time in between each one.
One long match divided into 10 or more rounds.

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Highly successful athletes can often parlay their physical skills into lucrative businesses off the court. How much do you care about being a celebrity athlete?
It is important to me.
It's cool if it happens, but it's no big deal.
I'm not actively striving for it.
It would be great for people to appreciate my skills!

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Athletes in team sports are often defined by where they play. Do you care about playing for one team your entire career?
Nah, wherever I can get paid is fine.
I would like to, but if it doesn't work out that way I wouldn't be upset.
That would be my ideal path.
I'm looking out for one person: me.

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Fashion is another area constantly linked to sports. Outside of the game, what's your style of clothes?
Casual and scruffy.
Elegant yet comfortable.
Athletic and loose.
Flashy designer suits.

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Which is the most impressive sports feat?
Throwing a 50-yard touchdown pass.
Hitting a 35-foot three-point shot.
Hitting a baseball 400 feet.
Getting a hole in one.

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Different athletes have different kinds of mental aptitudes. What was your best subject in school?
History
English
Chemistry
Philosophy

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If you were going to play a musical instrument, which one would it be?
Saxophone
Drums
Violin
Electric guitar

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Athletes have a life outside of sports. Which non-athletic accomplishment is most impressive?
Raising money after a natural disaster.
Opening a school for underprivileged children.
Receiving an award for philanthropy.
Writing an autobiography.

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Very few athletes are famous enough to be worthy of endorsements. If you ever got to that level, what brand would you want to represent you?
Cereal
Sneakers
Luxury cars
Beer

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It's a stereotype that athletes aren't skilled at schoolwork as well. How well did you do academically?
Not the best, but I passed.
I did about average.
I did a little better than average.
I was always one of my school's top students.

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What kind of car do you drive?
Station wagon
Couple
Pickup truck
Sedan

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Athletes are known for their having very different philosophies on their sports. Which of these statements best aligns with your athletic values?
I'm the one who can lead myself to success or failure.
I'm just one part of a larger team – we all have to be successful to win.
I can be a star on my own, but it's important to have good teammates.
I want to completely crush my opponent.

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What is your relationship with your supervisor at work?
We get along great and I trust their judgment.
I'm my own boss and love it that way.
I listen to them all of the time, but we sometimes disagree.
I use their instructions more as guidelines than hard-and-fast rules.

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Athletic careers vary in length depending on the sport. How long do you want to be able to play your sport?
I don't need to play forever, as long as the time I have is important.
At least ten years.
Probably 12 years or more.
Multiple decades.

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Every athlete deals with losing from time to time. How do you get over a tough defeat?
I take some time to reflect on how I can do better.
Get my mind off it by doing something else.
Channel my frustration into something positive.
Go out drinking with teammates.

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