Weird Rules in Sports

1. In volleyball, how many maximum touches is a team allowed to return the ball?

2. In ice hockey, what is the punishment for throwing a stick to stop a puck?

3. In tennis, what happens if a player accidentally hits the ball twice in one swing?

4. In baseball, what happens if a fielder catches the ball with their hat?

5. In badminton, what happens if the shuttlecock hits the net and lands in the opponent’s court?

6. In basketball, how long can an offensive player remain within the painted area (also known as the key, lane, or the paint)?

7. In golf, what happens if a player accidentally moves their ball while on the putting green?

8. In baseball, what happens if a batter hits a ball that bounces over the outfield fence?

9. In soccer, what happens if a goalkeeper holds the ball for more than 6 seconds?

10. In American football, what happens if a player intentionally grounds the ball?

11. In American football, what is the penalty for excessive celebration?

12. In cricket, what unusual event leads to a ‘dead ball’ being called?

13. In water polo, how many seconds does a team have to take a shot before losing possession?

14. In tennis, what happens if the ball lands on the baseline?

15. In soccer, can a player be penalized for removing their shirt during a goal celebration?

16. What is the penalty in rugby if a player passes the ball forward?

17. In basketball, what is called when a player moves their pivot foot without dribbling?

18. In curling, what is the rule if a player’s broom accidentally touches a moving stone?