sportsstance
nounUK /ˈspɔːts.stæns/
US /ˈspɔːrts.stæns/
A sports stance is the way you stand when you play a sport.
The coach showed the kids the right sports stance before they started the game.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A firm, balanced way of standing that helps you move quickly.
She kept a sports stance so she could run in any direction.
3. The official starting position for a particular game or event.
In tennis, the sports stance helps you react to the ball fast.
4. A confident, ready attitude shown by an athlete.
His sports stance told everyone he was ready to compete.