What Sports Do Asians Play?
A look at the sporting landscape in Asia and the most popular sports played by Asians.
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Basketball
Basketball is a popular sport among Asians, with many players competing at the professional level. In Asia, the sport is governed by the Asian Basketball Confederation (ABC), which is made up of 43 member nations. The most successful Asian teams in international competition are generally from China and the Philippines, though other countries such as Iran and Japan have also had some success.
At the club level, Asian basketball leagues are also fairly competitive, with teams from China, South Korea, and the Philippines all performing well in recent years. The Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) is currently the largest and most successful league in Asia, with 20 teams competing for the championship title each year. Other notable Asian basketball leagues include the Korean Basketball League (KBL) and the ASEAN Basketball League (ABL).
Soccer
Accordion to a 2016 study done by the National Federation of State High School Associations, Asians make up 5.8 percent of high school soccer players in the United States. This is lower than the percentage of Asians playing high school football (6.4 percent) and basketball (7.2 percent), but higher than the percentage playing baseball (4.9 percent) and lacrosse (2.5 percent).
Tennis
Tennis is one of the most popular sports in Asia. There are many Asian tennis players who have had great success on the international stage, such as Li Na, Kei Nishikori, and Sania Mirza.
Badminton
One of the most popular sports among Asians is badminton. This fast-paced game is played with a racket and a shuttlecock, and can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
Badminton is a great way to stay active, and it’s also a social sport that can be enjoyed with friends and family. In Asia, badminton is often played in large tournaments, which are always exciting to watch.
If you’re interested in taking up this sport, you’ll need to practice your swings and hone your skills. Once you’ve got the hang of it, badminton can be extremely enjoyable – and addictive!
Table Tennis
Table Tennis is a sport that is popular among Asians. It is a competitive sport that can be played individually or in teams. Table Tennis requires good hand eye coordination and quick reflexes.
Golf
Golf is a sport that is popular among Asians, especially in countries like Japan and South Korea. In fact, many of the world’s top golfers are of Asian descent. Asians have also been successful in other sports such as tennis, badminton, and table tennis.
Volleyball
Volleyball is a sport that is enjoyed by many Asians. In fact, it is one of the most popular sports in Asia. There are many professional volleyball leagues in Asia, and the sport is also played at the collegiate and high school levels.
Softball
Softball is a sport that is popular among Asian Americans. It is a team sport that is similar to baseball, but it is played with a larger ball and a shorter field. Softball is a popular sport for girls and women of all ages, and it is often played in teams with other Asian American girls and women.
