Dictionary

lithograph: A type of print created through a chemical process; sports lithographs are collector’s items among sports fans.

loyalty: The faith a sports fan has in his or her team whether the team is winning or losing.

Michael Jordan: An NBA legend whose championships with the Chicago Bulls and love of sports makes his autograph and memorabilia among the most sought after.

MLB: Major League Baseball; the professional organization at the highest level of play for baseball players in the United States and Canada.

MLS: Major League Soccer; the professional organization for soccer players in the United States and Canada.

MVP: Most valued player; an annual honor bestowed upon a player after the championship takes place. Being dubbed MVP brings prestige to an athlete’s reputation.

NASCAR: National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing; the biggest organization that oversees auto racing the United States.

NBA: National Basketball Association; the highest level at which one can play professional basketball in the United States and Canada.

NFL: National Football Association; the professional organization for American football players.

NHL: National Hockey League; a Canada-based professional organization for hockey players. The NHL includes 30 teams in the United States and Canada.