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Court: The area designated for playing a game of tennis

Crosscourt: Hitting the ball diagonally into the opponent's court

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Downcourt: Moving from the backcourt toward the frontcourt, or toward the offensive basket.

Frontcourt: The offensive area of the court from the midcourt line to the baseline. Also the positions played by the forwards and center.

Full-Court Press: When defenders start guarding the offense in the backcourt.

Midcourt Line: The line in the middle of the court that separates the frontcourt from the backcourt.

Half-Court: When a team takes the time to develop a play in its frontcourt, such as the give-and-go or screening play.

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Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASA): Court-appointed special advocates (usually volunteers) who serve to ensure that the needs and interests of a child in child protection judicial proceedings are fully protected.