Need help keeping your sports community buzzing with activity? Use these playful This or That prompts to spark quick conversations and get everyone involved. These templates make engagement effortless, fun, and frequent.
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This or That questions are highly effective for sports communities because they lower the barrier to participation. Members do not need to spend time composing long answers. Instead, they can quickly pick a side and join the conversation, which is great for both busy fans and those who are shy about contributing.
This format taps into friendly rivalries, nostalgia, and personal preferences that naturally exist in the sports world. By keeping the tone light and the options clear, you encourage spontaneous engagement and even bring in members who might otherwise stay silent. Over time, these prompts help create a lively, welcoming environment where everyone feels comfortable sharing opinions.
Soccer or basketball - which do you prefer to watch?
💡 Example: "Soccer or basketball - which do you prefer to watch?"
Early morning workout or late-night training?
💡 Example: "Early morning workout or late-night training?"
Would you rather play offense or defense?
💡 Example: "Would you rather play offense or defense?"
Stadium games or watching from home?
💡 Example: "Stadium games or watching from home?"
Team sports or solo sports - what is more your style?
💡 Example: "Team sports or solo sports - what is more your style?"
Summer games or winter games?
💡 Example: "Summer games or winter games?"
Pro athlete or coach - which would you want to be?
💡 Example: "Pro athlete or coach - which would you want to be?"
Sneakers or cleats?
💡 Example: "Sneakers or cleats?"
Would you rather win by a little or dominate the scoreboard?
💡 Example: "Would you rather win by a little or dominate the scoreboard?"
Indoor sports or outdoor sports?
💡 Example: "Indoor sports or outdoor sports?"
Would you rather play in the rain or under the sun?
💡 Example: "Would you rather play in the rain or under the sun?"
Short sprints or long distance runs?
💡 Example: "Short sprints or long distance runs?"
Cheering in the stands or playing on the field?
💡 Example: "Cheering in the stands or playing on the field?"
Classic jerseys or modern kits?
💡 Example: "Classic jerseys or modern kits?"
Would you rather win MVP or win with your team?
💡 Example: "Would you rather win MVP or win with your team?"
Home games or away games - which do you like more?
💡 Example: "Home games or away games - which do you like more?"
Would you rather watch highlights or the full game replay?
💡 Example: "Would you rather watch highlights or the full game replay?"
Traditional scoring or new tech-driven stats?
💡 Example: "Traditional scoring or new tech-driven stats?"
Would you rather meet your sports hero or get free tickets for a year?
💡 Example: "Would you rather meet your sports hero or get free tickets for a year?"
Watching live or catching up later - what is your go-to?
💡 Example: "Watching live or catching up later - what is your go-to?"
Would you rather have the fastest sprint or the highest jump?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have the fastest sprint or the highest jump?"
Old school sports movies or new documentaries?
💡 Example: "Old school sports movies or new documentaries?"
Would you rather call the big play or score the winning point?
💡 Example: "Would you rather call the big play or score the winning point?"
Local leagues or national teams?
💡 Example: "Local leagues or national teams?"
Would you rather go pro in your favorite sport or coach your dream team?
💡 Example: "Would you rather go pro in your favorite sport or coach your dream team?"
Would you rather train with music or in silence?
💡 Example: "Would you rather train with music or in silence?"
Retro sports games or modern graphics?
💡 Example: "Retro sports games or modern graphics?"
Would you rather watch the finals with friends or solo?
💡 Example: "Would you rather watch the finals with friends or solo?"
Would you rather have a signature move or unbeatable speed?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a signature move or unbeatable speed?"
Would you rather train with a legend or play against them?
💡 Example: "Would you rather train with a legend or play against them?"
Would you rather eat a healthy snack or indulge after a game?
💡 Example: "Would you rather eat a healthy snack or indulge after a game?"
Would you rather play in extreme heat or freezing cold?
💡 Example: "Would you rather play in extreme heat or freezing cold?"
Would you rather have the best fans or the best teammates?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have the best fans or the best teammates?"
Would you rather play a close game or win easily?
💡 Example: "Would you rather play a close game or win easily?"
Would you rather watch a penalty shootout or overtime?
💡 Example: "Would you rather watch a penalty shootout or overtime?"
Would you rather wear your team's colors every day or only on game days?
💡 Example: "Would you rather wear your team's colors every day or only on game days?"
Would you rather catch a foul ball or get a jersey signed?
💡 Example: "Would you rather catch a foul ball or get a jersey signed?"
Would you rather be the underdog or the favorite?
💡 Example: "Would you rather be the underdog or the favorite?"
Would you rather win with defense or offense?
💡 Example: "Would you rather win with defense or offense?"
Would you rather watch a comeback or a blowout?
💡 Example: "Would you rather watch a comeback or a blowout?"
Would you rather play for fun or for the win?
💡 Example: "Would you rather play for fun or for the win?"
Post one of these This or That questions during peak hours or before big games to maximize visibility. Pin the post or feature it in your stories or chat to encourage quick votes. Ask members to comment with their pick and, if appropriate, add a follow-up asking why. Rotate topics between different sports, formats, and themes to keep things fresh and inclusive. Use poll features where available for direct comparison, or engage with each reply to keep the conversation going.
These templates are designed for all platforms. On forums or Facebook, post as a thread or status and encourage comments. On Instagram or Snapchat, use Stories with poll stickers for instant feedback. In chat apps or Discord, post in the main channel and pin for higher visibility. Wherever possible, use visuals or emojis to make the post eye-catching, but keep the question itself simple and direct.
To engage fans of both team and individual sports, craft prompts that draw parallels or highlight contrasts, such as 'Team Chemistry vs. Solo Brilliance' or 'World Cup Glory vs. Wimbledon Triumph.' Rotate between prompts focused on various sports and reference major events to keep content relevant to a diverse audience.
Sports fandom is passionate, so set clear community guidelines around respectful debate before posting. Frame prompts in a way that celebrates both options, such as 'Who had a bigger impact: Jordan or LeBron?' Encourage members to share reasons for their choice, not just vote, and step in to moderate if discussions become personal or aggressive.
Controversial prompts like 'VAR Yes or No?' or 'Three-point line: Modernize or Preserve?' can generate high engagement but also risk polarizing the community. Use them sparingly, set expectations for respectful discussion, and be prepared to moderate heated debates. These topics are best used when you want to spark passionate, insightful conversation.
Create league-specific prompts ('NBA Playoffs format vs. EuroLeague Playoffs format') and invite members to share experiences from their favorite leagues. Use prompts that compare international sporting styles, rules, or famous rivalries to encourage cross-league engagement and friendly banter.
Post pre-game prompts like 'Predict the first scorer: Messi or Mbappé?' or post-game prompts such as 'Defense or Offense: Which won the game?' This strategy leverages the excitement around live events, encourages real-time participation, and anchors discussions to current sports happenings.
Balance technical prompts ('Zone defense vs. man-to-man') with fun, accessible ones ('Home jersey or away jersey?'). Occasionally explain jargon or provide context within the prompt to welcome newcomers, while still offering depth for veteran fans. Track engagement and rotate topics to keep all members invested.
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