A Sports-focused English-learning podcast for sports professionals, athletes and fans featuring real conversations with native and non-native speaking athletes, coaches, and other people in sports from around the world, along with strategies and tips to help you improve your communication skills in English for sports..
A Sports-focused English-learning podcast for sports professionals, athletes and fans featuring real conversations with native and non-native speaking athletes, coaches, and other people in sports from around the world, along with strategies and tips to help you improve your communication skills in English for sports..

In this short solo episode of Accents in Sports, Ashley breaks down three common sports idioms in English and how they apply both in competitions and in daily situations. Whether you’re watching a game, prepping for a big challenge, or just trying to understand native speakers better, these phrases will boost your vocabulary and confidence.
What will you learn in this episode?
💨 Get a second wind – When energy comes back just when you need it
🥊 Throw in the towel – The moment you decide to give up
⏱️ Down to the wire – A race or decision that’s incredibly close
How will this episode help you improve your English?
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