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GOAL
goal
Cage made up of a net mounted on a frame; a team scores a point each time it succeeds in placing the ball in the opposing goal.
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crossbar
Horizontal part connecting the two posts; the bar and the posts are made of plastic, metal or wood.
net
Loosely stitched netting attached to the back of the post; it keeps the ball inside the goal.
post
Two vertical supports for the goal; they are located 10 ft from each other.
floater
Float that keeps the goal above the surface of the water; the goal is also held in place by cables attached to the sides of the pool.