In hockey and football, what is the feat of scoring three goals in a single game called?
triple shot
power play
triple goal
hat trick
The term first appeared in 1858 in cricket, to describe H. H. Stephenson's taking three wickets with three consecutive deliveries. Fans held a collection for Stephenson, and presented him with a hat bought with the proceeds. It was eventually adopted by many other sports including hockey, football, water polo and team handball.
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triple shot
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Republic of Ireland
25
Pakistan
12
the Netherlands
30
Norway
11
Italy
10
Australia
53
the United Kingdom
157
Poland
5541
the United States
178
South Africa
29
France
13
Spain
12
Canada
35
Germany
252
Switzerland
43
India
44
Georgia
10
Austria
44
Greece
16