courtside

American

[kawrt-sahyd, kohrt-] / ˈkɔrtˌsaɪd, ˈkoʊrt- /

noun

(in sports) the area adjoining the official playing area of a court, as in basketball, tennis, or volleyball.

Etymology

Origin of courtside

First recorded in 1965–70; court + side ¹

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courtside

With his family sitting courtside, he seemed ready to go home.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026

Now, if the Lakers deal is approved, a Kushner will lay claim to one of the crown jewels of American sports and its prized courtside real estate.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 15, 2026

She sat courtside at Game 4 of the NBA Finals, when the Knicks pulled off a stunning upset against the San Antonio Spurs in a 107-106 finish.

From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026

You can find them at Milan Fashion Week, on the French Riviera and courtside at NBA games.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 27, 2026

Mom and my friends would have courtside seats, he assured me.

From "The Million Dollar Shot" by Dan Gutman

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