Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans.
Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the common threads between words. And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so weve served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.
If you just want to be told todays puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for the latest Connections solution. But if youd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
The NYTs latest daily word game has launched in association with The Athletic, the New York Times property that provides the publications sports coverage. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.
Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, theres only one correct answer.
If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.
Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.
Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:
Yellow: Watchers at sporting events
Green: Midwestern players
Blue: Dallas athletes
Purple: TV/movie athletes
Need a little extra help? Todays connections fall into the following categories:
Yellow: People in the stands
Green: A Wisconsin athlete
Blue: Cowboy QBs
Purple: Fictional basketball players
Looking for Wordle today? Heres the answer to todays Wordle.
Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve todays puzzle before we reveal the solutions.
Drumroll, please!
The solution to todays Connections Sports Edition #226 is…
People in the stands – CROWD, FANS, SPECTATORS, SUPPORTERS
A Wisconsin athlete – BADGER, BREWER, BUCK, PACKER
Cowboy QBs – AIKMAN, PRESCOTT, ROMO, STAUBACH
Fictional basketball players- AIRBUD, CHITWOOD, MOON, SHUTTLESWORTH
Dont feel down if you didnt manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and well be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
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