In several sports, there are distinct gameplay mechanics between male and female categories. For instance, in tennis, women's Grand Slam matches are played in best-of-three sets, compared to the men's best-of-five. In golf, women play from shorter tees than men for the same hole, and in American college hockey, bodychecking is forbidden in women's games only. Similarly, in basketball, the women's ball is slightly smaller to accommodate hand size, potentially affecting shot dynamics.