A social categorisation of a person (e.g.
townie, trendy, goth) who enjoys both participating in, and watching, different sports. Therefore they are athletic, outgoing and
socialable, with a common
competitive edge about them.
More than one sporty are known as 'sporties'.
A guy or gal who is always up for sporting
achievement awards... you know, that kid you could never out
run in the
playground.