berth – n. a place or position on a team
playoffs – n. a series of games that is played after the end of the regular season in order to decide which player or team is the champion — usually plural
fan – n. someone who loves or follows something
ticket – n. a piece of paper that enables the user to see a show or take a trip
matchup – n. a competition, game or event
for the ages – expression. expected to be remembered for a very long time