tripleheaders

Tripleheaders are a series of three consecutive events, most commonly associated with professional baseball. Historically, tripleheaders were played to make up for postponed games, often due to weather, allowing teams to clear their schedule and adhere to a set number of games per season. These extended game days were physically demanding for players and typically drew large crowds.

The practice of tripleheaders became less common as schedules were adjusted and travel became more efficient. Modern professional baseball leagues generally do not schedule tripleheaders. However, the term can be used more broadly to describe any set of three consecutive similar events in other contexts, such as concerts, sporting events, or even academic lectures. The term implies a significant undertaking or a particularly demanding day for participants or observers.