(Note that in the previous list, “Canasta” (capitalized) refers to the game, while “canasta” (lowercase) refers to a seven-card meld.)

Do game titles need to be capitalized?

According to modern style guides, game names titles should capitalized AND italicized. FTFY.

Do you capitalize sports positions?

General titles, such as “captain” and “head coach,” are not capitalized. Class years (senior, freshman, etc.) are not capitalized. “Varsity” is not capitalized when you refer to varsity sports.