Hooligan

n. young ruffian. hooliganism n. [origin unknown] hoop-n.1 circular band of metal, wood, etc., esp. as part of a framework. 2 ring bowled along by a child, or for circus performers to jump through. 3 arch through which balls are hit in croquet. v. bind or encircle with hoop(s). o be put (or go) through the hoop (or hoops) undergo rigorous testing. [Old English]