ball control
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of ball control
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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In Sao Paulo, Marcela Geremias de Lima repeatedly kicks a ball against a wall, one of the exercises proposed by CUJU, which focuses on technical skills such as ball control and speed.
From Barron's ● Jun. 2, 2026
The emphasis will be on ball control, field position and avoiding mistakes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 3, 2026
The Swede has caught the eye with his creativity and ball control, producing a particularly impressive performance as a half-time substitute against Bayern Munich in a 2-1 friendly loss.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2024
Pete Carroll, perhaps more than any other coach in the NFL, emphasizes the importance of ball control.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 5, 2023
He helped create and promote what he later called “o jogo bonito” — the beautiful game — a style that valued clever ball control, inventive pinpoint passing and a voracious appetite for attacking.
From New York Times ● Dec. 29, 2022
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