ball handling
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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With a mix of prolific scoring, laser-targeted passing and inventive ball handling, Miles has all but locked down the league’s Rookie of the Year award.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 23, 2026
Especially with fellow guard Gabe Vincent missing his fourth game because of a back injury Sunday, the Lakers need Smith’s ball handling and shiftiness alongside James and Doncic.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 29, 2025
Helping children learn their math facts or improve their ball handling skills is valuable.
From Salon ● Feb. 13, 2024
We had lost a couple games, and I had implemented a routine during our warm-up, with more ball handling.
From New York Times ● Jan. 14, 2024
And we were playing touch instead of tackle, so the entire game was really based on speed and ball handling.
From "Winger" by Andrew Smith
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