ball hawk
Americannoun
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Baseball. an outfielder with outstanding defensive skills, especially at fielding fly balls.
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Sports. a defensive player, as in basketball or football, who excels in gaining possession of the ball.
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And he agreed with Payton’s assessment of him as a ball hawk.
From Washington Times ● Nov. 23, 2023
That usually means the linebackers are struggling, but Chaminade has outstanding linebackers, so it’s more about Gallegos being a ball hawk.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2022
Another option could be Byron Murphy of Washington, who some believe is the best ball hawk at cornerback.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 18, 2019
Defensive back Avery Young also has shown promise as a ball hawk in the secondary.
From New York Times ● Nov. 23, 2018
As for his ability as a pass-intercepting ball hawk, says St. John's Coach Lou Carnesecca, "If you open your mouth, Murphy will steal your teeth."
From Time Magazine Archive
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