field captain
a member of a team taking active part in a game who is authorized to make decisions for the team, especially in regard to planning plays, deciding whether to accept penalties called by an official against the opponents, etc.
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How to use field captain in a sentence
Hugh had been told by Mr. Leonard that he was to be the field captain of the Scranton High team.
The Chums of Scranton High | Donald FergusonAs Hugh had been made field captain, he would have charge of the playing to a considerable extent.
The Chums of Scranton High | Donald FergusonThe trust field captain saw them as they crossed the lobby to the elevator and again marked the little evidences of familiarity.
The Real Man | Francis LyndeLarry, who was field captain, shouted to Burkett to take the ball.
Baseball Joe in the World Series | Lester ChadwickThe field captain of the said forts shall receive an annual pay of one hundred and fifty pesos, without anything else.
The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 | Various
British Dictionary definitions for field captain
the senior official at an archery meeting, responsible for safety
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