winger
1 of 1noun/ˈwɪŋər/
Forms:wingers
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a player in team sports who primarily operates on the sides of the field or rink, focusing on offense by moving the ball or puck towards the opponent's goal
A winger is a player in soccer, hockey, or other team sports who plays near the sides of the field or rink. This player’s role is to help attack by making runs along the wing, creating opportunities to pass the ball or take shots at the goal. Wingers are usually fast and skilled at crossing the ball to teammates in better positions to score. They also help defend by blocking opposing players on the sides of the field.
- Known for his speed, he excels as a left winger, often finishing off expansive attacking moves.
- The winger intercepted a pass and sprinted down the sideline to set up a scoring opportunity.
- The winger skated down the wing and fired a slap shot that beat the goalie top shelf.
- Playing as a right winger, he combines speed and accuracy to contribute to the team's offense
- He's the team's fastest winger, known for his ability to break away and score long-range tries