an offensive player in soccer positioned just behind the main striker, often playing a supporting or attacking midfield role
tweede aanvaller
a player in American football who primarily plays in the offensive backfield
aanvallende achter
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
vleugelspeler
(American football) an offensive player who blocks defenders to protect the quarterback and create running lanes
offensieve guard
an offensive player who blocks to protect the quarterback and create running opportunities
offensive tackle
(American football) a player who specializes in catching passes thrown by the quarterback
ontvanger
a forward hockey player who plays on the sides of the center, responsible for scoring goals, assisting plays, and supporting defense
vleugelspeler
a baseball player who replaces another batter at bat, often to provide a strategic advantage or in critical game situations
pinch hitter
a substitute player in baseball or softball who runs for another player, typically for strategic purposes
pinch runner
a baseball player who only bats in place of the pitcher and does not play defensively in the field
aangewezen slagman
a power forward in basketball who can shoot effectively from long range
stretch four
an offense player positioned on the left side of the forward line in sports, typically in hockey or soccer
linkervleugelspeler
an offensive player whose primary roles are to run with the football, catch passes, and block
running back
a player in American football who specializes in catching passes from the quarterback
brede receiver
(American football) a wide receiver who lines up off the line of scrimmage, typically on the same side as the tight end or split end
flanker
an American football player who lines up close to the offensive tackle and specializes in catching shorter passes
slot receiver
a player in handball or team handball, who plays in the forward line and is involved in offensive plays near the opponent's goal
lijnspeler
(volleyball) the player who sets the ball for teammates to attack
setter
a player positioned on the perimeter of the court in volleyball or basketball, responsible for attacking and scoring points
buitenaanvaller
a soccer player who operates in a central position between the midfield and forward lines, often responsible for creating goal-scoring opportunities
aanvallende middenvelder
(American football) a player who primarily blocks for the ball carrier and occasionally runs with the ball or catches passes
fullback
a versatile player in rugby who typically plays in the forward positions
losse forward