captaincy

Example Sentences

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The 36-year-old, who lost the England captaincy to Zoe Stratford at the start of last year, had slipped down the pecking order and was fighting to make a home World Cup squad.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

After all, this is someone who had the captaincy taken off him by then-manager Erik ten Hag and the club were prepared to sell to West Ham a couple of months before that Scotland game.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Despite taking the Wales captaincy for a second time when Bale retired in 2023, Ramsey's influence was waning.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

When asked about the captaincy in recent months, Woods has said he was undecided.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

His eyes, not clouded with drink but clear of purpose, were fixed on the captaincy of this reeling ship.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein