skipper

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But from there, elation turned to frustration when Ryan Manning's foul on Czech skipper Ladislav Krejci enabled Patrik Schick to slot home a momentum-swinging penalty in a frantic first half.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Ex-Marlins manager Skip Schumaker will take the reins from four-time World Series champion Bruce Bochy, who did not return as the club’s skipper.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

In Ramsey's absence, Davies has worn the armband for Wales but, as the Spurs defender is injured, Fulham attacking midfielder Harry Wilson is likely to skipper the team against Bosnia.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

England are the only team to secure a place in the semi-finals so far after skipper Harry Brook's match-winning century against Pakistan.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

Former owner and boss of a frozen fish packing company, who retired and became the solo skipper of his own ship—an RV he drove around the country.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti