skipper

Example Sentences

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There is no doubt the Manchester United skipper deserves to be named player of the year.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 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 their programme notes, both Slot and skipper Virgil van Dijk made a point of emphasising the atmosphere and the manager's added energy on the touchline was noticeable.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 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

“Not to ten miles, but I can easily allow for that,” the skipper replied.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong