special team
In various sports, 'special teams' are groups of players assigned specific roles that differ from regular play formations.
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Definition
B2American Football
(technical)A unit of players who handle kickoffs, punts, field goals, and extra point attempts, focusing on plays outside the regular offense and defense.
Example
- The special team took the field for the kickoff after the touchdown.
B2Ice Hockey
(technical)A group of players used during power plays or penalty kills, often featuring more defensive or offensive players to either defend against or capitalize on the penalty situation.
Example
- The coach called on the special team to handle the power play.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "special team":
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