Ballkontrolle

ball control

noun BAHL-kon-tro-le Rare

Also means

ball handling skill

Usage Note

Ballkontrolle is the technical ability to receive and govern a ball in play. In football and handball coaching, gute Ballkontrolle is cited as a fundamental skill distinguishing beginners from experienced players.

Examples

"Seine Ballkontrolle ist so gut, dass er den Ball kaum verliert."

Natural Translation

His ball control is so good that he hardly ever loses the ball.

Literal Translation

His ball-control is so good, that he the ball barely loses.

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