Meaning of get open | Babel Free

Definitions

Of a player in a team sport, to evade defenders and thereby create a gap allowing another player to pass the ball to that player.

Examples

“First, players should learn how to get open to receive the ball; then they need to master basic one-on-one moves with the ball.”

“The quarterback hikes the ball, and it's the receiver's job to run around and get open until the ball comes his way.”

“To get open on offense, you should cut to an open area or to the ball.”

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