Meaning of Pagan's Paddock | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A sporting tactic in which a large amount of space is deliberately left open in the attacking area of the ground, into which players can run.
2. Alternative letter-case form of Pagan's Paddock.
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3. A large amount of space on a sportsground, often created by this tactic.

Examples

“While on the subject, does anyone think⟳ that the days of Pagan's Paddock are numbered? Over the weekend, a number⟳ of clubs used this tactic, but it seems to me, at least, that if the defence can't break⟳ past the centre, the ball just goes back into the attacking 50, and eventually a score⟳ will happen⟳.”

“Given a veritable Pagan's Paddock by the Cats to work⟳ in on Friday night, Danger booted two goals in the first seven minutes to send⟳ Geelong fans into orbit.”

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