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fair catch

/ˈfɛr kætʃ/

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/ˈfɛr kætʃ/C1formalamericansport
  • ruСигнал, подаваемый игроком в американском футболе или регби, указывающий, что он не будет продвигать мяч после ловли удара, в обмен на защиту от захвата соперником.

A signal made by a player in American football or rugby to indicate that they will not advance the ball after catching a kick, in exchange for protection from being tackled by the opposing team.

  1. American football ruleC1formalamerican

    A signal by a player receiving a kick to indicate that they will not advance the ball, in exchange for protection from being tackled.

    ruЧестный приём

    • The returner called for a fair catch to avoid a collision.
    • He signaled for a fair catch by raising his hand above his head.
    • The referee awarded a fair catch, so the play was stopped immediately.