Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

swing-pass

noun

/swɪŋ pæs/

Definition

A type of pass in sports, particularly in football, where the ball is thrown to a player who is running sideways or into the flat area of the field.

Examples

During the game, the quarterback executed a perfect swing-pass to the running back, setting up a successful play.
The coach emphasized the importance of a quick swing-pass to catch the defense off-guard.
In practice, they focused on improving their timing and accuracy with swing-passes.

Meaning

The swing-pass allows a player to catch the ball while moving laterally, typically used to get the ball to wide receivers or running backs out in the open.