ballhandler
nounUK /ˈbɔːlˌhændlə/
US /ˈbɔːlˌhændlər/
A ballhandler is a player who dribbles and controls the ball in a game.
The point guard is the best ballhandler on the team.
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2. A person skilled at keeping control of the ball while moving, especially in soccer or basketball.
She is a clever ballhandler who rarely loses possession.
3. In sports, a player whose main job is to move the ball up the court or field.
The coach trusts him as the main ballhandler in tight games.
4. A device or person that handles balls in a factory or machine setting.
The ballhandler machine sorts tennis balls by size.