ballhawk
nounUK /ˈbɔːlhɔːk/
US /ˈbɔːlhɔːk/
A ballhawk is a person who is very good at catching or getting the ball.
The ballhawk caught three fly balls during the game.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A baseball fan who tries to catch balls hit into the stands.
The ballhawk waited near the fence with his glove.
3. A defensive player in sports who is skilled at taking the ball away from opponents.
The cornerback is a real ballhawk who grabs interceptions.
4. A dog that loves to chase and fetch balls.
Our ballhawk never gets tired of playing fetch.