How to Use athleticism in a Sentence

athleticism

noun

• The Kings want to add size, length and athleticism at the forward spots.
  — Jason Anderson, Sacramento Bee, 30 June 2024
• His athleticism and speed will threaten safeties in the NFL.
  — Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Apr. 2023
• And there’s the athleticism to pair those traits with a 34-inch vertical and 9-foot-9 broad jump.
  — Oliver Thomas, Forbes, 3 May 2023
• At this time last year, the Ravens might have looked at some fans in the stands with some size and athleticism and asked them to play in the secondary.
  — Timothy Dashiell, Baltimore Sun, 31 July 2024
• Fredette’s lack of elite size and athleticism was enough to get by in college but not the pros.
  — Greg Rosenstein, NBC News, 23 July 2024
• Showing off their size and athleticism, the Lakers blocked eight shots in the first half, led by Davis’ three blocks.
  — Josh Peter, USA TODAY, 29 Apr. 2023
• His athleticism, his ability to catch the ball, get YAC (yards after the catch) and do things with the ball in his hands.
  — Bob McManaman, The Arizona Republic, 10 Jan. 2024
• That’s an awful lot of athleticism the Padres spread around the field on a daily basis.
  — Tony Blengino, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
• Williams is showing athleticism and good hands, which could put the would-be high school senior on the field for FSU in a few weeks.
  — Bob Ferrante, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2024
• The new rules are restoring to the game the faster pace, action and athleticism that once was commonplace.
  — David Axelrod, CNN, 1 Apr. 2023
• Has ideal size to play left tackle in the NFL, but lacks athleticism.
  — Rob Reischel, Forbes, 18 Apr. 2023
• The three-year starter brings athleticism, smarts and an edge to set the tone in the Cavaliers’ potent offense.
  — Glenn Graham, Baltimore Sun, 1 Sep. 2023
• In that moment, the 6-foot-4 Wesley showcased the raw athleticism the Spurs liked enough to spend their third first-round pick on him last June.
  — Jeff McDonald, San Antonio Express-News, 23 Feb. 2023
• Ballard loves guys who have off-the-charts athleticism, the kind of physical traits that can’t be taught.
  — The Indianapolis Star, 29 Apr. 2023
• He is considered one of the better shooters in the draft, with good athleticism for his size.
  — Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 27 June 2024
• That would be quite a blow for a Yankee captain who takes pride in his defense and his athleticism.
  — Rory Smith, New York Times, 14 July 2023
• But the dunk was a jaw-dropping display of athleticism and power, and that's the moment that will stick with his teammates.
  — Dustin Dopirak, The Indianapolis Star, 30 Dec. 2022
• His elite athleticism and knack for finding the barrel, the Red Sox hope, can mask some of his chase tendencies.
  — Julian McWilliams, BostonGlobe.com, 28 Aug. 2023
• That level of athleticism meant Rose was always a longshot to make the team that will compete next month in Paris.
  — Brian Mann, NPR, 24 June 2024
• That was a terrific display of athleticism and a decisive run that bought the Bears a new set of downs.
  — Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2023
• The best version of Detroit will beat teams with a blend of athleticism and playmaking.
  — Jimmy Watkins, cleveland, 12 July 2023
• As for that athleticism, Roche played field hockey and flag football in the fall, soccer and basketball in the winter, and lacrosse in the spring.
  — Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 May 2024
• To build single-leg strength and athleticism, Smith does single-leg bounds.
  — Matt Gagne, Men's Health, 15 Aug. 2023
• Paul has a lot of athleticism and a game well-suited to fast court conditions like in Australia.
  — Dan Wolken, USA TODAY, 19 Jan. 2023
• Jason, 36, ended up in the stands sans shirt and holding a Bud Light thanks to his brother’s own athleticism.
  — Anna Lazarus Caplan, Peoplemag, 22 Jan. 2024
• She would be blown away by the athleticism and enthusiasm of Clark and her teammates.
  — Susan Koch, The Mercury News, 13 Feb. 2024
• On a Reds team stacked with stars, his athleticism had stood out to teammates — as had his humble manner.
  — Alex Williams, New York Times, 16 Feb. 2024
• Fast forward to 2024 though, and the NBA is not only a behemoth of athleticism, but one of fashion, too.
  — Leah Faye Cooper, Vogue, 26 June 2024
• The Warriors want to play faster and shoot more 3-pointers, with more athleticism on the court and more defensive flexibility.
  — Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 9 Oct. 2024
• My son is a talented athlete but relies too much on his natural athleticism.
  — Eric Hutto, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024

Last Updated: 13 Nov 2024